Re: [MBZ] This is Sort of Cool

[MG via Mercedes]

Great way to keep things going in the right 
direction. My son in law is going through this 
very thing right now. He has lost almost all of 
his toes and part of the foot but is hopeful that 
that will solve the problem. Keep up the good 
thoughts man.


Manfred

M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes wrote:

Actually, my health has drastically improved since I got shut of the
gangrenous foot.  Protip: when your big toe turns black, it's not dye from
a cheap pair of black socks...  :D

Other than the mobility issues (I'm a whiz on a wheelchair now) I've lost
70 pounds in the past month (20 or so the hard way), my below-the-knee
stump is healing nicely and I'm an excellent candidate for a prosthetic leg
(should be walking within a few months)...  ;)

Already in the market for a pegleg and a parrot... :D

-MMM-  (who may just get a black fake leg with this on it)

On Tue, Jun 25, 2024 at 4:11 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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Ok. Say what? MMM having his foot amputated? Hopefully he will get a peg
leg and an eye patch. No seriously I so sorry to hear that. That would have
to suck.









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Re: [MBZ] Transparent MB car trailer -- who needs this??

[MG via Mercedes]

Not to mention that they didn't have LEDs or for 
that matter aluminum trailers like that back in 
the 50's anyway.


MG

Craig via Mercedes wrote:

On Tue, 16 Jan 2024 23:15:08 -0500 Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
 wrote:


“to showcase the delivery of their infamous gull-wing MB's. “

INFAMOUS!!!


Indeed; he chose the wrong word.


He also wrote,


If only you could see this at night with a car inside and the LED's
fully lit.


He could have taken some night pictures, too ...


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] O.T. Octane and Knock Sensors

[MG via Mercedes]

> Accurate or BS?

Well yes and no. Here is some of what I learned by 
reading the Bosch Automotive Technology handbook.


 > What is the difference between higher octane 
and lower octane?
 > Well, 87 octane will ignite at a lower 
pressure than 93 octane.


Here he is wrong. We all know from our experiments 
in igniting items that require burning, that 
gasoline will ignite in open air without pressure 
no matter what octane it is. So the real 
explanation is that both low and high octane will 
ignite at the same pressure but lower octane gas 
will burn faster at a given pressure than higher 
octane. This isn't normally noticed by our slow 
senses but in the cylinder the flame front rate of 
the burning will travel faster in low octane fuel 
than in a higher octane. The higher the octane, 
the slower the burn rate. If the pressure in the 
cylinder is increased the molecules are squeezed 
together more thus increasing the burn rate in any 
octane fuel, till what results is a rather quick 
and sudden explosion. Again at a lower pressure 
for lower octane vs. higher octane. This results 
in all the way from a slight ping of the valves 
being shoved closed faster than the spring rate on 
the valve springs were designed for, to a sudden 
louder more violent knock of a piston slap and or 
rod knock in more severe cases, from overpressure 
rather than a controlled progressive burn as the 
engineers intended. This has even been known to 
break crankshafts or totally destroy engines as is 
seen in drag racing all the time. Increasing the 
octane reduces that burn rate giving time for the 
piston to get over TDC. So in the end a slightly 
earlier ignition timing or higher compression or 
both can be used to get more power from the same 
amount of gas or more gas and air can be inducted 
and thus allowing even more power to be produced.



So, with 93 octane, you can compress the air (think turbo or supercharger) and 
have the
> spark ignite sooner (timing advance) which 
creates more power. With 87 octane, since it


change here to explodes or detonates not just


ignites at a lower pressure,
> high compression engines might ignite the gas 
before the intake valve closes and you
> hear a noise (ping). Often, in old cars, you 
will hear this pinging under load (moderate
> throttle going uphill). What this noise is, is 
the detonation of the gas and air mixture


or exploding


in your cylinders before the intake valve is closed. The explosion is partially 
sent into the intake


not..., some of the gas and air mixture might get 
pushed back but no actual explosion or flame 
because in that case you would get an immediate 
backfire and flame out of the carburetor. Or in 
the case of drag racing seeing your supercharger 
get blown off the engine.



causing the noise. What a knock sensor does is detect this noise (the “pings” 
or “knocks”)
and tells the computer to spark/ignite at a slightly later time.

Which allows the piston to travel over TDC and 
reduce the pressure and speed of the burn. Though 
usually the detected ping is so small before it is 
corrected that most people don't even notice it.



*The only reason the manufacture tells you that you have to run premium fuel if 
that the
vehicle was tested for gas mileage with premium. Running premium will get you 
slightly
> more power per molecule of fuel, thus better 
gas mileage. If you run 87 octane, you might

> get slightly (and I mean slightly)

Probably 1-2 MPG which can always be excused by 
citing driving technique



less gas mileage out of your vehicle. The manufacture
> doesn’t want to get sued for advertising a 
certain MPG and you getting slightly less. They
> have to tell you to run premium or risk 
litigation with the EPS or the consumer.”


Accurate or BS?

AZBob

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Re: [MBZ] 1972 220D

[MG via Mercedes]

That looks like a fuel-water separator.  The bowl 
hangs down you can just see it and at the very 
bottom, the silver thing, is the water drain petcock.


MG

Craig via Mercedes wrote:

On Tue, 26 Sep 2023 17:52:23 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes"
 wrote:


Very nice, plus it’s a stick *and* it has AC.


I see the A/C hoses next to the passenger side fender well, but I do not
see the York compressor on the front of the engine.

Our 1972 220D/8 had the York compressor mounted high on a large plate at
the front of the engine.

Ours had white, single-stage paint, which was nice to recover.

What is the thing at the rear of the engine compartment next to the
passenger side fender well (picture attached)? IIRC, ours did not have
that (and boy, do I wish I had some electronic pictures of that car!).

I see it has the typical dash crack in the typical place ...

I also noticed: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 220d Sedan 4D
$8,000
Listed a year ago in Montebello, CA



Looks like it needs motor mounts, though.


And probably the front sub-frame mounts, too.



That’s surface rust from condensation trapped by the rubber mat that
used to cover the trunk floor. While those things were rugged as heck,
they contributed significantly to rust on the trunk floor. Best thing
to do is brush it to get the loose stuff off, then POR-15 it into
submission.


With as much rust is on the spare tire's wheel, could it have lived in an
area with snow and salt?


Craig







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Re: [MBZ] Actual fuel economy on a 2014 E250 BlueTEC

[MG via Mercedes]

That is my thought because I have gotten 30.2 mpg 
overall on the 2020 6cyl Tacoma several times for 
a 100 mile trip that includes city traffic at one 
end for over 20 miles. Not very believable when 
the actual calculated overall mileage since new is 
24.96 taking into account all the driving and gas 
put in while the computer shows something around 
26. Our driving with it is 80% highway and 20 in city.


Manfred

Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:

On 19/09/2023 9:20 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:

No lying.

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Interesting but relying upon the computer to calculate mileage likely is 
not quite so accurate as the old way where you do the manual calculations.


Randy


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Re: [MBZ] Actual fuel economy on a 2014 E250 BlueTEC

[MG via Mercedes]

You have a 17mi downhill with no traffic lights 
from where you fill up? ;-)


Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:

It seems to get the highest fuel economy immediately after I fill the
tank.  What is the explanation?

On Thu, Sep 21, 2023 at 8:42 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


I would believe it on a 250. People claim their CDI or even 60x powered
vehicles get that sort of mileage.

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mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

No lying.
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Re: [MBZ] Maybe I goofed the link … pretty great

[MG via Mercedes]

Hmm put an MB turbo 6 in there and an automatic 
and it might be worth driving. But then there are 
some rust problems here and there to take care of.


MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

Very cool
Curt

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https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6571304882953155/?
Anyway, search for 1968 Mercedes-Benz f20 camper F20
On fakebook marketplace
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Re: [MBZ] How do I drain/clean the brake fluid reservoir?

[MG via Mercedes]

If it was mine I would take the brake line loose 
either from the master cylinder or at the caliper 
and pump the fluid out and then also flush some 
new fluid through. Reconnect the line and bleed to 
get a good peddle. Don't think I would flush with 
the alcohol.


MG

Craig via Mercedes wrote:

In my continuing project of repairing the brakes of my 1980 W116 300SD,
I went to suck the old brake fluid out of the reservoir on the master
cylinder. When I got to the bottom of the fluid available through the
cap, I noticed the front compartment of the reservoir still had brake
fluid in it, as the first two pictures show.

The only connection to the front compartment of the reservoir I can see
is a small channel by the front level switch and that is only a few
millimeters high. There is no way for me to get a hose through that!

I took off the front rubber cap for the front level switch thinking that
might help, but it did not.

I would rather not try to remove the reservoir from the master cylinder
and spill brake fluid everywhere.

I could use my Speedi-Bleed and push the excess fluid out of the
reservoir, through the master cylinder, through one of the brake lines,
through a caliper, and into a container -- but that would push a lot of
crud through, too.

Any suggestions?

The fourth picture shows a W123 brake fluid reservoir, which has only one
level switch. I recall it has two compartments like the W116 reservoir,
but I don't recall how (or if) I drained both compartments when I was
doing the brakes on our '82 240D/3.0. (I recall now, I purchased a new
reservoir from Rusty.)

Also, would flushing with isopropyl alchol be advisable?

Thanks,


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Re: [MBZ] Weed eater

[MG via Mercedes]

I have a 40v Greenworks battery trimmer on which I 
installed a metal blade. It works great for the 
thicker weeds and the batteries are the same as 
the ones for the 18" chainsaw which I actually 
bought first. I wouldn't be without either one and 
I heat with wood here in N. Fla.


MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

For just cutting grass around the yard I'd say electric. I've got a Makita 18v 
and it'll trim our small yard on one 4ah battery.
For real sticks and brush a gas unit with a metal blade is a must. Prepare to 
spend real money for a good one. Mine is a Husky from the mid 90s. I think it 
was around $500 back then.Cheap 2 stroke weed eaters will make you pull your 
hair and gnash your teeth. Not worth it.
Curt
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Recommendations for these? Stick with gas or go electric? 



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Re: [MBZ] 2007 R350 - 19k miles - $6,400

[MG via Mercedes]

Our 2nd daughter had a daiwoo. got it as a high 
school graduation present. She picked it out since 
it was the least expensive and had a manual shift, 
which is what she wanted. I have to say it was a 
good car and lasted for about 10 years till 
someone hit her in the back and she decided to buy 
a new larger car. She was kind of sad because she 
really liked it. she said it handled corners and 
curves really well. One of the reasons she wanted 
it in the first place.


Kind of a chip off the old block I guess.

Manfred

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Like when my Mom stopped driving and she couldn’t give away the little Daiwoo 
she had with 5k miles on the clock (it was at least 5 years old, if I recall 
correctly.)

Everyone knew she drove like a bat out of Heck and thrashed that car to its 
limits. Not to mention none of the grandkids wanted to be seen in or driving a 
Daiwoo. She offered it to me for one of my boys to drive but I was able to 
dodge that bullet by suggesting that the transport costs to ship it weren’t 
worth it.

I think my brother ended up selling the car on CL. I seem to recall it being a 
challenge for him to find a buyer.

-D


On May 7, 2023, at 3:01 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:

Not to mention that "was owned by an older person" is usually said as if it's 
a positive thing, but my wife's grandfather used to drive like a bat out of hell. He must 
have gone through tires and brakes at a rapid rate.



On Sun, May 7, 2023, at 13:54, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
I thought it was very funny, the way the rest of my colleagues reacted.  I
took no offense but it was fun to see her squirm.

On Sun, May 7, 2023 at 2:46 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


Part of this is point of reference. Like when I make mention of, “Look at
all the old people who are here” despite the fact that I’m 63.

-D


On May 7, 2023, at 2:40 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes <

mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

I suppose the "older gay black man" that used to work at my office

could not be described that way these days. Every one of those words is now
offensive, apparently.



On Sun, May 7, 2023, at 11:54, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
One of the newer hires referred to me and a colleague as " an older guy
unquote. She was severely chastised and confessed to inappropriateness.

On Sun, May 7, 2023, 12:22 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


"Older" is relative.  "Old" would be more definitive but still vague.

--FT

On 5/7/23 12:08 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:

How old is an "older lady"?  For her to agree with that
characterization she must be at least 75 years old.

On Sun, May 7, 2023 at 11:50 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
 wrote:

  Older lady realtor.  Get the VIN or run away.

  --FT

  On 5/7/23 11:36 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Realtor colors, but looks clean. "was driven by a older lady

  it’s been taken care of"

If the engine serial number checks out, negotiate it down a bit

  and it you might get a reasonable deal.



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Re: [MBZ] Bornite

[MG via Mercedes]

Maybe I should send them to Jim and let him make them?

Nah I'll send offline.


Craig via Mercedes wrote:

On Mon, 01 May 2023 16:13:52 -0400 MG via Mercedes
 wrote:

I looked Allen but can't find anything but his 
name, the plans and the installation instructions. 
If you want I can send you those.


If Allan cannot make use of them, please send them to me.
I have a need with my W116 300SD.


Craig


Manfred

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Yes, I would be interested to know.

Allan

On Mon, May 1, 2023, at 08:44, MG via Mercedes wrote:
I got one years ago for my 83 300TD. A guy made 
them with micro electronics. It still works. If 
you want I'll try and find out if they are still 
available.


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Re: [MBZ] tach amp

[MG via Mercedes]

Went through the same thing with mine. The thing 
that finally fixed it to this day is that micro 
electronic sender. Still works like a charm.


Manfred

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Yeah I've done that several times. Also cleaned the contact socket, the pins, 
with contact cleaner.  Also tried tightening up the pin/socket interface in 
several ways. It all works for a short time and then stops again.

I'm honestly not sure if it's the pin/socket contacts that are bad or the 
amplifier circuit.


On Mon, May 1, 2023, at 11:50, Dwight Giles wrote:

I was told once that old timers would put a cigarette butt in the top of the 
amp to push contacts together.

On Mon, May 1, 2023, 12:40 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:

In my cars (W123 and W116 OM617 diesels), the dashboard gauge works, it's the 
amplifier that's flakey.

On Mon, May 1, 2023, at 10:45, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:

My '85 arrived with a dead tachometer.  I was able to purchase the last
tachometer/clock gauge in the USA from the Classic Center.  They are
discontinued.  The '84-85 models do not have a tach amp.

On Mon, May 1, 2023 at 11:35 AM Jim Cathey via Mercedes <
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IIRC, the (tach amplifier) circuit is right out of the application notes
for the main IC used in the thing.

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] Bornite

[MG via Mercedes]

I looked Allen but can't find anything but his 
name, the plans and the installation instructions. 
If you want I can send you those.


Manfred

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Yes, I would be interested to know.

Allan

On Mon, May 1, 2023, at 08:44, MG via Mercedes wrote:
I got one years ago for my 83 300TD. A guy made 
them with micro electronics. It still works. If 
you want I'll try and find out if they are still 
available.


Manfred

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Sure, that works for a day or two.

Here's a thread about resoldering them.

https://www.benzworld.org/threads/the-permanent-tachometer-amplifier-fix.1652194/

Was hoping someone made a more reliable replacement, but I guess at this point 
there isn't much of a market for that.



On Sun, Apr 30, 2023, at 20:02, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Pack of Marlboro’s? Just one or two are needed.

-D


On Apr 30, 2023, at 5:12 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:

On Sun, Apr 30, 2023, at 19:09, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:


Another one is the silly tachometer sending unit on the models in the early
80s.

Did anyone ever make a reliable replacement for those?


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Re: [MBZ] Bornite

[MG via Mercedes]

Probably but I'm not good enough to do that stuff. 
I did find the circuit drawing and the other info 
that he sent me at one time but I can't find his 
email or website any more.


Manfred

Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote:

IIRC, the (tach amplifier) circuit is right out of the application notes
for the main IC used in the thing.

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] Bornite

[MG via Mercedes]

I got one years ago for my 83 300TD. A guy made 
them with micro electronics. It still works. If 
you want I'll try and find out if they are still 
available.


Manfred

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Sure, that works for a day or two.

Here's a thread about resoldering them.

https://www.benzworld.org/threads/the-permanent-tachometer-amplifier-fix.1652194/

Was hoping someone made a more reliable replacement, but I guess at this point 
there isn't much of a market for that.



On Sun, Apr 30, 2023, at 20:02, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Pack of Marlboro’s? Just one or two are needed.

-D


On Apr 30, 2023, at 5:12 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
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On Sun, Apr 30, 2023, at 19:09, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:


Another one is the silly tachometer sending unit on the models in the early
80s.

Did anyone ever make a reliable replacement for those?


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Re: [MBZ] I’m not even sure what to say about this

[MG via Mercedes]

That's about the worst attempt that I've ever seen.

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/224198870110638/?mibextid=6ojiHh


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Re: [MBZ] Chain saws

[MG via Mercedes]

I have a Greenworks 16" 40V saw that I bought some 
5-6 years ago. I was unsure about how good it 
would work but I'm convinced that I'm not going 
back to gas. I even went and bought the string 
trimer and pole saw all of them use the same 
batteries. When I bought them all came with a 
battery and charger so I have extra chargers and 
batteries.
At 73 I find that even now the two 4AH and two 2AH 
batteries will last for about 3/4 hour of cutting. 
after that I am ready to go inside and sit down 
and let the batteries charge because I've cut 
enough wood to last for the next month of the cold 
season down here in the Gainesville area of Fl. We 
heat entirely with wood so it is a goodly pile 
that will require splitting but I tend to leave 
that for later. Kind of done in with cutting by then.
Really like the saw and I have replaced the bar a 
couple of times and worn out 3-4 chains with 
resharpening in the years I've had it. Still works 
good.


Manfred

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Has anyone bought an electric chain saw?  I have a gas powered one but I 
use it very little, and when I do need to use it, the damn thing 
requires a lot of hassle to get it started.  Usually because I fail to 
drain the gas out of it.  I guess since I never know when I am going to 
use it, I should drain the gas each time.  Last year I needed to use it 
but could never get it to start and run.  I am sure the carb needs to be 
cleaned out, or replaced.  Due to infrequent use, perhaps I should buy 
an electric one?


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Re: [MBZ] Squareback Crackalack

[MG via Mercedes]

We had a 64 like that and having learned to drive 
on that, I don't believe it either.


MG

OK Don via Mercedes wrote:

My Mom's Microbus, 18(?) window had the 1200cc 36HP engine. She hated it
because it was too slow. She said it was too slow to drive on the highway.
We later found out that the speedo was reading 10MPH too low. When she
thought it would only go 60, it was actually 70. She never did believe that
---

On Tue, Jan 31, 2023 at 1:14 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


The worst Vanagon was the diesel (1.6 liter, 48hp non-turbo same as the
rabbit engine). They were dangerously slow accelerating and people often
blew up the engines trying to drive them faster than they should.

I would guess a 2.0l TDI would do quite a bit better, I think they make
about 140hp?

The waterboxer in my Vanagon was just OK, it would do 70-75 on the
interstate but not really any more than that without getting pretty close
to red-line. It was pretty torquey though, and around town it was fine, at
least with the manual transmission.


On Tue, Jan 31, 2023, at 14:00, MG via Mercedes wrote:

never having had one of those, how good would they
be pushing something as heavy as the Vanagon?

MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

There's a guy putting 2.0l TDI engines in. The Grind Hard Plumbing Co

guys had one done.

If I were going to do it that's what I'd want.

-Curt

On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 12:40:17 PM EST, Allan Streib via

Mercedes  wrote:





Yeah the waterboxer engines were prone to head gasket leaks. Though I

drove mine to Florida and back at 70 MPH with no issues.

There was a kit to put a Ford Focus (Zetec) engine in a Vanagon. It

seemed well done, but not cheap -- $7,900 and that doesn't include the
engine. I'd probably do that over a Subaru conversion. Based on my
experience with my '03 Focus, the Zetec engine is bulletproof.




https://www.bostig.com/bostig-vanagon-conversion-2022-2023-kits-20-deposit-total-price-7895/


On Tue, Jan 31, 2023, at 09:31, MG via Mercedes wrote:

That's what interested me. The original engines on
those were always a bit unreliable. I can't see a
problem with it as long as it isn't hanging too low.

MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

Did you guys notice the GM engine?

-Curt

On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 08:45:47 AM EST, Allan Streib via

Mercedes  wrote:





Yeah that’s pretty cool. I had a Vanagon GL that I really liked but

sadly it was totaled in an accident. I’m guessing I’ll get another one some
day.

On Tue, Jan 31, 2023, at 08:31, MG via Mercedes wrote:

I'd rather get this.



https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-volkswagen-volkswagen-t3-transporter-doka-syncro/

MG

OK Don via Mercedes wrote:

This one would be more fun ---
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1973-volkswagen-thing-90-2/

On Mon, Jan 30, 2023 at 2:24 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


What a beauty!

A little bit of work cleaning up things, like the gross shifter

surround

and it'd be fantastic.

Price is crazy for the lack of detail put into the ad though.

Here's a nice looking fastback for way less:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-volkswagen-type-3-fastback/

My mom had a fastback when I was born. Interestingly Angie's did

too. Type

3 is on the list of cars I'd like to own.

-Curt


On Monday, January 30, 2023 at 03:06:27 PM EST, Bob Rentfro via

Mercedes <

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https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5825792714154644/?mibextid=6ojiHh

Or is it reasonable?

AZBob


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Re: [MBZ] Squareback Crackalack

[MG via Mercedes]

never having had one of those, how good would they 
be pushing something as heavy as the Vanagon?


MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

There's a guy putting 2.0l TDI engines in. The Grind Hard Plumbing Co guys had 
one done.
If I were going to do it that's what I'd want.

-Curt

On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 12:40:17 PM EST, Allan Streib via Mercedes  wrote: 






Yeah the waterboxer engines were prone to head gasket leaks. Though I drove 
mine to Florida and back at 70 MPH with no issues.

There was a kit to put a Ford Focus (Zetec) engine in a Vanagon. It seemed well 
done, but not cheap -- $7,900 and that doesn't include the engine. I'd probably 
do that over a Subaru conversion. Based on my experience with my '03 Focus, the 
Zetec engine is bulletproof.


https://www.bostig.com/bostig-vanagon-conversion-2022-2023-kits-20-deposit-total-price-7895/


On Tue, Jan 31, 2023, at 09:31, MG via Mercedes wrote:
That's what interested me. The original engines on 
those were always a bit unreliable. I can't see a 
problem with it as long as it isn't hanging too low.


MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

Did you guys notice the GM engine?

-Curt

On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 08:45:47 AM EST, Allan Streib via Mercedes  wrote: 






Yeah that’s pretty cool. I had a Vanagon GL that I really liked but sadly it 
was totaled in an accident. I’m guessing I’ll get another one some day.

On Tue, Jan 31, 2023, at 08:31, MG via Mercedes wrote:

I'd rather get this.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-volkswagen-volkswagen-t3-transporter-doka-syncro/

MG

OK Don via Mercedes wrote:

This one would be more fun ---
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1973-volkswagen-thing-90-2/

On Mon, Jan 30, 2023 at 2:24 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


What a beauty!

A little bit of work cleaning up things, like the gross shifter surround
and it'd be fantastic.

Price is crazy for the lack of detail put into the ad though.

Here's a nice looking fastback for way less:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-volkswagen-type-3-fastback/

My mom had a fastback when I was born. Interestingly Angie's did too. Type
3 is on the list of cars I'd like to own.

-Curt


On Monday, January 30, 2023 at 03:06:27 PM EST, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:





https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5825792714154644/?mibextid=6ojiHh

Or is it reasonable?

AZBob


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Re: [MBZ] Squareback Crackalack

[MG via Mercedes]

That's what interested me. The original engines on 
those were always a bit unreliable. I can't see a 
problem with it as long as it isn't hanging too low.


MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

Did you guys notice the GM engine?

-Curt

On Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 08:45:47 AM EST, Allan Streib via Mercedes  wrote: 






Yeah that’s pretty cool. I had a Vanagon GL that I really liked but sadly it 
was totaled in an accident. I’m guessing I’ll get another one some day.

On Tue, Jan 31, 2023, at 08:31, MG via Mercedes wrote:

I'd rather get this.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-volkswagen-volkswagen-t3-transporter-doka-syncro/

MG

OK Don via Mercedes wrote:

This one would be more fun ---
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1973-volkswagen-thing-90-2/

On Mon, Jan 30, 2023 at 2:24 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


What a beauty!

A little bit of work cleaning up things, like the gross shifter surround
and it'd be fantastic.

Price is crazy for the lack of detail put into the ad though.

Here's a nice looking fastback for way less:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-volkswagen-type-3-fastback/

My mom had a fastback when I was born. Interestingly Angie's did too. Type
3 is on the list of cars I'd like to own.

-Curt


On Monday, January 30, 2023 at 03:06:27 PM EST, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:





https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5825792714154644/?mibextid=6ojiHh

Or is it reasonable?

AZBob


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Re: [MBZ] Squareback Crackalack

[MG via Mercedes]

I'd rather get this.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1985-volkswagen-volkswagen-t3-transporter-doka-syncro/

MG

OK Don via Mercedes wrote:

This one would be more fun ---
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1973-volkswagen-thing-90-2/

On Mon, Jan 30, 2023 at 2:24 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


What a beauty!

A little bit of work cleaning up things, like the gross shifter surround
and it'd be fantastic.

Price is crazy for the lack of detail put into the ad though.

Here's a nice looking fastback for way less:
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-volkswagen-type-3-fastback/

My mom had a fastback when I was born. Interestingly Angie's did too. Type
3 is on the list of cars I'd like to own.

-Curt


On Monday, January 30, 2023 at 03:06:27 PM EST, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes <
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https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5825792714154644/?mibextid=6ojiHh

Or is it reasonable?

AZBob


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Re: [MBZ] 1981 240D - 310k miles - $500

[MG via Mercedes]

Or also a build up of carbon on the top of the 
piston from not driving enough to warm up the 
engine every time. One 300d that I got had that 
problem and cleared up quite nicely after it was 
blown out on a couple of one hour drives.


Don't know how to tell one problem from the other 
so just got lucky on that one.


MG


Frederick Moir via Mercedes wrote:

Fwiw.
If the oil pressure is good, a loud knocking could be a plugged injector.
YMMV.


On Sat, Nov 19, 2022 at 2:27 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


The engine is known to go a million kilometers.

Also known not to, especially when "engine has loud knocking."

4-speed manual, might be a parts car for a swap to something else.


https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/charlestown-1981-mercedes-benz-240d/7559230835.html
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Re: [MBZ] Parts cleaner

[MG via Mercedes]

I have for years had a similar cleaner. I use 
Diesel and change it about once a year or whenever 
it gets too dirty.


MG


Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
I was thinking that a small parts cleaner would be useful. I see this one and it seems to be basically a box with a tray and some sort of submersible pump to circulate cleaning solvent. Nothing exotic about that. A comment says the pump is akin to a HF pump. 


Parts Washer 3.5 Gallon Capacity Tank Cabinet Portable Automotive Parts Cleaner 
for Wheel Bearings, Gears, and carburetors (Blue)… https://a.co/iweKjdH

Anyone ever put something like this together?  Plastic storage bin, pump, 
screen tray… not much engineering to that. Diesel fuel as cleaner solvent?  Or 
some proper solvent?

--FT
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Re: [MBZ] W108 heater levers - disconnecting tips?

[MG via Mercedes]

Seems to me that if the smoke has already escaped 
then oiling the bearings won't replace it.


MG

David Bruckmann via Mercedes wrote:

I'm finally addressing the ventilation system on my W108 280SEL 4.5.

Months ago the fan stopped, with resultant stream of smoke. Today I removed
the cowl and cabin filters (ordered new ones from MB) and reached in to
turn the motor. It is VERY stiff, but less so now. Drenched it in ATF and
will let it sit.

While I'm at it, years ago I ordered new control levers and this seems like
the right time to install them so that I can actually regulate the fan
speed, for example.

So I followed Jaime's excellent instructions and I am now at the
"disconnecting" stage. Is there any advice apart from not losing clips and
so on? I'm guessing the castellated washers or whatever they're called that
grip the shaft are simply something one squeezes to release, or am I in for
a struggle?

Thanks in advance,

D.





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Re: [MBZ] OT - Mini-splits

[MG via Mercedes]

Found this on Amazon. Don't know a thing about them.


https://www.amazon.com/sspa/click?ie=UTF8=MToxNTQ0NDExNTYyNDQzMjkwOjE2NjU3ODgwNjI6c3BfYXRmX25leHQ6MjAwMDI1NDMwNTQ4NTk4OjowOjo_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGZfbmV4dA=%2FCOOPER-HUNTER-Ductless-Pre-Charged-Installation%2Fdp%2FB0862DW9R4%2Fref%3Dsr_1_18_sspa%3Fcrid%3D35RYKFLLAGJLY%26keywords%3Dmr%2Bcool%2Bmulti%2Bzone%26qid%3D1665788062%26qu%3DeyJxc2MiOiI0LjkwIiwicXNhIjoiMy42OCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%253D%253D%26sprefix%3Dmr%2Bcool%2Bmulti%2Bzone%252Caps%252C207%26sr%3D8-18-spons%26ufe%3Dapp_do%253Aamzn1.fos.2b70bf2b-6730-4ccf-ab97-eb60747b8daf%26psc%3D1

Manfred

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Just for grins I clicked on a link for “MRCOOL DIY” mini-splits yesterday, and 
after going to their website got directed to a number of different retailers, 
one of which was Costco. I was just doing some research on a possible 
mini-split for the Flagstaff garage, which I was thinking might be a 240V 
12,000 BTU unit or thereabouts.

https://mrcooldiy.com

The Costco price (members only) was significantly lower than all the other 
retailers who offered the same product (Amazon, Lowe’s). Costco wanted $1,450 
for a 12k BTU 120V system, Amazon $1,738, and Lowe’s $1,738.

This brand looks pretty good and has a lot of positive reviews. They’re 
designed specifically for DIY installation. I’m not quite ready to pull the 
trigger on one, but good to know there is an option directed at DIY 
installation that’s reasonably priced.

-D
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Re: [MBZ] Overpriced and Misidentified

[MG via Mercedes]

Good thing I don't need another project. Besides 
it looks closer to you that me.


Manfred

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

I wonder if they realize what they have? This one is close to Manfred, he 
should head over to the Villages with some dead presidents and make a deal.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/653814536397893/

-D
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Re: [MBZ] Security Camera for Kleb

[MG via Mercedes]

That's right . I forgot about that.

MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Understood. However, he’s concerned about the security of his outbuildings, and 
if he’s reliant on wifi and power goes out, he’s got nothing. It records events 
and sends alerts. Unless you were streaming video from it constantly the amount 
of data used would be relatively small. I just checked the data on my wifi 
connected cameras and it’s less than 500Mb/month, and that’s on ones that see 
activity all day long.

Just trying to offer alternatives.

-D


On Oct 6, 2022, at 1:18 PM, MG via Mercedes  wrote:

Don't know if I would go for that. It doesn't have wifi so you have to keep 
paying for Data all the time.

MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Kaleb,
Here’s one of the security cameras I was talking about for your shop or barn 
that uses 4G and solar for power. On sale with a $30 off coupon, too!
https://tinyurl.com/vw49s2sm
-D
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Re: [MBZ] Security Camera for Kleb

[MG via Mercedes]

Don't know if I would go for that. It doesn't have 
wifi so you have to keep paying for Data all the time.


MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Kaleb,

Here’s one of the security cameras I was talking about for your shop or barn 
that uses 4G and solar for power. On sale with a $30 off coupon, too!

https://tinyurl.com/vw49s2sm

-D
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Re: [MBZ] OT: Dodge 4wd

[MG via Mercedes]

Aren't the transfer case and the transmission 
bolted together?


If they are is that vac line near the back of the 
case?


If so then it might be possible to lower the back 
end of the transmission to regain the correct 
spacing. It might even be that it is just the rear 
transmission mount crossmember that is bent upward.


Check the cab mounts and see if the frame is bent 
down a bit or even if the mounting point on the 
cab floor is bent upward?


Just off the wall thoughts.

MG

Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote:

I noticed that my wrecked-then-repaired Dodge pickup ('97, diesel) didn't
seem to have operating 4wd, and today I think I figured out why.  The wreck
shifted the transfer case upwards towards the tunnel an inch or so, and that's
enough to kink the vacuum hoses that come out the connector on top of the
transfer case.  (I compared it visually to my '96 V10 truck.)

The front axle engagement is driven by vacuum, and the 4wd dash light is
driven by a switch on the front axle.  So, unless everything's working correctly
you don't get the light.

I'm not quite sure what to do here.  Punch a dome up in the sheet metal of the
tunnel using a floor jack?  Tear apart the vacuum connector and try to fit 
90-degree
elbows in there?  Take truck to real frame shop to have it all torqued into 
spec?

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] 2011 Mercedes C300 4Matc (Sport) Brake Kir Recommendation

[MG via Mercedes]

From talking with people and having done research 
on this back when I was contemplating that option. 
The drilled rotors are really not necessary except 
for looks or if you intend to drive fast and hard 
on curvy mountainous roads. The solid rotors will 
last longer and so will the pads, of which ever 
kind you decide to use. I do agree that the 
Akebono pads are worth it for longevity and 
stopping power as well as being cleaner for the 
wheels.


Manfred

Robert Koziak via Mercedes wrote:

Hi All,
 I am planning a complete brake job on my daughter's 2011 MB C300 4Matic (Sport).  
Looking for recommendations on ordering a 4 wheel kit (Pads/Rotors/Brake Sensors).  Rock 
Auto has a kit from "Power Stop" for around $350 including shipping.  There are 
two kits one with drilled front rotors and one with solid front rotors and are basically 
the same price?  There are drilled on the front now, but I am curious why they would 
offer solid too and which is better?
   The Genuine Mercedes Benz kits are much more expensive and I am not sure if 
it's worth the extra money.  I would appreciate feedback on brands and sources.
   As always thanks in advance.
Bob K
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Re: [MBZ] bent pulley on mower

[MG via Mercedes]

Why not just beat down on the side that is too 
high to begin with?


MG

mitch--- via Mercedes wrote:

By bent, you mean you smashed a flange in towards the other flange?

It sounds like you'll need to set up a dial indicator to find the center 
of the dent and measure the runout, and gradually bend it out with a 
wedge of some sort, assuming you can do that without bending the other 
flange out instead...if you go too far then it's big brass hammer taps 
to bring it back in.


If the whole pulley is bent instead of just one flange, it might get a 
little more interesting, but if you can take it off the mower and use a 
big brass hammer inboard of the flanges you might get it right.


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Re: [MBZ] bent pulley on mower

[MG via Mercedes]

If you can give me the dimensions, at thew bottom 
of the groove of both pulleys, the total height of 
the assembly and the inside diameter of the bore I 
may have one from a Gravely.


Manfred



Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Actually, the pulley is a top pulley that connects the top belt to the 
engine, and a bottom pulley that runs the blades.  It is the top pulley 
that is bent and apparently it is an assembly that appears to cost close 
to $300.  In other words, I really need to try to get this one bent back 
into closer to flat position.


On 9/7/2022 7:39 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Earlier this summer I removed the deck on my 54" riding mower to 
replace the belt.  I was going to turn mower deck upside down to 
remove blades to sharpen them while I had it off and ended up dropping 
it.  Deck hit the floor and broke an arm that holds the pulley on 
which is spring loaded to tighten the belt.  I got a replacement arm 
from ebay and installed it.  The thing is basically made out of pot 
metal.  Anyway, it broke after about 5 minutes of mowing. Seller sent 
new arm but when I installed it I noticed the top pulley which 
connects the deck to mower was wobbling.  In other words I must have 
bent it when I dropped it.  I mowed a couple of times with it just 
fine and suddenly the arm broke again.  I am assuming the wobble is 
vibrating the arm causing it to break.  I am going to have to pull it 
apart again.  Does anybody have any advice on trying to straighten it 
out?  I am looking for a replacement now but if I can get this one 
back flat that would best as JD parts tend to be expensive.


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Re: [MBZ] Tracing electrical wiring

[MG via Mercedes]

Do it the old way?

Turn on all the lights and plug a light into every
outlet then leave it on and turn all the other
breakers off and them look for what still works.

Or turn it off and all the others on and see what
doesn't work.

MG

Craig via Mercedes wrote:

In looking at the breaker box in the building here for possible
installation of a 30 A breaker, I found there already is one installed.
The wires which connect to it go up to the top of the breaker box and
disappear into a thimble which connects to a piece of conduit (I think)
which goes I know not where.

I want to find out where the wires which connect to the 30 A breaker go.

The breaker chart inside the door is of no help, because those spaces are
marked "spare".

Any suggestions on how to find out where in this 10,000 ft^2 commercial
building they do go?

Thank you,


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] A small step to the dark side: I buy a Harbor Fright battery electric lawn mower

[MG via Mercedes]

yeah I remember those old cast Iron push mowers 
heavy as sin especially pushing up hill. Did that 
till I left for college. Oddly enough when I got 
home for Christmas that firs year I saw a nice new 
motorized rotary mower. Imagine that.


MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Or a (push) reel mower.

I used to cut the postage-sized yard at the Ladies of Charity house for my 
grandmother when I was a kid with one of those push reel mowers. Took a fair 
amount of goomph to move that thing.

When we lived in Sheboygan we had a pretty small yard. I had sold my Wheel 
Horse tractor with the previous house, so I ended up buying a powered reel 
mower with the grass “basket” on the back. That was a great mower.

-D


On Aug 18, 2022, at 9:59 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes  
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Heck gas mowers are for wussies, a REAL man uses a scythe...


-Curt

On Thursday, August 18, 2022 at 09:37:24 AM EDT, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes  wrote: 


Electric mowers are for gurly boyz. Sorry!’

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wrote:

On 2022-08-18 09:02, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:


The axe handle is my measuring stick so I know the wood will fit in the stove.

Two reasons why my little Husky has a 16" bar:
I use it for limbing and blocking up small stuff, and a relatively long bar 
gives more reach for limbing.
It's my woods ruler. Can measure 16", and easily guestimate 18" or 20".

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Re: [MBZ] 05 E320 wagon - 155K miles - $3,500

[MG via Mercedes]

Hmm looks like it's time to find an 83 300TD with 
lifetime serious radio.


As if.

MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

I don’t know, but the former owner of my ML550 had a lifetime serious radio 
subscription, and three months since I bought the car it’s still working.

-D


On Aug 17, 2022, at 7:41 PM, MG via Mercedes  wrote:

The way I understood serious radio for life does not transfer to the new owner 
when the car is sold. The original owner can't even transfer it to another car.

Anyone know if that is the way it is? I may be wrong.
I have been occasionally before. Could even be often.

M

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That’s a siriusly good price --FT
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Serious radio for life

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/buffalo-grove-mercedes-e320/7522316261.html
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Re: [MBZ] Dealing with State Farm

[MG via Mercedes]

So if you want to do it that way, why not ask the 
shop if they would be willing to do that should 
the ins co decide to total it.


MG



Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Because I’m a cheap ass and want to make some cash off the deal, so I am on the fence about getting it fixed at a shop (assuming it’s not totaled) or keeping the cash. At the end of the day I want to extract as much money as possible out of these people. I guess my neck might start hurting. Maybe I should hire a shister lawyer and show up in a neck collar. 


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On Aug 17, 2022, at 5:25 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:

Once you agree on a settlement for the damages, you can do what you want with 
the money.

Do you want one more project?

You have the opportunity to get the car properly fixed and paid for. Why make 
more work for yourself?



On Wed, Aug 17, 2022, at 17:19, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Depending on where the numbers come in, I wonder if I can have somebody 
put in on their machine and pay to fix that, then deal with the doors 
myself. At that point it’s just swapping doors which is easy. 


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On Aug 17, 2022, at 3:22 PM, G Mann via Mercedes  wrote:

Kaleb,
Don't be scared of the B pillar damage. The services of a competent body
shop with a frame shop should pull it back to position pretty quickly, done
and dusted.. then find a replacement door, paint to match.. adjust the rear
door so the car has proper fit and margins... you could be back in business
pretty quickly, for low budget money.
The new frame machines with laser location in 3 axis can dial everything in
quickly.


On Wed, Aug 17, 2022 at 10:53 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

You've got enough going on. Let the shop fix it properly, and let her
insurance pay for a rental while your car is being repaired. If they want
to total it, in my experience their offer will be more than fair. I'd take
it and move on. It's only a car.



On Wed, Aug 17, 2022, at 12:26, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Last week they requested photos of the damage, which I sent. I let the
adjuster know in that email that I would be taking the car on Wednesday
(today) to get estimates from the local MB certified shop that the
dealer uses. Previous to that when I told him that is where I would be
going, he proceeded to say they overcharged customers for unnecessary
work yada yada. I also told him that they would need to inspect the car
in person and not rely on a virtual appraisal. Crickets. Called them
today and raised hell saying my time is valuable and today is the day
I’m taking it in. Long story short, I guess they have a rental car
reserved when I take car in. So, I’m wondering if I should get estimate
only and figure out if I am gong to fix it, or go ahead and get
estimate and leave it, then drive rental car until they figure it out.
My cheap instinct is to take the money and later fix it myself, but
with that small gap at the top of the door I’m afraid it has some
slight b pillar damage in which case there is no way I can fix it
properly. Or, get payout, sell this car as is, then buy something else
or pocket the money and get a different Okie acres car ready to go. I
guess there is also the possibility State Farm attempts to total it. If
that is the case then I guess I would do a buy back them either sell it
as is or try to fix it myself.

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Re: [MBZ] 05 E320 wagon - 155K miles - $3,500

[MG via Mercedes]

The way I understood serious radio for life does 
not transfer to the new owner when the car is 
sold. The original owner can't even transfer it to 
another car.


Anyone know if that is the way it is? I may be wrong.
I have been occasionally before. Could even be often.

M

Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
That’s a siriusly good price 


--FT
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On Aug 16, 2022, at 10:09 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
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Serious radio for life

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/buffalo-grove-mercedes-e320/7522316261.html
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Re: [MBZ] diagnostics

[MG via Mercedes]

Wow that takes me back. I've played on one of 
those a long time ago.


MG

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Reminds me of the one that went around the office for one of the older guys, titled 
"Gary's new workstation"



On Mon, Aug 15, 2022, at 13:13, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:

We know how that picture sounds.

AZBob

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On Aug 15, 2022, at 11:06 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes  
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very welcome


On Mon, Aug 15, 2022, 1:49 PM Frederick Moir via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Dwight.
Until I burst out laughing it never occurred to me that I needed a good
laugh today.
Thank you!
Fred.

On Mon, Aug 15, 2022 at 1:02 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


*snort*!
Saving that one for later.

-Curt






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Re: [MBZ] What the heck.... 2022 BENTLEY new golf cart rare 4 door turbo - $15, 900

[MG via Mercedes]

Faster motor and higher amperage controller?

MG

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

What does "turbo" mean in the context of a lead-acid battery golf cart?

On Mon, Aug 8, 2022, at 09:49, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
One of those chinee electric golf karts. It could be entertaining if 
the price lost a 0


--FT
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https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/sellersburg-2022-bentley-new-golf-cart/7518693443.html
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Re: [MBZ] My Life Is Complete...

[MG via Mercedes]

It is, since most of these guys use diesel as 
fuel. Kind of oversize for a can exhaust but at 
least it comes out in the back like a good exhaust 
should.


Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
Are you sure it isn't the smoke stack for the diesel like the ones that 
stick up through the hood?


Randy


On 05/08/2022 1:17 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote:

That might give a new meaning to 'hot seat'.
That big area in the back is the jet engine compartment

Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote:

OMG. rent it out as a wedding  limo.

On Fri, Aug 5, 2022, 10:51 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


…and I may now depart this Earthly plane, as I have seen it all.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/mercedes-benz-limo-dragster/

-D
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Re: [MBZ] My Life Is Complete...

[MG via Mercedes]

That might give a new meaning to 'hot seat'.
That big area in the back is the jet engine 
compartment


Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote:

OMG. rent it out as a wedding  limo.

On Fri, Aug 5, 2022, 10:51 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


…and I may now depart this Earthly plane, as I have seen it all.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/mercedes-benz-limo-dragster/

-D
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[MBZ] As if we didn't know already

[MG via Mercedes]

This is a very good presentation of the cost
differences between the SUV vs EV.



Watch the Carl Rove interview as well as read the
article.



https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/florida-family-drives-into-electric-car-problem-a-replacement-battery-costs-more-than-vehicle-itself/ar-AAZGl89?ocid=msedgdhp=U531=db552aba1ede4a84acd5d86f6100cc0e




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Re: [MBZ] Filling the GL

[MG via Mercedes]

Oh that was on 40 in the Ocala forest in Fl.

MG via Mercedes wrote:

Just filled upon the way home late last night for $4.399, regular.

MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
Costco here has dropped (again) for gasoline. Premium was down to 
$4.779 this morning.


-D

On Jul 2, 2022, at 1:04 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:


I just drove up to Spartanburg upstate and diesel is like $5.50. 
Petrol is a bit cheaper here than at home. I’ll hit Costco to fill up 
in the morning

--FT
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On Jul 2, 2022, at 11:54 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
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Re: [MBZ] Filling the GL

[MG via Mercedes]

Just filled upon the way home late last night for 
$4.399, regular.


MG

dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:

Costco here has dropped (again) for gasoline. Premium was down to $4.779 this 
morning.

-D


On Jul 2, 2022, at 1:04 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

I just drove up to Spartanburg upstate and diesel is like $5.50. Petrol is a bit cheaper here than at home. I’ll hit Costco to fill up in the morning 


--FT
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Re: [MBZ] Moving a storage shed

[MG via Mercedes]

So use a chain and drag it out to where you can 
get to both sides. Should be easy if it is on 
skids like most of them.


MG

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
The problem is, there is a fence behind the building so no room to get the tractor behind it. Regardless this project will have to wait until it cools off a little bit 


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On Jul 2, 2022, at 10:21 AM, MG via Mercedes  wrote:

If the tractor can lift one end then you could block that end up like Curt 
said. Once you have one end high enough the use the tractor to lift the other 
end and either block it or leave the tractor there and back the trailer under 
it.

A few years ago I lifted a 40' container up and put 22" house supports on 
concrete pads under it one end at a time with the old track loader. Worked real good 
for me.

MG

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

I was thinking maybe I could get the tractor forks under the front and lift it 
up enough to get the ramps under it, then maybe run a long strap around it at 
the bottom where the supports are then start winching it up. I think I might be 
over there today and will measure it to see is wide it is. For some reason I 
think they might have had to use some concrete blocks on the trailer to get it 
up one the wheel fenders because I think it’s too wide to sit between them. 
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On Jul 2, 2022, at 5:31 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:
Jack it up at one end so you can get it up enough to get the trailer under it (block it up back a coupla feet so you can get the jack(s) out) then wrap straps or chains around it to hook to the winch and pull it the rest of the way onto the trailer. Throw straps over it to hold it down on the trailer. 
—FT


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On Jul 1, 2022, at 11:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
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I have a storage building at the other house I have been thinking about moving here. It has some damage on the side of the roof and needs a panel replaced  which needs to be done before it rots out. Anyway, with using my trailer with 12k winch, and possibly my tractor, anybody have any ideas on moving this thing? When we had it moved in, it came from my great grandmothers house and my wife’s ex father in law moved it for us using my car trailer and winch. I think he had a couple of guys help him but I would most likely be alone. 
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Re: [MBZ] Moving a storage shed

[MG via Mercedes]

If the tractor can lift one end then you could 
block that end up like Curt said. Once you have 
one end high enough the use the tractor to lift 
the other end and either block it or leave the 
tractor there and back the trailer under it.


A few years ago I lifted a 40' container up and 
put 22" house supports on concrete pads under it 
one end at a time with the old track loader. 
Worked real good for me.


MG

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
I was thinking maybe I could get the tractor forks under the front and lift it up enough to get the ramps under it, then maybe run a long strap around it at the bottom where the supports are then start winching it up. I think I might be over there today and will measure it to see is wide it is. For some reason I think they might have had to use some concrete blocks on the trailer to get it up one the wheel fenders because I think it’s too wide to sit between them. 


Sent from my iPhone


On Jul 2, 2022, at 5:31 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Jack it up at one end so you can get it up enough to get the trailer under it (block it up back a coupla feet so you can get the jack(s) out) then wrap straps or chains around it to hook to the winch and pull it the rest of the way onto the trailer. Throw straps over it to hold it down on the trailer. 


—FT

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On Jul 1, 2022, at 11:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes 
 wrote:

I have a storage building at the other house I have been thinking about moving here. It has some damage on the side of the roof and needs a panel replaced  which needs to be done before it rots out. Anyway, with using my trailer with 12k winch, and possibly my tractor, anybody have any ideas on moving this thing? When we had it moved in, it came from my great grandmothers house and my wife’s ex father in law moved it for us using my car trailer and winch. I think he had a couple of guys help him but I would most likely be alone. 


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Re: [MBZ] 2012 SLK55 AMG - 38k miles - $35,000

[MG via Mercedes]

I have seen this in a Yutube. In that it was on 
side windows and seems to be variable.



Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Is it all or nothing? Or can it be "dimmed" to suit preference?


On Tue, Jun 14, 2022, at 5:27 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
Like an LCD. Apply power, it’s clear, remove it, opaque. Or vice-versa, 
whichever way it works.


-D


On Jun 14, 2022, at 3:20 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:

WTH is an "Electrochromic roof"

https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/mount-juliet-2012-mercedes-slk55-amg/7496183321.html
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Re: [MBZ] Death-kart project been wrecked 2005 Mercedes-Benz slk-class SLK 350 Roadster 2D, $1, 500

[MG via Mercedes]

No problem. Just put the engine in the back and 
you have rear wheel steering.


I bet that thing would spin on a dime.  What a 
death cart that would be.


MG

mitch--- via Mercedes wrote:

On 2022-05-31 10:02, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/354740160116549


I bet if you build a dune buggy using those subframes and suspension 
bits, you'll never get all four wheels pointing in the same direction.
Besides that, I don't think you want front engine, rear wheel drive for 
a kart or buggy.


Check out the DF Goblin or Ariel Atom for ideas.

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Re: [MBZ] OT: anyone using an under-counter water filter?

[MG via Mercedes]

Mine looks like the  Watts Premier 5-Stage Reverse 
Osmosis System. still works great after about 10 
years. I like it because I can pick up all the 
filters on line for cheap. I originally looked at 
the ones that Lowe's and Home Despot sell but 
those all required filters, because of specialize 
cast in place fitting, that were only available 
from the manufacturers and thus were much more 
expensive. L and HD still seem to specialize in 
those proprietary type of systems. After all they 
make more money off the sale of those special fit 
filters.


MG

Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

We have a Multi-Pure https://www.multipure.com/products/drinking-water-systems/
Just a single stage, I think multi-stage would be most useful if you had 
turbidity which we don't. I change the filter every year and a half to 2 years 
when the water flow slows down enough to be annoying.

It was expensive but the filter container and mount is stainless as is the 
spout on the sink, I don't think it'll never need replacing. I use discount CB6 
filters I find online, they all seem to be about the same.

-Curt


On Sunday, May 29, 2022, 04:30:03 PM EDT, Allan Streib via Mercedes  wrote: 






I've used a pitcher-type filter for a few years for drinking water and making 
coffee, etc. but thinking of installing an under-counter filter along the lines 
of this:

https://www.lowes.com/pd/A-O-Smith-Clean-Water-Filter-Dual-Stage-Carbon-Block-Under-Sink-Water-Filtration-System/1000562057

This would eliminate the pitchers sitting on the counter and seems more 
practical. A whole-house filter seems unnecessary, as nearly all the water we 
use for drinking and cooking comes from the kitchen sink.

Anyone using one you are happy with? Single stage? Double? Triple?

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Re: [MBZ] MB diesel education and advice

[MG via Mercedes]

You just need to be a bit more flexible as to 
having the structure where the panels need to be.


Then again it could be a matter of it being an 
eyesore and spoiling the view. I ended up thinking 
quite a bit before deciding to put mine where it is.


MG

Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
Yeah but not where the panels would need to be. It’s a conundrum 


--FT
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On May 30, 2022, at 2:13 PM, MG via Mercedes  wrote:

Don't you need a nice large roofed over area to keep your cars under?

When I did mine the cost of the 24x32 south angled solar support structure was 
included in the gov rebates. Also happens to keep the rain off the cars or any 
projects I am working on.

MG

Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

I have a philosophical aversion to making decisions based on tax credits or anything 
involving gummint "help."
A friend of mine was all excited a few weeks ago about getting solar panels on 
his roof, tax credits and all that. He is a world-class ecologist and ocean 
researcher so he is into the environmental aspects of the schemes.  Whatever.  
I popped by the other day to pick up something and he was lamenting the whole 
thing, the contractor (sourced through the electric company) was completely 
incompetent, etc. so he sent them on their way.  The whole thing is on hold.
Another buddy apparently has a system installed now and is waiting for a Tesla 
battery to provide some stand-alone capacity in the event of power outage.  I 
was over there recently but it was dark and I didn't see the install.
I have been thinking once I move to my more rural estate I might do some solar but it 
would likely require a solar "farm" i.e., free-standing panels on some racks or 
something because of the layout of the estate.  But then I think about a tank of fuel 
with a generator to run things and that seems a better deal.
--FT

On 5/27/22 12:55 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
This is my position. I’m more than wiling to “go green” if it makes good 
financial sense. At present and for the foreseeable future, it doesn’t. That’s 
whether it pertains to cars or stationary power systems.

-D


On May 27, 2022, at 12:51 PM, G Mann via Mercedes  wrote:

In the interest of a reality check on that thought, consider this.
1. Since you would not be able to do a grid tie to the solar panels, you
would not receive any government matching funds for purchase and install of
the solar rack. Your cost for a 10KW solar array would be, approx, $15,000.
2. You then need an enclosed and vented space for a battery bank [insert
cost per sq. ft of house area.]
3. You then need to purchase and maintain a battery bank. Estimated $8 to
$10,000, with cables and racks.
4. Now, a solar controller, to control battery bank charging and inverter
to control car charging. Estimate, $8 to $10,000 for that equipment.
Which gives rise to the question: "Does $8 per gallon for diesel sound so
bad in comparison, or are you truly committed to "Go Green via an EV"?

On Fri, May 27, 2022 at 7:20 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


Putting aside the environmental and international economic and security
issues associated with lithium batteries and PV panels, I like the idea of
a garage with PV panels to charge your car. Of course you would need
storage batteries in your garage to collect and store the electrons from
solar photons so you can charge your car at night. The whole process should
be on the order of maybe 8% efficient if you’re lucky.

--FT
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On May 27, 2022, at 4:31 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes <

mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

When I first heard of ZEVs, I thought "Oh, you mean Remote Emissions

Vehicles".

Mitch.


On 2022-05-26 17:24, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
And I don’t want to start the back and forth up, but the electricity
to charge those batteries has to come from somewhere, and it’s likely
generated using fossil fuels at present.
So the emissions are going to come from somewhere in the process, just
not from a tailpipe on the car in this case.


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Re: [MBZ] MB diesel education and advice

[MG via Mercedes]

Don't you need a nice large roofed over area to 
keep your cars under?


When I did mine the cost of the 24x32 south angled 
solar support structure was included in the gov 
rebates. Also happens to keep the rain off the 
cars or any projects I am working on.


MG

Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
I have a philosophical aversion to making decisions based on tax credits 
or anything involving gummint "help."


A friend of mine was all excited a few weeks ago about getting solar 
panels on his roof, tax credits and all that. He is a world-class 
ecologist and ocean researcher so he is into the environmental aspects 
of the schemes.  Whatever.  I popped by the other day to pick up 
something and he was lamenting the whole thing, the contractor (sourced 
through the electric company) was completely incompetent, etc. so he 
sent them on their way.  The whole thing is on hold.


Another buddy apparently has a system installed now and is waiting for a 
Tesla battery to provide some stand-alone capacity in the event of power 
outage.  I was over there recently but it was dark and I didn't see the 
install.


I have been thinking once I move to my more rural estate I might do some 
solar but it would likely require a solar "farm" i.e., free-standing 
panels on some racks or something because of the layout of the estate.  
But then I think about a tank of fuel with a generator to run things and 
that seems a better deal.


--FT

On 5/27/22 12:55 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
This is my position. I’m more than wiling to “go green” if it makes 
good financial sense. At present and for the foreseeable future, it 
doesn’t. That’s whether it pertains to cars or stationary power systems.


-D

On May 27, 2022, at 12:51 PM, G Mann via 
Mercedes  wrote:


In the interest of a reality check on that thought, consider this.
1. Since you would not be able to do a grid tie to the solar panels, you
would not receive any government matching funds for purchase and 
install of
the solar rack. Your cost for a 10KW solar array would be, approx, 
$15,000.

2. You then need an enclosed and vented space for a battery bank [insert
cost per sq. ft of house area.]
3. You then need to purchase and maintain a battery bank. Estimated 
$8 to

$10,000, with cables and racks.
4. Now, a solar controller, to control battery bank charging and 
inverter

to control car charging. Estimate, $8 to $10,000 for that equipment.
Which gives rise to the question: "Does $8 per gallon for diesel 
sound so

bad in comparison, or are you truly committed to "Go Green via an EV"?

On Fri, May 27, 2022 at 7:20 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


Putting aside the environmental and international economic and security
issues associated with lithium batteries and PV panels, I like the 
idea of

a garage with PV panels to charge your car. Of course you would need
storage batteries in your garage to collect and store the electrons 
from
solar photons so you can charge your car at night. The whole process 
should

be on the order of maybe 8% efficient if you’re lucky.

--FT
Sent from iFōn


On May 27, 2022, at 4:31 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes <

mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

When I first heard of ZEVs, I thought "Oh, you mean Remote Emissions

Vehicles".

Mitch.


On 2022-05-26 17:24, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
And I don’t want to start the back and forth up, but the electricity
to charge those batteries has to come from somewhere, and it’s likely
generated using fossil fuels at present.
So the emissions are going to come from somewhere in the process, 
just

not from a tailpipe on the car in this case.



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Re: [MBZ] Opinions on window tint

[MG via Mercedes]

Might want to look into the clear ceramic films. 
Heard about them a couple of years ago was said to 
work quite well though a bit more expensive that 
others.


I was quite skeptical about them until my SIL in 
Orlando had the windshield done on his new MB 
coupe. I didn't see any difference when I looked 
at it but I could feel the difference between 
holding my hand in the sun and then holding it in 
the car where the sun hit it through the 
windshield. At close to $200 just for the 
windshield I almost had the 300TD done but didn't 
like the price at all when I thought about the 
probable price for the whole car, what with the 
big windows around the back.


MG

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
What is everyone's opinion on window tint as far as brands?  Also, 
opinions on using it on older cars such as 123 etc?  My opinion is that 
it looks fine on anything 124 and newer for sure, I would include 126 in 
that.  I am on the line with 123 but I still think it is appropriate on 
that.  My thought anything 115 or older it is out of place.  What about 
116?  Not sure on that one.  Thoughts?  I am thinking about getting my 
99 tinted to see if it really makes a big difference in the summer 
time.   What is the general cost these days to get a car tinted?  I do 
not want something that looks like crap or turns purple in a few years.


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Re: [MBZ] 123/126 air cleaner bracket

[MG via Mercedes]

I have welded them before. They are galvanized so 
do it outside with the air moving away from you. I 
would also add an extra piece of metal across the 
break for a couple of inches as they tend to 
rebreak at the same point.


MG

Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:

I found a broken bracket in my piles of treasures and since my new welder 
arrived Friday and I have nascent skills it got me thinking…

I’m wondering if it is galvanized or something as there is no rust on it, or if 
it’s some metal that is not stick or mig weldable. Anyone know?

--FT
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Re: [MBZ] Pulling torque converter?

[MG via Mercedes]

Don't wait too long to get that TC off and stored 
with a tight cap over the neck to keep dirt and 
water out. If the cap doesn't cover the neck all 
the way down then put some grease on there to keep 
it from rusting. Heck even a baggie and rubber 
band will work for a short time.


Usually you don't want to pull the transmission 
without the TC still in it. That can cause bending 
problems on the input shaft. FOR SURE you do not 
want to try to install a transmission without 
putting the TC in the transmission first. Most 
cases you won't ever get the TC lined up and the 
transmission in place if the TC is bolted to the 
flex plate first. I've seen guys try it, bolt the 
transmission down tight when they think it's right 
and then wonder why they can't turn the engine 
over or why the transmission doesn't work any 
more, even after they take it all out and do it 
right. By then either the transmission or the TC 
insides are damaged.


MG

Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
so there are bolts somewhere accessible to get at the flex plate?  I've 
got the trans and bell housing off, it just slid out, I could not see 
anything holding the flywheel and the torque conv on unless there are 
some bolts behind (i.e., to the front of the engine) but I don't see how 
that would work. I'll study it a bit more and see if there are other 
hidden bolts somewhere.


--FT
On 10/24/21 3:41 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
Second that, Torque converter is bolted to the flex plate, which 
drives the

transmission, through the torque converter [fluid coupling, or "liquid
clutch"]. With the engine setting flat on the trailer, your access to 
those

bolts may be restricted.

On Sun, Oct 24, 2021 at 12:31 PM Jim Cathey via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Last time I worked on something like this, there were bolts holding 
the TC

to the flex plate
that was itself bolted to the crankshaft.  Accessed through a cutout in
the front housing.

-- Jim


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[MBZ] Test

[MG via Mercedes]

let's see if I get this from the list since I 
haven't gotten any mail in days.


MG

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[MBZ] Test

[MG via Mercedes]

I'm not getting any messages since the 19th. did 
the list crash?


Manfred

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Re: [MBZ] heavier 123 front springs

[MG via Mercedes]

Yes and 32-250  gives the lengths and resistance 
values for a whole bunch of the springs. The 
problem is that Mercedes does not have all of them 
available any more. It might be possible to have 
an aftermarket spring company build you the 
springs once you figure out which ones you want.


David Bruckmann via Mercedes wrote:

Job 32-010 in the W123 Chassis and Body Service Manual Vol 1 has a three-page 
chart for the permissible spring and shock absorber combinations.



On Jun 24, 2021, Karl Wittnebel wrote:

I decided to drive the 123 wagon with the motor swap. It is pretty great. I
put the cat back on to pass CARB. It is a euro wagon, so if it were not
motor swapped, there would be no way to license it here in CA, lacking as
it does a federal emissions sticker. With a 2006 motor it can be done, as
long as it conforms to stock tune and emissions specs for 2006. Which it
now does.

Adding the cat back cost some performance for sure. But it also made the
car far less stinky to drive. It now drives like any modern car, except
more torque. The exhaust gas recirculation seems very loud also when it is
on, which seems to be mostly when the car is cold for some reason. I think
it shuts the VNT vanes down tight to raise the EGP and shunt the exhaust
back through a cooler to the intake when the cat is cold.

Anyway, the front springs are a little light for the om648. The car is not
super low, but the suspension doesn't have enough travel up front, and oil
pan will hit a concrete parking stop if I drive up too close. I was
thinking of trying some 126 front springs. Anyone know if they are any
stiffer? Thanks.


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Re: [MBZ] OT part of an estate 1961 Austin Healey Bug Eye Sprite, $12, 345

[MG via Mercedes]

I very much doubt that as the little 4 banger has 
plenty of room around it. I don't know about how 
that would work with an MGC with the bigger 6 
cylinder it has. I have never looked under the 
hood of one of those though I did get a chance to 
drive one once a long time ago. Quite a nice 
sporty ride and it seemed a whole lot faster then 
the VW bus I was driving back then but then a lot 
of cars would be.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Back when I was in High School and toying with the idea of getting an
MGB, a friend told me you had to remove the driver's side fender to
change the oil filter. Not sure if that was right, but seems believable.

Allan

OK Don via Mercedes  writes:


Looks like you'd have to be under the dash to change spark plugs --- worse
than a Sunbeam Tiger!



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Re: [MBZ] OT: don't see these very often

[MG via Mercedes]

On the way to get here in June? In any case I'm 
not interested since the steering is on the wrong 
side.


Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:

Seems to be a lot of concern about the title. Is the vehicle actually in the US 
or Nippon?

--FT
Sent from iPhone


On May 28, 2021, at 10:19 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:



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Re: [MBZ] OT short ghia update

[MG via Mercedes]

Oh well that won't work then. We got rid of all 
the  bolt wheels with the bug.

Good luck.

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

4 bolts, 15" wheel.

The car has 165R15 tires on it currently, and I think they are from at
least 2005 so I'll probably need to replace them before I do any serious
driving. I can't find a DOT date code though. The brand is
Mastercraft. They have a lot of tread left.

I only see one option for replacement at tirerack, so it appears this is
not a common size these days.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Vredestein=Sprint+Classic=6HR5SC

Thanks,

Allan

MG  writes:

Is that the big 5 bolt pattern or the small 4 
bolt? I have an old 5 bolt from my long gone pickup.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

You may recall I picked up a Karmann Ghia last November. Not wanting to
subject it to any salt or winter it has been in the garage since then. I
got it out today and it started up and ran nicely. It ran pretty rough
in the driveway the few times I tried to run it during last winter so I
figured I'd need to clean out the carbs and give it a general tune up.

However it is running much better now. I added about 5g of fresh gas and
half a bottle of Techron but not sure that really made a difference.

It has a dual carb setup with Webers and I took a closer look and they
don't seem to have any choke mechanism at all. So that would explain the
rough running in the cold. I guess the car was set up as a summer
driver. Not sure if such a thing is commonplace?

I found in the documentation that with the rebuilt the prior
owner installed has a 9:1 compression ratio. So I guess I should
probably buy at least mid-grade gas for it? Or premium?

I also discovered some rust on the passenger side rear floorpan. Not
catastrophic but probably need to replace about a square foot of it. A
project for next winter. The rest of the car seems solid.

Need to track down an extra wheel for a spare tire, as that is
missing. Anyone know of a good Aircooled email list?

Allan


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Re: [MBZ] OT short ghia update

[MG via Mercedes]

Is that the big 5 bolt pattern or the small 4 
bolt? I have an old 5 bolt from my long gone pickup.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

You may recall I picked up a Karmann Ghia last November. Not wanting to
subject it to any salt or winter it has been in the garage since then. I
got it out today and it started up and ran nicely. It ran pretty rough
in the driveway the few times I tried to run it during last winter so I
figured I'd need to clean out the carbs and give it a general tune up.

However it is running much better now. I added about 5g of fresh gas and
half a bottle of Techron but not sure that really made a difference.

It has a dual carb setup with Webers and I took a closer look and they
don't seem to have any choke mechanism at all. So that would explain the
rough running in the cold. I guess the car was set up as a summer
driver. Not sure if such a thing is commonplace?

I found in the documentation that with the rebuilt the prior
owner installed has a 9:1 compression ratio. So I guess I should
probably buy at least mid-grade gas for it? Or premium?

I also discovered some rust on the passenger side rear floorpan. Not
catastrophic but probably need to replace about a square foot of it. A
project for next winter. The rest of the car seems solid.

Need to track down an extra wheel for a spare tire, as that is
missing. Anyone know of a good Aircooled email list?

Allan

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Re: [MBZ] New tool — worklight

[MG via Mercedes]

Magnet on the other side of the aluminum to 
attract the one on the lamp and hold it?


Craig via Mercedes wrote:

On Sat, 22 May 2021 15:03:04 -0400 Allan Streib via Mercedes
 wrote:


If you have a flat smooth surface maybe a good suction cup?

OK Don via Mercedes  writes:


They need to figure out how to stick them to aluminum --- the magnets
don't work under the instrument panel in the airplane!


Or maybe epoxy a thin strip of steel in the appropriate location?


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] �

[MG via Mercedes]

Since I couldn't see the pictures, this is just 
what I was thinking it could be, going by the 
description.


Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote:

https://youtu.be/s3bAWScMdjs


Rick

From: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: May 10, 2021 7:39 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: mi...@mitchellhaley.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] It�s not a bus but

That looks like somebody grafted a high front onto a small bumper pull
to make it into a fiver, and then somebody else came along and added a
tongue to make it back into a bumper pull.

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Re: [MBZ] It’s not a bus but

[MG via Mercedes]

I would love to see that but I never got the 
original email.


MG

Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:

That trailer is weird. Why does it have that part that looks like it is for a 
fifth wheel?  It’s not really big enough to be hooked up like that unless on a 
mini truck

--FT
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On May 10, 2021, at 8:07 PM, Rick Hawkins Java Letterpress Cycles Photon via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Folks

Here’s A new camper trailer I just bought ... I was going to tow it behind the 
Isuzu rollback ... I May sell it too. I really want a
13 foot one.  A friend was selling it in bat cave NC  needs some floor 
work, but may be worth $12k after that ... I’m cleaning it up and improving it 
 highly desirable now ... I paid 4.6k which is too much, but a good buy in 
today’s market

Still working on painting and cleaning up windshield hole on dodge sprinter ... 
windshield was falling out  I had some window guys remove it and they will 
reinstall it when I am ready

Xx rick







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Re: [MBZ] OT: Driveway alarm

[MG via Mercedes]

On this one you can set the sensing to exclude 
smaller animals. I don't mind the batteries since 
the drive is overhung with trees so based on all 
the other items I have that are solar and don't 
work in the shade after a few days I'm happy with 
what I have, especially since I have all those 
trees between the house and the gate. The second 
one works just as good at over 1000 feet also 
through trees. With the cheaper units I found that 
those trees cut a lot of signal.


Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

On 2021-04-27 09:30, MG via Mercedes wrote:

Oh forgot to mention, they have a vehicle only sensor which you bury
in the ground. I didn't get that because it won't sense people walking
up the drive. I'm willing to put up with the alerts from deer that
wander by there, it helps with knowing when to go hunting
don't-cha-know.


I've had deer in the front yard and deer in the back yard, but never saw 
deer tracks in the driveway anywhere near the house.

So I'm hoping the deer don't wake me up in the night.
Mom's alarm goes off when a cat walks up the driveway.
HF special, first one lasted a year or two, second one going strong 
after more than ten years. I mighjt have bought one but I don't want to 
mess with batteries.

https://harborfreight.com/wireless-driveway-alert-system-93068.html

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Re: [MBZ] OT: Driveway alarm

[MG via Mercedes]

Oh forgot to mention, they have a vehicle only 
sensor which you bury in the ground. I didn't get 
that because it won't sense people walking up the 
drive. I'm willing to put up with the alerts from 
deer that wander by there, it helps with knowing 
when to go hunting don't-cha-know.


Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

Floyd could use one of these if it really works from 1/2 mile away.

Had a surprise visitor at 8:30 this morning, not somebody I'd want 
snooping around my house. Would have been nice if I'd known he was here 
before he got out of his SUV. Would have been nice if he'd shut the 
door, started his SUV and left when I sent him packing. Decided I need 
to know if he comes back in the middle of the night, so I ordered this, 
seems pretty cheap at $42 for two transmitters and no disposable 
batteries. The 3 camels say it's never been under $50 (but how's that 
work when it's under $50 right now?).


https://smile.amazon.com/Driveway-System-Up-Adjustable-Sensitivities-Fully-Weatherproof/dp/B08F3BWLYY 



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Re: [MBZ] OT: Driveway alarm

[MG via Mercedes]

In 2010 I bought this setup as well as another 
sensor and the handheld portable receiver. That 
way when I am out and about in the yard, 42ac, I 
have communication with the house. I replace the 
batteries once a year before it gets cold and it 
still works flawlessly. Well except for the few 
times when I have to clear out the wasp nests in 
the detector cone which is a problem you will have 
with any detector.


https://smile.amazon.com/Dakota-Alert-MURS-Detection-Kit/dp/B00FJ9S0W2/ref=sr_1_23?dchild=1=dakota+mars+alert=1619528685=electronics=1-23

I have bought a couple of other less expensive 
items before that promised up to 1/2 miles 
reception but delivered less then 200 feet.


Can't say enough good things about that Dakota system.

Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

Floyd could use one of these if it really works from 1/2 mile away.

Had a surprise visitor at 8:30 this morning, not somebody I'd want 
snooping around my house. Would have been nice if I'd known he was here 
before he got out of his SUV. Would have been nice if he'd shut the 
door, started his SUV and left when I sent him packing. Decided I need 
to know if he comes back in the middle of the night, so I ordered this, 
seems pretty cheap at $42 for two transmitters and no disposable 
batteries. The 3 camels say it's never been under $50 (but how's that 
work when it's under $50 right now?).


https://smile.amazon.com/Driveway-System-Up-Adjustable-Sensitivities-Fully-Weatherproof/dp/B08F3BWLYY 



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[MBZ] OT country Preacher's son

[MG via Mercedes]

A little light humor

An old country preacher had a teenage son, and it 
was getting time the boy should give some thought 
to choosing a profession. Like many young men his 
age, the boy didn't really know what he wanted to 
do, and he didn't seem too concerned about it. One 
day, while the boy was away at school, his father 
decided to try an experiment. He went into the 
boy's room and placed on his study table four objects:


1. Bible

2. Silver Dollar

3. Bottle of Whiskey

4. Playboy magazine

"I'll just hide behind the door", the old preacher 
said to himself. "When he comes home from school 
today, I'll see which object he picks up."


"If it's the Bible, he's going to be a preacher 
like me, and what a blessing that would be !"


"If he picks up the dollar, he's going to be a 
business man, and that would be okay, too."


"But if he picks up the bottle, he's going to be a 
no-good drunken bum, and Lord, what a shame that 
would be."


"And worst of all if he picks up that magazine 
he's going to be a skirt-chasing womanizer."






The old man waited anxiously, and soon heard his 
son's footsteps as he entered the house whistling 
and heading for his room. The boy tossed his books 
on the bed, and as he turned to leave the room, he 
spotted the objects on the table. With curiosity 
in his eye, he walked over to inspect them.


Finally, he picked up the Bible and placed it 
under his arm.


He picked up the silver dollar and dropped into 
his pocket


He uncorked the bottle and took a big drink, while 
he admired the magazine's centerfold.


"Lord have mercy", the old preacher disgustedly 
whispered, "He's going into politics!!"




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Re: [MBZ] Sort of OT Car totals

[MG via Mercedes]

You can see some of them but others are 
under shed roofs. The CD and a D and an 
SD that is a parts car can be seen as 
well as 2 of the Chevy vans  and a white 
Jeep that I still have can be seen. Oh I 
forgot the old 71 Chevy dump truck that 
you probably won't be able to see 
because of trees.
Probably will see my white TD that is my 
daily driver.


Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

On 2021-01-31 08:01, MG via Mercedes wrote:


Still have 18 of them. I really need to haul some to the junkyard.


Can we see your cars from outer space, or just the runway?

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Re: [MBZ] Sort of OT Car totals

[MG via Mercedes]

VW: 5
Ford: 2
Chevy: 3
Dodge: 1
Jaguar: 3
Jeep: 2
Toyota: 2
MB: 8 --3-83 300TD
2-83 300D
1-81 300SD
1-84 300SD
		1-83 300CD For sale ready to restore 
with new floors and some new body 
panels. Offers?


Still have 18 of them. I really need to 
haul some to the junkyard.


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Re: [MBZ] And the price keeps dropping...

[MG via Mercedes]

We got ours Thursday.

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

What stimulus checks? I haven't gotten anything.


Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:


Wonder why stimulus checks haven’t bought this car yet?

https://tampa.craigslist.org/psc/cto/d/palm-harbor-2003-mercedes-e320/7259288771.html 


He keeps dropping the price. Looks decent from what I can see. Too bad I’m not 
in the market, I would look at it otherwise.

-D


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Re: [MBZ] 4X4 Niss-Cedes

[MG via Mercedes]

I love our old  03 Tacoma. It has the 
cyl with over 5K miles and no leaks. The 
AC even works without any refills yet. 
The only thing is that it gets about 20 
mpg. The new one a TRD Sport with the 6 
cyl gets 25 and better on the road so 
that is the one we use the most for 
trips to Orlando and such.


MG

Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

Allan,

How do you like your Nissan Frontier?

I ask because I’ve always wanted a small pickup truck for utility purposes, and 
the Frontier was always my first choice. I’ve yet to follow through on this, 
but as I near retirement I will probably pull the trigger.

-D


On Dec 29, 2020, at 9:57 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes  
wrote:

I've thought about putting an OM617 in my '04 Nissan Frontier. It has a
5-speed manual and the gearing seems about right. But the factory V6 is
running perfectly, the biggest issue with the vehicle is rust.

Allan

Kevin Kraly via Mercedes  writes:


Here’s some competition for the Mazcedes

https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/battle-ground-4x4-nissan-turbo-diesel/7254177424.html


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Re: [MBZ] Somebody needs this

[MG via Mercedes]

I've seen those on trucks that haul dump 
trailers.


Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
What is that big tank thing in back?  Hydraulic fluid?  This looks like 
something used to drag trailers around a yard, not really a road-going 
truck


--FT

On 12/7/20 8:26 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

On 2020-12-06 22:43, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:

What’s a “wet kit”?


Something you typically see only in trucks.
Oh, it is a medium duty truck.
In that case, a wet kit is a PTO driven hydraulic system, like for 
running a tilt bed.


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Re: [MBZ] Rental house update

[MG via Mercedes]

I hate to be a downer but if he suddenly 
finds out that his company isn't 
relocating and he wants you to send his 
money back YOU MIGHT WANT TO WAIT 
TILL A MONTH AFTER HIS CHECKS CLEAR.


Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:

On 27/10/2020 2:57 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Aside for some small deals such as replacing some outlet covers the 
house is ready to go. Had some interest then nothing. Last couple of 
days we had a flurry of responses. Guy we decided to go with is 
relocating here due to work from Oregon. Everything checks out with 
him and he will be sending us the signed lease and cashiers check 
overnight for first month rent and deposit. This is a sight unseen 
deal. First for us but I guess this sort of thing is common with 
people relocating for work. Guy says he will be here for at least a 
year. My thought is usually with relo with companies if they do leave 
early I suspect the company buys them out of their current lease. Or 
so I have heard. We offered them a walk thru video but they didn’t 
need it.



So, he has not seen the house, but you have not seen him either? What do 
you mean by "everything checks out with him"?  Did you get any 
references? Do a credit check on him? Check with his "company" to see if 
he exists and is being transferred out your way? Ask if he has dogs he 
is bringing with?


Given all of your past troubles with tenants, I should think you might 
be more careful. It strikes me as odd that he didn't care to see what it 
looks like.


RB


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Re: [MBZ] A New Oil Specification for GDI Engines

[MG via Mercedes]

If the hose is cut couldn't you just stick the little straw from 
an ether spray can into the hose that goes into the manifold and 
give it a shot there?


Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote:

 That same engine is in a Pisten Bully PB200, ours actually has an OM352LA 
(turbo/intercooled). It also has the ether injector but ours has the hose cut. 
Is liquid ether available? It'd be awesome to have it working again and not 
have to pull the air cleaner to give it a little snort.
-Curt

On Sunday, October 4, 2020, 10:09:14 AM EDT, Jim Cathey via Mercedes  wrote:  
 
 > Engines have had DDI, Diesel Direct Injection, for quite a while, as

well as DII, Diesel Indirect Injection, ala  Benz OM engines of all
sorts.


The OM352, as used in Unimogs and trucks, is DDI.  You can use
starting fluid on them.  My Mog even has a dash-mount pump for
starting fluid!  (And no glow plugs.)

GDI, if working right, should have better fuel economy.  This is because
the entire charge doesn't have to be mixed at the stoichiometric ratio in
order to prevent detonation.  Same benefit as for diesel engines.

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] A New Oil Specification for GDI Engines

[MG via Mercedes]

That would explain it. I had myself worried that I'd missed 
something.
Would be nice if our new Toy had that setup. Instead I'm told 
that they do something at idle to help clean the carbon off the 
injectors.


Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote:

Ignition.  It's Sunday and I'm a quart low on coffee

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Re: [MBZ] A New Oil Specification for GDI Engines

[MG via Mercedes]

Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote:



Daimler "fixed" that in the aero engines (and the original 300 Gullwing) by 
putting the injector in the cylinder wall so it was covered by the piston during 
injection.  Very expensive.



Did you possibly mean "ignition" rather then "injection"?

Can't see how the injector being covered by the piston during 
injection is going to work very well.



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Re: [MBZ] Headlight polishing

[MG via Mercedes]

I have also heard of some who used the newer ceramic polishes for 
the paint on a car. Can't remember which one but a search on you 
tube will turn up quite a few ways to go about it.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

In one of the blog posts I read about this subject, the author used
urethane spar varnish as a clear coat on his refinished plastic
headlights. Claims it stays clear and stops/slows further UV
damage. Using the Focus as a testbed, I might try it on one light and
use 303 on the other light and see how they compare over time.

Allan


Dan Penoff via Mercedes  writes:


Headlight film, such as Lamin-X, won’t prevent UV degradation, but it will slow 
it down. I don’t use it on my plastic lensed cars, but I do on the ones with 
glass lenses, as it eliminates things like “sandblasting” that occur over time.

Good stuff, I highly recommend.

-D


On Sep 30, 2020, at 12:21 AM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes 
 wrote:

Headlight protection film or the glass lenses?  


I've not used any, should show up in a google search though.

Glass lenses are better if you can find them for your vehicle.



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Re: [MBZ] California is banning sales of new gas-powered cars by 2035.

[MG via Mercedes]

I have 8 and they are all plastic. Only one showed a leak 
previous to my ownership.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Mitch Haley via Mercedes  writes:


Did the W123 have mechanical oil gauge its entire life?


My '83 300D does, and IIRC the line is steel not plastic.

Allan

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Re: [MBZ] 1991 350SDL Vacuum pump

[MG via Mercedes]

If this is the same system as the one on my daughter's SD, the 
pump locks and unlocks both the doors and the gas door. So if the 
doors lock and unlock then the pump is not your problem.



If the tubing is good then the next place to look is the air pod 
for the gas door, or there could also be a bend in the rod that 
may be causing friction so the pod is unable to move the rod.




Patrick Atuonah via Mercedes wrote:

Thanks to Dan for your suggestion. I managed to open the fuel door.

The re is no air leak anywhere in the tubing as Max mentioned. I am
suspecting the vacuum pump in the trunk has gone south.

Anyone have a good vacuum pump laying around? This model has an orthopedic
driver's seat.
PM me if you have one.

Thanks for your help

Patrick
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Re: [MBZ] OT: replace fan on video card?

[MG via Mercedes]

The river of warrior women will also have them.

Sometimes they have 4 little screws in the corners that go into 
the fins on the heat sink to hold them on.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

My computer has an older video card, this one specifically:

https://www.techpowerup.com/gpu-specs/radeon-hd-7470-oem.c299

The cooling fan no longer works. When the GPU gets too hot, the screen
goes black and the computer locks up hard.

Seems like it should be straigtforward to replace the fan. Anyone got
good ideas for where to find a compatible one?

Allan


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Re: [MBZ] Highest Mileage MB You’ve Owned

[MG via Mercedes]

330K and counting 83 300TD. Still going strong.

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
The 330k mile CDI I got from poos is the highest mile car I have had that I have driven. I do have a 450k mile SDL sitting in the back 40 I got from Curley years ago. 


Sent from my iPhone


On Sep 11, 2020, at 8:30 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes  
wrote:

478K miles, 1977 240D, manual

Bob R

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Re: [MBZ] Long distance car deals

[MG via Mercedes]

You are just too nice a person to ever think like that.

Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:

Diabolical! Why didn't I think of that?

On Tue, Aug 18, 2020, 6:57 PM MG via Mercedes  wrote:


Tell him to show up with cash and he will get the car and title.

What he wants sounds like enough to register the car in his name
and then send the cops to claim it.

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

I got some dude off benzworld wanting to buy my cab. He says he wants to

wire me the money but wants a copy of the registration, and my ID. I have
had people wire money before on cars but don’t recall them needing this.
Does this sound fishy?

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Re: [MBZ] Long distance car deals

[MG via Mercedes]

Tell him to show up with cash and he will get the car and title.

What he wants sounds like enough to register the car in his name 
and then send the cops to claim it.


Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

I got some dude off benzworld wanting to buy my cab. He says he wants to wire 
me the money but wants a copy of the registration, and my ID. I have had people 
wire money before on cars but don’t recall them needing this. Does this sound 
fishy?

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Re: [MBZ] cheap 240D 4spd

[MG via Mercedes]

That's the ones made for the clown cars!

Craig via Mercedes wrote:

On Sun, 9 Aug 2020 14:37:36 -0400 Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
 wrote:


https://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/d/cary-1981-mercedes-240d/7174281797.html


   Good little diesel project going for cheap
   145,000 original miles
   Fresh set of Barnum Tires
   Runs rides and stops, just rough around the edges.
   This is the 4 speed manual version.
   Comes with a huge tub of parts including trim, gaskets, filters, clutch
   plates, and a New Old Stock AC compressor


Barnum Tires? As in Barnum and Bailey?


Craig

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Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Samsung refrigerators

[MG via Mercedes]

We have a warm water one at the club. Warm being at least 120deg. 
It is a small (for a restaurant unit) 1 rack unit and runs on 110 
but it's not for home use being 36x36x72 inch (wxdxh).
Like Scott says it is noisy and fast at about 90 sec per cycle 
but dishes do need to be pre rinsed and scrubbed of any stuck on 
food as this is more or less just a sanitizer even though it is 
called a dishwasher.


Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
How do you hook one of those up in your house?  That would be 
interesting.  So restaurants go out of business so they probably file 
bankruptcy on that business, then start a new business and buy their old 
equipment for pennies on the dollar?  That is the American way isn't?


On 7/12/2020 8:12 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes wrote:
Faster than that, like 1 min per rack.  And the whole rack (usually 
plastic) lifts out to carry the clean load to the shelves or pre-load 
for the next cycle.  There are warm water and hot water vesions.  The 
warm water version requires a disinfectant.  The hot water types are 
so hot that no additive is needed but they put out a LOT of steam.



-Original Message-
From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of
Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2020 3:06 PM
To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' 
Cc: Greg Fiorentino 
Subject: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: Samsung refrigerators

I think the only fast dishwashers today are commercial ones. My 
cousin is in

the restaurant biz and often attends the frequent going out of business
auctions. At one of these he bought a bunch of commercial dishwashers 
that
complete the cycle in 15-20 min. He has one in his home. I went along 
on one
of these trips and learned some interesting stuff, like that some of 
the stuff
was being purchased by the principals of the restaurants that went 
out of

business, going into a new business.

Greg

-Original Message-
From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of
Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Sent: Sunday, July 12, 2020 11:05 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Cc: Kaleb Striplin
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Samsung refrigerators

I think all dishwashers these days take that long or longer due to 
conservation
etc. We had a fairly recent Maytag that we bought 5 years ago they 
took 3-4
hours on the heavy duty cycle. The Bosch we have now takes a little 
under 3

hours on heavy duty.

Sent from my iPhone


On Jul 12, 2020, at 12:46 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes

 wrote:

On the subject of dishwashers, our beloved 2006 KithcenAid is acting
like it will give up the ghost any day soon.  Makes an embarrassingly
loud noise during its cycle, although the dishes still emerge 
sparklingly clean.


Price on a comparable replacement KitchenAid has risen to $850 and up,
so I have been looking at Bosch, Samsung, GE and Whirlpool models with
a third rack that are in my price range.

Had a Bosch dw in the old house and it was very quiet but the cycle
took 2+ hours which is way too long.  Don't know if they have solved
that problem by now.  Samsung has the best features but I have heard 
some

bad things.





On Sun, Jul 12, 2020 at 1:33 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

I've never had great luck with ice makers. Mostly they clog up and
stop working. The ice maker in my GE started leaking, ruined the
floor and stained the ceiling below before I noticed it. That was
about a year after the in-door water dispenser quit. Design flaw,
they routed the water line too close to the interior and it is 
prone to

freezing up.

Allan

Floyd Thursby via Mercedes  writes:


I have one like that too. Bottom ice maker quit working, called
repair (I bought extended warranty from Lowes), guy came and changed
the filler tube, which froze and burst. some cheap plastic bit.
Bottom ice maker works when it wants to, has been working OK for the
last few months but doesn't put out like it should. I have to
occasionally reset it when it quits cycling. So far temps have been
OK. Repair guy told me that most new fridges are PsOS due to energy
savings issues, the motors run full out when they run, and they
cycle more often, which burns them out more frequently than the old
ones that were big and just ran.

--FT

On 7/12/20 11:08 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Avoid Samsung refrigerators. They are piles of crap. We bought a
new expensive french door model back in around 2017. The reason we
went with this model was because it had an ice maker in the door
and one in the bottom freezer. At first everything was fine but
within a short time the top ice maker turned into a pile of junk.
It constantly freezes up with big chunks of ice and gets jammed.
90% of the time it does not work unless you thaw it out then it
will work for a day or 2 maybe. Bottom ice maker has always 
worked fine.


I am sitting here in my chair in the living room which is just
right behind the refrigerator on the other side of the wall (open
floor plan), heard 

Re: [MBZ] Turbo Diesal, very good on gas. Duel DVD players

[MG via Mercedes]

My diesels don't do so good on gas. Maybe I need to get one of 
these new diesels.


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

FYI -- (not mine)

I am selling a very Nice Mercedes ALL WHEEL DRIVE!
It is a Turbo Diesal Bluetech with only 88,000 miles.
Very Good on gas 24MPG
Fully Loaded with all power options and remote start!!
Back up camera!
Duel DVD players in the rear.
Towing package.
Ice cold ac!
Heated seats!
This Mercedes has to many options to list!!
Just come see for yourself.

LOCATED INDIANAPOLIS IN

12,500$

https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapolis-mercedes-gl320-awd-88k/7156624010.html

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Re: [MBZ] So basically it is airborne and anything less than a N95 is a waste of time?

[MG via Mercedes]

It is possible that is what he meant but what confused me was 
that he said

===
If it matters, my filters are all in the cold air return grates, 
not in the air handler.


-D
===
Since I consider that what returns to the air handler is warm 
air, the mention of cold air return confused me. Mind you 
something not very hard to do. ;-)


MG

Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote:

On Fri, July 10, 2020 8:04 am, MG via Mercedes wrote:

Because the dust will probably catch on the interior of the
supply duct before it even gets to any filters that may be in the room
supply vents.


I think Dan said they're in the room return vents.
(in HVAC speak, supply is what comes out of the heating/cooling appliance
and return is what goes into it)

If you see a reduction of dust accumulation in the living area, the dust
is going somewhere.
If the device is downstream of the existing filters it's not going into
the filters.
Therefore the supply duct walls are a likely suspect.

Mitch.

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Re: [MBZ] So basically it is airborne and anything less than a N95 is a waste of time?

[MG via Mercedes]

Because the dust will probably catch on the interior of the 
supply duct before it even gets to any filters that may be in the 
room supply vents.


MG

Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote:

"the charged plasma induces particles to coagulate or stick together making
them bigger and easier for your filter to catch"


And to complete the sentence: "... assuming they ever make it around through the
room and into the filter, which they won't."

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] So basically it is airborne and anything less than a N95 is a waste of time?

[MG via Mercedes]

So wouldn't it make more sense to have that device in the return 
air flow before the air gets to the filter into the air handler? 
 But then that depends on where your filter is. In my system I 
have two filters, the first is in the return duct grill before 
the air and dust in the house gets into the intake duct and then 
another one before the air handler, so in that case this plasma 
device would be between the two filters so that the dust that has 
coagulated doesn't get into the evaporator fins to eventually 
clog it up.


I may have to get one of these.

MG

OK Don via Mercedes wrote:

From the web site:
"the charged plasma induces particles to coagulate or stick together making
them bigger and easier for your filter to catch"

On Thu, Jul 9, 2020 at 8:12 AM Jim Cathey via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:


I noticed a lot less dust collecting on surfaces

So, where _did_ the dust end up?  On the walls of the ducts?

-- Jim


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Re: [MBZ] w123 2.88 diff anyone?

[MG via Mercedes]

Here is the list that I found. Note that probably the diff from a 
second gen 126 will not bolt into a 123 but the 85 126 will work 
in the 123. So you have 4 vehicles as donors, the 123 300d, 300cd 
and 300td and the 126 300sd. All of those are 85's.


Compatibility

Different final drives

The differential is the same on a w1114, w115, w116, w123 and 
w126 (first generation) a first generation w126 diff will fit on 
a w114,but wont fit on a 1986 w126.


If you are switching to a final drive from a v8 to a car without 
v8, you have to switch the yoke, and with that the “spacer washer”.

Final drive gear ratios
R107

1st Generation mounting
1972-1980, 350 SL/SLC, M116, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1973-1980, 450 SL/SLC, M117, 2.65 / 3.06, 1.3 Liter
1981-1985, 380 SL, M116, 2.47, 1.3 Liter
1981-1982, 380SLC, M116, 2.47, 1.3 Liter
2nd Generation mounting
1986–1989, 560SL, M117, 2.47 / 2.47 ASR / 2.47 LSD, 1.3 Liter
w114

1968-1976, 230, M180, 3.69 / 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1968-1972, 250, M114, 3.69 / 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1972-1976, 250, M130, 3.69 / 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1969-1976, 250C/CE, M130, 3.69 / 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1972-1976, 280/E, M110, 3.69 / 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1972-1976, 280C/CE, M110, 3.69 / 3.92, 1.1 Liter
w115

1968–1976, 200, M121, 3.92 / 4.08, 1.1 Liter
1968–1976, 200D, OM615, 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1968–1973, 220, M115, 3.92 / 4.08, 1.1 Liter
1968–1976, 220D, OM615.941, 3.92, 1.1 Liter
1973–1976, 230.4, M115, 3.69, 1.1 Liter
1973–1976, 240D, OM616.916, 3.69, 1.1 Liter
1974–1976, 240D 3.0/300D, OM617.910, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
w116

1973–1980, 280S/280SE/280SEL, M110, 3.69, 1.1 Liter
1973–1980, 350SE/350SEL, M116, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1973–1980, 450SE, M117, 3.06 / 3.07, 1.3 Liter
1973–1980, 450SEL, M117, 2.65 / 3.06 / 3.07, 1.3 Liter
1975–1980, 450SEL 6.9, M100, 2.65 LSD, 1.3 Liter
1978–1980, 300SD, OM617.950, 3.07, 1.1 Liter
w123

1977–1978, 230, M115, 3.69 (3.58) 1.1 Liter
1977–1983, 240D, OM616.912, 3.69, 1.1 Liter
1977–1981, 280E/280CE M110, 3.58, 1.1 Liter
1977–1985, 300D, OM617.912, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1979–1980, 300TD, OM617.912, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1981-1984, 300TD, OM617.952, 3.07, 1.1 Liter
1982-1984, 300DT, OM617.952, 3.07, 1.1 Liter
1982–1984, 300CD, OM617.952, 3.07, 1.1 Liter
1985, 300TD, OM617.952, 2.88, 1.1 Liter
1985, 300D, OM617.952, 2.88, 1.1 Liter
1985, 300CD, OM617.952, 2.88, 1.1 Liter
Euro Spec w123

1981-1985, 300TD, OM617.912, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1982-1985, 300D, OM617.912, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1982–1985, 300CD, OM617.912, 3.46, 1.1 Liter
1978–1985, 240TD, OM616.912, 3.69, 1.1 Liter
1978–1985, 280TE, M110, 3.58, 1.1 Liter
w126
1st Generation w126

Years,Model, Engine, Differential Ratio, Differential Case Size

1981-1984, 300 SD, OM617.951 3.0L I5, 3.07, from 10.1984: 2.88, 
1.1 Liter

1985, 300 SD, OM617.951 3.0L I5, 2.88, 1.1 Liter
1984-1985, 380 SE+SEL, M116.963 3.8L V8, 3.27,  from 1981-10, 
2.47, 1.3 Liter

1982-1983, 380 SEC, M116.963 3.8L V8, 2.47, 1.3 Liter
1984-1985, 500 SE+SEL, M117.963 5.0L V8, 2.82, from 1981-10, 
2.24, 1.3 Liter

1984-1985, 500 SEC, M117.963 5.0L V8, 2.24/2.24 LSD (2.47?) 1.3 Liter
2nd Generation w126

Years, Model, Engine, Differential Ratio, Differential Case Size
1989-1991, 300 SE, M103.981 3.0L I6, 3.46 1 Liter
1988-1991, 300 SEL, M103.981 3.0L I6, 3.46, 1 Liter
1986-1987, 300 SDL, OM603.961 3.0L I6, 2.88, 1.1 Liter
1991, 350 SD, OM603.97 3.5L I6, 2.82, 1.3 Liter
1990-1991, 350 SDL, OM603.97 3.5L I6, 2.82, 1.3 Liter
1986-1991, 420 SEL, M116.965 4.2L V8, 2.47, 1.3 Liter
1986-1991, 560 SEL, M117.968 5.6L V8, 2.47 ASR/2.47, 1.3 Liter
1986-1991, 560 SEC, M117.968 5.6L V8, 2.47 ASR/2.47 LSD/2.47, 1.3 
Liter


MG


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Re: [MBZ] Happy 220D engine day

[MG via Mercedes]

We are driving our OM617 down to Orlando on 6/17. That 
is a 240 mile round trip. Not a very large distance but 
it will get it out to stretch it's legs.


MG

Kevin Kraly via Mercedes wrote:

May your OM615 run well on this 6/15!
Kevin in Hillsboro, OR
2019 Sprinter 12 passenger 144WB 875 miles, Low Mileage Lutgard AKA Der 
DoodleWagen
1982 240D, High Mileage Hildegard with a low mileage engine, no new news 


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Re: [MBZ] URO w124 grille

[MG via Mercedes]

Not me. I would give anyone at least $500 for a good 
clean rustfree 300TD. As long as the AC and everything 
else works.


MG

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Who among us is cheap?

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On May 30, 2020, at 5:53 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes  
wrote:

Not easy to find, and often pricey. People will see the OE prices and try to 
price used accordingly.

And because some of us are cheap.

-D


On May 29, 2020, at 10:52 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes 
 wrote:

So why didn't either of you buy a good used OE grille?


On Fri, May 29, 2020 at 9:48 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

To be honest, the fit is not terrible, better than the one on my w123. The
biggest issue I have with these grilles is that they rust. This car will be
driven in the winter so it could be a problem, whereas the w123 never sees
salt so much less of an issue.

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On May 29, 2020, at 9:01 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes <

mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

I must confess that I bought one of their W124 grilles in an effort to

be frugal a few years ago when I had the 93 400E. It never made it on the
car, I tossed it. The badge opening was not punched out properly as yours,
and the angle of the grille from the centerline was not correct, either, so
it didn’t match the hood line properly, either.

Live and learn, I guess. It just confirmed that everything they make is

garbage. I’ve learned my lesson. I totally understand your position,
though. Better an ill fitting grille frame than none at all.

-D





On May 29, 2020, at 8:51 PM, Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes <

mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

I replaced the grille on my (formerly Dwight’s) 300D 2.5 Turbo with an

aftermarket uro grill made in Taiwan ( I know, I know, could not justify
$700 for OE if it exists even). The hole that accepts the star was too
small so I had to grind it wider with a dremel. Aside from that it fit ok
and looks nice. I will expect to start seeing rust within a year because
that’s what the aftermarket grilles do! I will just keep polishing and
waxing it as best as I can.

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Re: [MBZ] 240D rehab/clutch

[MG via Mercedes]

If the car hasn't been used for a long time it may be 
that the disk is rusted to the flywheel. That has 
happened more then once on some cars I have had.


If you can start it in gear you should be able to break 
it loose by sudden acceleration deceleration while 
holding the clutch down.


MG

Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:
Yea but in this case noting does happen, can’t shift it into gear. 


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On May 16, 2020, at 5:02 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes 
 wrote:

When the clutches are really good, pressing the pedal does feel like
nothing is connected.  If the pedal comes back up when you push it down,
that’s a really good sign.

Jaime



On Sat, May 16, 2020 at 5:07 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Got this 81 240D moved into the shop and jacked up. I examined the
underside and discovered it’s going to need all the typical 123 front end
work. Will need ball joints, tie rods, and control arm bushings for sure.
Have not looked at the upper control arms yet. Basically I probably need to
just redo the entire front end. Also needs at least a front flex disk and
center support. Moved on to the clutch. I hooked my pressure bleeder up to
the brake reservoir then opened the bleeder on the slave cylinder and got a
good steady stream of fluid out, no bubbles. Let it run for a while. Does
this mean my issue is not air on the system? When pressing the clutch it
pushed down and comes right back up but does not feel like it is actually
doing doing anything. I pulled the under dash cover and nothing is
disconnected there. How do I go about figuring out what the actual issue is
as far as if it’s a master cylinder issue, slave cylinder or something else?

I want to get the clutch fixed first so I can at least move the car
around. After I do that the next priority is getting the lift going because
I do not want to do all this front end and driveshaft working laying on my
back under the car. Screw that.

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Re: [MBZ] Sticking my neck out

[MG via Mercedes]

I'm with you. I read almost all the emails and those 
that don't interest me at the first few words get the 
trash bag.


MG

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

I like seeing the pointers to cars for sale, because I don't use
Facebook nor do I have the time to browse craigslist, copart, hemmings,
eBay, et. al. in their hundreds of locales.

I also like knowing whether people think something is priced high, low,
or about right. I don't have a barometer on that myself. Though
admittedly with an older car it's much more about the condition and
history of the specific example than it is about age or mileage alone.

I get a laugh out of some of them too, such as the recent "made for
Audubon."

I don't know about everyone else but I very often skip dozens of emails
just based on the subject. With the lockdown I'm reading the list a bit
more, but earlier this year I would maybe open about 10% of the emails.

Maybe those of us who don't want to see these can set up a filter in our
own email account to put them in a separate folder or auto-trash them or
whatever.

Allan

Randy Bennell via Mercedes  writes:

OK, I am sticking my neck out here because I am going to complain about 
the list.


It is really going downhill and if this continues we will fade away.

I am tired of reading about how people think that anyone offering an old 
Mercedes for sale is on crack.


There is very little point in posting all of these ads for cars that we 
will likely never buy.


If you want to advise us of a car for sale, just tell us about it and 
post the link. We don't need to know that you think the vendor is on drugs.


We can form our own opinions on the subject.

Let us get back to the real original intention of this list.

Tell us about your car(s). Good or bad. Issues you have or have had and 
repaired.


Trips you have taken with them. Tell us stories.

Go off topic if you have something else interesting to share. Curt's 
Coleman stories are a good example.


Some of you are no doubt interested in other things. Don and his 
aircraft are an example.


RB




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Re: [MBZ] Sticking my neck out

[MG via Mercedes]

That's true I have only 330k or so now. My wife's 
Tacoma has over 360 and doesn't leak anywhere.


Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:

On 14/05/2020 4:38 PM, MG via Mercedes wrote:
Well the past couple of months my 83 TD has been running exceptionally 
well.
Could it be because of a much higher quality of fuel then we have been 
getting?


How many miles on it? Maybe you finally have it broken in.

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Re: [MBZ] Sticking my neck out

[MG via Mercedes]

Well the past couple of months my 83 TD has been 
running exceptionally well.
Could it be because of a much higher quality of 
fuel then we have been getting?


Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote:
OK, I am sticking my neck out here because I am going to complain about 
the list.


It is really going downhill and if this continues we will fade away.

I am tired of reading about how people think that anyone offering an old 
Mercedes for sale is on crack.


There is very little point in posting all of these ads for cars that we 
will likely never buy.


If you want to advise us of a car for sale, just tell us about it and 
post the link. We don't need to know that you think the vendor is on drugs.


We can form our own opinions on the subject.

Let us get back to the real original intention of this list.

Tell us about your car(s). Good or bad. Issues you have or have had and 
repaired.


Trips you have taken with them. Tell us stories.

Go off topic if you have something else interesting to share. Curt's 
Coleman stories are a good example.


Some of you are no doubt interested in other things. Don and his 
aircraft are an example.


RB


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Re: [MBZ] Amazon is floundering

[MG via Mercedes]

Thank you Allen,
That is interesting. The seller has three adds and 
only one is
shipped by Amazon. Amazon may only ship the item 
if you have

prime or pay for 2nd day.

I also see the Free return and wonder if Amazon is 
restocking
those items  and sending them out as new. That 
would account for
a lot of the comments of parts missing and torn or 
damaged boxes

that one sees in the reviews.

MG


Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PZ6ZN3R

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Re: [MBZ] Amazon is floundering

[MG via Mercedes]

link to part please

MG

Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Ordered a part on Monday. Today, Friday, it has not yet even shipped.

They used to ship most stuff within a day if not hours.

Allan

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Re: [MBZ] Cheap 87 300D in Poosland

[MG via Mercedes]

So am I but damed if I'm going to go look at a pig 
in a poke. As long as some people insist on doing 
Fakebook I'm out of contact.


MG

Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:

But you are our Florida Man

--FT

On 4/29/20 10:01 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:

Port Orange is not in my area. Day trip.

-D

On Apr 29, 2020, at 9:54 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes 
 wrote:


https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/619869058868531

1987 Mercedes 300D Diesel
$800
Vehicles

›
Cars

Listed 3 days ago in Port Orange, FL 




Details
…

*
   Condition
   Used - Good

1987 Turbo Diesel Mercedes. Will start and run but has noise in top 
end. Could be a injector, Belt tensioner , or loose valve. . I have a 
video of running. Just ask Located in South Daytona. Clean Title in 
hand. Local delivery available. $950 . O.B.O.

Port Orange, FL

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