[MBZ] In need of a new rig
I'm testing the waters to see if I can locate a suitable replacement for my wife's reliable but aging and ugly W123. Criteria: I'd like to find something a bit newer and with some safety equipment, like ABS and airbags. Additionally, I'd like the vehicle to get better fuel mileage (diesel, of course). I'd like to spend < $7k Candidates (in order of preference): 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo 2 - '90-'93 300D 2.5 turbo 3 - '87 300D/TD 4 - '96-'97 Passat tdi Anyone know of a suitable vehicle meeting these criteria? TIA -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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Send me "ugly" W123. On 12/2/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I'm testing the waters to see if I can locate a suitable replacement for my wife's reliable but aging and ugly W123. Criteria: I'd like to find something a bit newer and with some safety equipment, like ABS and airbags. Additionally, I'd like the vehicle to get better fuel mileage (diesel, of course). I'd like to spend < $7k Candidates (in order of preference): 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo 2 - '90-'93 300D 2.5 turbo 3 - '87 300D/TD 4 - '96-'97 Passat tdi Anyone know of a suitable vehicle meeting these criteria? TIA -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Most men want to spend time in the garage. As for me, I'd much rather be in the kitchen -- cooking, not eating.
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Send me $1.2k and ugly W123 is yours. On 12/2/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Send me "ugly" W123. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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I have a 1992 300D 2.5T that's for sale at the right price. Everything works but the rear passenger light and emergency brake. Completely up to date on maintenance. Running Mobil 1 5w-40 ever since I got it. I'm in Columbus, OH. Only open to selling to listers right now because I still love the car, but med school is getting too busy to actually drive -any- car. On 12/2/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Send me $1.2k and ugly W123 is yours. On 12/2/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Send me "ugly" W123. > > Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
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Hey Sunil, tell us some more about your car...color, condition, equipment list, price, etc. On 12/2/06, Sunil Hari <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I have a 1992 300D 2.5T that's for sale at the right price. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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Candidates (in order of preference): 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo Know that the 201 is a decidedly smaller car, and may or may not be a satisfactory replacement for a 123. I'm still a bit undecided about ours. The mileage is nice. -- Jim
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Agreed, but realistically, this car is mostly meant to be a commuter, and would probably never haul more than we two adults (front) and our two kids (rear). My S124 works just fine for the longer distance comfort cruising. On 12/2/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Know that the 201 is a decidedly smaller car, and may or may not be a satisfactory replacement for a 123. I'm still a bit undecided about ours. The mileage is nice. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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Only if you throw in the VW bus. On 12/2/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Send me $1.2k and ugly W123 is yours. -- Most men want to spend time in the garage. As for me, I'd much rather be in the kitchen -- cooking, not eating.
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That'll only cost you another $4k...cheap, and soon to be available, as we're upgrading to a 4WD version of the same. On 12/2/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Only if you throw in the VW bus. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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Agreed, but realistically, this car is mostly meant to be a commuter, and would probably never haul more than we two adults (front) and our two kids (rear). My S124 works just fine for the longer distance comfort cruising. That there conjunction is your problem. And. Make that OR, and maybe you've got yourself something. I'm semi-serious. If you have the front seats set comfortably for median sized adult legroom there's nothing in the back. If you have a legless man in front, then you've got decent legroom in back. It's nearly an either-or proposition, and the rear seat is IMHO only slightly better than that found in a 107 SL. It's a little wider, anyway. To my way of thinking, it's almost a 2+2, not a 4-seater. Try one out before you leap through hoops to acquire one, especially the rare 2.5 turbo. -- Jim
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You're probably right, and the chance of finding a W201 turbo are slim to none. I'm sorta picky about colors and options, too. We'll probably opt for a W124 2.5 as a compromise candidate. On 12/2/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: That there conjunction is your problem. And. Make that OR, and maybe you've got yourself something. I'm semi-serious. If you have the front seats set comfortably for median sized adult legroom there's nothing in the back. If you have a legless man in front, then you've got decent legroom in back. It's nearly an either-or proposition, and the rear seat is IMHO only slightly better than that found in a 107 SL. It's a little wider, anyway. To my way of thinking, it's almost a 2+2, not a 4-seater. Try one out before you leap through hoops to acquire one, especially the rare 2.5 turbo. -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 Did you find a syncro already? Someday I hope to save up $15k and build a turbo diesel camper syncro to drive to south america. It would be something like this: http://www.hasenwerk.ca/syncrortdi/default.shtml Instead of making it look nice, I want mine to have an expensive alarm system, lexan windows, and a 4 wheel parking brake so I can leave it on the street unattended in poorer areas of south america. I would also use an indirect injected non-electronic diesel for reliability and ability to run on poor quality fuels... Tyler Backman On Dec 2, 2006, at 7:30 PM, Zeitgeist wrote: That'll only cost you another $4k...cheap, and soon to be available, as we're upgrading to a 4WD version of the same. -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: GnuPG v1.4.5 (Darwin) iD8DBQFFcmFtt178NxI/higRAvRpAJ9CfTZyv0wdJlHhH/PTRFoqV5n+tgCfZPno 48WhqKcr1myhtu0JD/MeSgs= =kp88 -END PGP SIGNATURE-
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I've been toying with the idea of converting my next Syncro over to a 1.9LTDI/IDI engine...or, even swapping Syncro running gear over to my existing van. My wife really loves alpine skiing, snowshoeing and hiking, so she needs something with more offroading capability. I'd prefer to convert my entire fleet over to biodiesel, but, presently there aren't too many alternatives out there. On 12/2/06, Tyler Backman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Did you find a syncro already? Someday I hope to save up $15k and build a turbo diesel camper syncro to drive to south america. It would be something like this: http://www.hasenwerk.ca/syncrortdi/default.shtml Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 I don't think swapping the syncro running gear over to a standard bus would be a simple or worthwhile task. As I understand it, extensive modifications are made by steyr daimler puch to the chassis to make it more rigid and offroad capable. I expect that a huge amount of engineering and fabricating would be required to get an end product with the offroad ability of the syncro vanagon As for the engine, I plan on using an OM616 instead of a VW engine if it can be made to fit. Kennedy Engineered Products in california will make custom bell-housing adapters to fit almost any engine to a VW transaxle. I'm definitely not a fan of the wasserboxer that comes in the syncro, and would not trust it for long trips in remote areas. I love outdoor sports also, and have always wanted an all wheel drive turbo diesel station wagon, but sadly none have ever been made (that I am aware of). I haven't had the guts yet to try biodiesel up in the mountains, because of the high gel-point. I have heard of some new anti-gel products that work with biodiesel that might make it a practical fuel for winter sports! If you have the money, you might want to look at a turbo diesel pinzagauer militairy vehicle. They are built by steyr daimler puch (the same company that makes the syncro modifications for VW) and are one of the most offroad capable vehicles ever produced. They are about the size and shape of a syncro vanagon, but are much heavier duty with 3 lockers, full skid plates, vertical drop down axles for ground clearance, and incredibly low gears. The diesels are rare, and have the same VW engine used in diesel volvos. Tyler On Dec 2, 2006, at 9:48 PM, Zeitgeist wrote: I've been toying with the idea of converting my next Syncro over to a 1.9LTDI/IDI engine...or, even swapping Syncro running gear over to my existing van. My wife really loves alpine skiing, snowshoeing and hiking, so she needs something with more offroading capability. I'd prefer to convert my entire fleet over to biodiesel, but, presently there aren't too many alternatives out there. -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: GnuPG v1.4.5 (Darwin) iD8DBQFFcm2ht178NxI/higRAuKrAJ9Wq593b6RDhgFljvXGYV8grLmZKQCgoD+K 4oAzxKr9tFofA/gS9ictwaY= =zXnT -END PGP SIGNATURE-
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Most of the Syncro running gear is a ladder frame design which for the most part is simply bolted up to the standard Vanagon chassis. I've looked into this, and see a few stumbling blocks, but mainly these are labor-time issues, rather than parts problems. I have both a cutting torch and a MIG welder, so I'm not too worried. An OM616 is a really tall engine, so it's not too compatible with the Vanagon engine compartment. Oh, and not to mention, it's really underpowered. I'd think an OM602 turbo would be a nice setup for that rig. Might be too long, though...and too tall, still. I've had no problem running B99 in sub-twenties temps, either my OM617 or OM603 engines, so I don't think I'd worry too much about bio. I don't think I quite need the capabilities of a Unimog, Pinzgauer, or Haflinger, at this time. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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Smoke silver exterior, beige MB-Tex interior, never been smoked in. Only options are the passenger side airbag and the smoke silver paint. 290Kmi, new head, timing chain, front and rear suspension, and motor mounts at 280Kmi. Maintenance (fuel, air, oil, rear diff, ATF) completely up to date. Has the block heater installed (cord and all). Complete maintenance records from first owner, none from second (he was a Benz mechanic and just did it all), and I'm the third. No rust that I have seen. Starts on first glow every time, runs perfectly. Only things that don't work are the rear passenger light and the emergency brake (needs either adjustment or new shoes). And I think I'm getting the e-brake fixed soon because I want to have it working. ACC works perfectly, as does the tilt/slide roof. Paint is ok - looks great from 5 feet. Up close, small scratches. Couple of small dents in the trunk and right rear passenger door, but nothing major. Couple of chips out of the windshied, but nothing obscuring vision. Pictures at http://www.sunilhari.com/92 benz - these were taken in late May of this year, right after I'd washed her. She looks the same now, but is due for a wash and has 3000 more miles. Those are real Australian sheepskins with a 1.5-2" pile. Haven't thought about a price because up until now I wasn't thinking of selling. But make me an offer and I'll seriously consider it. If you have any more questions, just ask. On 12/3/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Most of the Syncro running gear is a ladder frame design which for the most part is simply bolted up to the standard Vanagon chassis. I've looked into this, and see a few stumbling blocks, but mainly these are labor-time issues, rather than parts problems. I have both a cutting torch and a MIG welder, so I'm not too worried. An OM616 is a really tall engine, so it's not too compatible with the Vanagon engine compartment. Oh, and not to mention, it's really underpowered. I'd think an OM602 turbo would be a nice setup for that rig. Might be too long, though...and too tall, still. I've had no problem running B99 in sub-twenties temps, either my OM617 or OM603 engines, so I don't think I'd worry too much about bio. I don't think I quite need the capabilities of a Unimog, Pinzgauer, or Haflinger, at this time. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
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You wrote:<> You won't be unhappy with that choice! I love ours - we've had it for almost a year and couldn;t ask for more. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: "Zeitgeist" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Saturday, December 02, 2006 10:56 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig You're probably right, and the chance of finding a W201 turbo are slim to none. I'm sorta picky about colors and options, too. We'll probably opt for a W124 2.5 as a compromise candidate. On 12/2/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: That there conjunction is your problem. And. Make that OR, and maybe you've got yourself something. I'm semi-serious. If you have the front seats set comfortably for median sized adult legroom there's nothing in the back. If you have a legless man in front, then you've got decent legroom in back. It's nearly an either-or proposition, and the rear seat is IMHO only slightly better than that found in a 107 SL. It's a little wider, anyway. To my way of thinking, it's almost a 2+2, not a 4-seater. Try one out before you leap through hoops to acquire one, especially the rare 2.5 turbo. -- Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.4/563 - Release Date: 12/2/2006
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Ditto to Larry- I have had my 90 300D 2.5t for a year and it is a fine car-no regrets. Fast and 31 mpg Great commuter car-my commute is 72 miles each way, 2-3 days a week. Dwight Giles (who still hangs on to his 240D) LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > You wrote:<> > > You won't be unhappy with that choice! I love ours - we've had it for > almost a year and couldn;t ask for more. > >
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-BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE- Hash: SHA1 Casey, I would be interested in knowing what the stumbling blocks are, if you have time. Do you think the syncro running gear could be installed on a pre-vanagon bus as easily? It might be worthwhile finding a diesel westfalia, and putting a syncro junkyard suspension on it if possible. A syncro westfalia can cost $20k or more without the diesel, way out of my budget range as a poor college student. I'm not worried about power as most of the travel I do is limited to 55mph or less anyways due to the poor road conditions, animals, etc. in the more remote parts of the world... Yea, even the rabbit diesel which is tiny is mounted almost sideways in a diesel vanagon. I wonder how that affects engine longevity? I have seen VW buses with upright overhead cam inline engines, but they usually build a nasty looking box where the valve cover sticks out. That wouldn't be a problem if that area were only used for storage and not for a westfalia bed... I suppose a 4cyl VW diesel is best, as it will fit easily and bellhousings are available. I'm just scared of going into a remote area with an aluminum head and a Bosch VE rotary injection pump, as both have left me stranded without warning in the past. I suppose waterless/pressureless propylene glycol coolant coupled with an audible alarm on the head temp sensor could prevent any head warpage issues. A spare junkyard VE pump can be had for $20, and the tools to replace it roadside for $150. Don't get me wrong- I'm not trying to diss biodiesel. I am making my career out of promoting biodiesel, and spent all of last summer building an automated commercial biodiesel plant. Using biodiesel in cold weather is highly dependent on your feedstock, and it's hard to tell what that might be if your biodiesel is made from used restaurant fryer grease. A feedstock oil that is almost entirely monounsaturated such as canola oil will work down into the 20s, but if the feedstock contains saturated fats such as palm oil or bacon grease it can have a gel point well above freezing. None of them work in the sub zero temperatures that I often encounter snow camping and cross country skiing unless you cut them with kerosene. Tyler On Dec 2, 2006, at 11:23 PM, Zeitgeist wrote: Most of the Syncro running gear is a ladder frame design which for the most part is simply bolted up to the standard Vanagon chassis. I've looked into this, and see a few stumbling blocks, but mainly these are labor-time issues, rather than parts problems. I have both a cutting torch and a MIG welder, so I'm not too worried. An OM616 is a really tall engine, so it's not too compatible with the Vanagon engine compartment. Oh, and not to mention, it's really underpowered. I'd think an OM602 turbo would be a nice setup for that rig. Might be too long, though...and too tall, still. I've had no problem running B99 in sub-twenties temps, either my OM617 or OM603 engines, so I don't think I'd worry too much about bio. I don't think I quite need the capabilities of a Unimog, Pinzgauer, or Haflinger, at this time. -BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE- Version: GnuPG v1.4.5 (Darwin) iD8DBQFFc03it178NxI/higRAt89AKCI1SRJd61qGWRIy4KLltaHpnHyHQCgihbd 6ZYRYLfKwMk77Inf78EebZc= =ZFm1 -END PGP SIGNATURE-
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Tyler Backman wrote: > I would be interested in knowing what the stumbling blocks are, if > you have time. Do you think the syncro running gear could be > installed on a pre-vanagon bus as easily That's a major project. Among other things, the Bus is considerably narrower than the Vanagon. I've seen it done, but they essentially cut and sectioned the Bus body shell to make it bigger and then placed it on the Vanagon floorpan.
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A Syncro setup can be bolted up to a 2WD Vanagon, but the stumbling block comes from the fact that the factory mounts for the front suspension must be torched out in order to accommodate the 4WD attachment points--so, there's no going back once you've started. Additionally, relocating and mounting the fuel tank above the tranny takes some modifications. You essentially require an entire donor chassis in order to pull it off correctly. Mounting a Syncro assembly into a T2 bus seems way beyond what I'd ever want to tackle, and a T3 chassis is far far superior anyway. The 1.9L IDI engine can be reliably modified to approximately 150hp, so there's plenty of power available, which should help to increase longevity in a Van. The VE pump isn't as robust as the inline versions, but I've never had a single instance of failure in my dozen or so VW/Cummins engines, so I'm not too worried about them. They're simple and relatively easy to work on should one need to...unlike the inline pumps. Any rig I'd use out in the boonies would have a full complement of gauges, so monitoring the engine conditions would be key. I drove down to nearly the Guatemalan border and back in a '70 T2 with idiot lights and a handful of tools and spares, so I ain't too worried about the ruggedness of these units. They can handle it. On 12/3/06, Tyler Backman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Casey, I would be interested in knowing what the stumbling blocks are, if you have time. Do you think the syncro running gear could be installed on a pre-vanagon bus as easily? It might be worthwhile finding a diesel westfalia, and putting a syncro junkyard suspension on it if possible. Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
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I now seem to have 2 91 300D 2.5 turbos. None for sale at the moment though. Zeitgeist wrote: I'm testing the waters to see if I can locate a suitable replacement for my wife's reliable but aging and ugly W123. Criteria: I'd like to find something a bit newer and with some safety equipment, like ABS and airbags. Additionally, I'd like the vehicle to get better fuel mileage (diesel, of course). I'd like to spend < $7k Candidates (in order of preference): 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo 2 - '90-'93 300D 2.5 turbo 3 - '87 300D/TD 4 - '96-'97 Passat tdi Anyone know of a suitable vehicle meeting these criteria? TIA -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
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that's like a kid saying "Oh, seems to me I have a surplus of candy. NONE FOR YOU!" On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I now seem to have 2 91 300D 2.5 turbos. None for sale at the moment though. Zeitgeist wrote: > I'm testing the waters to see if I can locate a suitable replacement for my > wife's reliable but aging and ugly W123. > > Criteria: > > I'd like to find something a bit newer and with some safety equipment, like > ABS and airbags. Additionally, I'd like the vehicle to get better fuel > mileage (diesel, of course). I'd like to spend < $7k > > Candidates (in order of preference): > > 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo > 2 - '90-'93 300D 2.5 turbo > 3 - '87 300D/TD > 4 - '96-'97 Passat tdi > > Anyone know of a suitable vehicle meeting these criteria? > > TIA -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
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hahahahahaha, yea, that was sort of my aim :) Sunil Hari wrote: that's like a kid saying "Oh, seems to me I have a surplus of candy. NONE FOR YOU!" On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
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Whudda turkey... On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: hahahahahaha, yea, that was sort of my aim :) Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG
Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig
Kaleb, you're a jerk. Got any parts for me? On 12/4/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Whudda turkey... On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > hahahahahaha, yea, that was sort of my aim :) > > Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig
I think Kaleb is on a fishing expedition, get some interest going before putting a ridiculous price on them. Commonly called a car tease. Pretty soon he'll post a pic or two. - Original Message - From: "Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 11:31 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig that's like a kid saying "Oh, seems to me I have a surplus of candy. NONE FOR YOU!" On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I now seem to have 2 91 300D 2.5 turbos. None for sale at the moment though. Zeitgeist wrote: > I'm testing the waters to see if I can locate a suitable replacement > for my > wife's reliable but aging and ugly W123. > > Criteria: > > I'd like to find something a bit newer and with some safety equipment, like > ABS and airbags. Additionally, I'd like the vehicle to get better fuel > mileage (diesel, of course). I'd like to spend < $7k > > Candidates (in order of preference): > > 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo > 2 - '90-'93 300D 2.5 turbo > 3 - '87 300D/TD > 4 - '96-'97 Passat tdi > > Anyone know of a suitable vehicle meeting these criteria? > > TIA -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.6/568 - Release Date: 4/12/2006
Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig
what parts do you need? Sunil Hari wrote: Kaleb, you're a jerk. Got any parts for me? On 12/4/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Whudda turkey... On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: hahahahahaha, yea, that was sort of my aim :) Casey Olympia, WA Biodiesel: "I drive in a persistent vegetative state" '87 300TD intercooler/propane #22 0-60mph 7.3sec (220k) '84 300D (218k) Gashuffer: '89 Vanagon Wolfsburg Edition (187K) http://users.zhonka.net/zeitgeist/Misc/IMG_0171.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig
Naw, the one I just got, or rather, got back, was my old 2.5 that I had a couple of years ago. Not quite as pristine as when it left but I will get it back into shape. The other one is getting an engine transplant, so its not ready to go yet. Hendrik Riessen wrote: I think Kaleb is on a fishing expedition, get some interest going before putting a ridiculous price on them. Commonly called a car tease. Pretty soon he'll post a pic or two. - Original Message - From: "Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, December 05, 2006 11:31 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] In need of a new rig that's like a kid saying "Oh, seems to me I have a surplus of candy. NONE FOR YOU!" On 12/4/06, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I now seem to have 2 91 300D 2.5 turbos. None for sale at the moment though. Zeitgeist wrote: I'm testing the waters to see if I can locate a suitable replacement for my wife's reliable but aging and ugly W123. Criteria: I'd like to find something a bit newer and with some safety equipment, like ABS and airbags. Additionally, I'd like the vehicle to get better fuel mileage (diesel, of course). I'd like to spend < $7k Candidates (in order of preference): 1 - '87 190D 2.5 turbo 2 - '90-'93 300D 2.5 turbo 3 - '87 300D/TD 4 - '96-'97 Passat tdi Anyone know of a suitable vehicle meeting these criteria? TIA -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.409 / Virus Database: 268.15.6/568 - Release Date: 4/12/2006 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, (2x) 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.striplin.net
