Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
Exactly why I have my Honda CB900F. When I need some speed I just haul that into the twistys. If I'm in a particularly bad boy mood I'll do it with my wife on the back just to see her freak when we stop. She'll complain I was nearly grinding her foot into the ground... -Curt Date: Tue, 17 Apr 2007 08:05:31 -0500 From: Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love To: Mercedes Discussion List Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii"; format=flowed Back in my college years, when all I had was the stately pace of the 200D, I loved going for a fling on my R75/5. Cures the need for speed that keeps most people away from the steady pace of a 200D or 240D automatic. Kinda similar to when I lived in Hawaii, Whenever I had enough heat, I'd go clean the walkin freezer. That always cured any desire I had to see winter. >Recently I've been driving the SL again, and tonight my wife and >I ended up caravanning home. (She in the 300Dt.) On the nice >flat open spot near home she romped on it. So did I, and I blew >right past her. No matter how pleasant to drive, you can't do >that in the Frankenheap! I love the periodic change of steed. > >-- Jim > > >___ >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 Loren Faeth - Ahhh...imagining that irresistible "new car" smell? Check outnew cars at Yahoo! Autos. From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Mon Apr 23 11:38:29 2007 Received: from alnrmhc15.comcast.net ([204.127.225.95]) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.63) (envelope-from <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>) id 1HfwsH-00075E-6a for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:38:29 + Received: from aceraspire (c-69-243-211-82.hsd1.va.comcast.net[69.243.211.82]) by comcast.net (alnrmhc15) with SMTP id <20070423113823b1500smmrle>; Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:38:23 + Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> From: "LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" References: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2007 07:38:22 -0400 MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; format=flowed; charset="iso-8859-1"; reply-type=original Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Priority: 3 X-MSMail-Priority: Normal X-Mailer: Microsoft Outlook Express 6.00.2900.3028 X-MimeOLE: Produced By Microsoft MimeOLE V6.00.2900.3028 X-Antivirus-Scanner: Clean mail though you should still use an Antivirus Subject: Re: [MBZ] Garage Option X-BeenThere: mercedes@okiebenz.com X-Mailman-Version: 2.1.9.cp2 Precedence: list Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List List-Id: Mercedes Discussion List List-Unsubscribe: <http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com>, <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> List-Archive: <http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com> List-Post: <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> List-Help: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> List-Subscribe: <http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com>, <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> X-List-Received-Date: Mon, 23 Apr 2007 11:38:29 - Yep, plumbing and power can be installed as easily as a stick built building. Try - the Home Depot building is an option. I presently have a 10x18 barn. But the cost of the metal building at $6300 for 20x36 is a better deal for me than $17k for the smaller 16x32 from HD. It uses 3"x2" rectangular tubing for reinforcement. Prettey substantial. Thankfully, tornadoes are not common here. I know, I am somewhat concerned about a "metal building" - seems like a wooden building is more permanent. Except for rust the metal should be long lasting. The metal has a coating which is supposed to protect it from chips, cracks, etc. I looked into metal buildings that are built with a metal frame - I-beams, channels, and then traditional roofing and vinyl siding. It looked exactly like a stick building. The 20x32 that matched my 2 story colonial was $5500 delivered but not installed. I;d have to prep the location and erect the building. As I said it's an option - 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: "Dimitri Seretakis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, April 22, 2007 10:04 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Garage
Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
that Cummins with it's 325hp and 610Lb/Ft of torque will quickly Ours, older, has about 100/300 less, but it's still pretty nice. Usually it's shackled with the camper, though. I love the way it pulls in third, the new ones probably can do the same in fourth. The rev range is longer on the newer ones too, so that would be nicer. I still prefer the styling of the 94+ models. I haven't gotten the nerve to open it up other than on the beach at Long Beach, WA. A fine place for such things. Just try to avoid the wet shoulder in favor of the dry one! (Family has a cabin at LB, I've logged more than a few hours there.) -- Jim
Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
Rich Thomas wrote: I am trying to figure out if your wife runs away when she sees you with a bucket and sponge, or not. I read my email and some of the responses (including this one) to my wife and she said we are all dorks. She just doesn't understand about men and cars. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K
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Kaleb wrote: That is why I have so many cars. When I get tired of one I move on to another, pretty soon Im ready for yet another car, its the circle of life. That is true, Kaleb. I wish I had more room to keep more cars. As it is, I have a two car garage with a one car driveway. I have thought about storing an extra car at the parking garage at my office. Maybe I will explore that. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale)
Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
Back in my college years, when all I had was the stately pace of the 200D, I loved going for a fling on my R75/5. Cures the need for speed that keeps most people away from the steady pace of a 200D or 240D automatic. Kinda similar to when I lived in Hawaii, Whenever I had enough heat, I'd go clean the walkin freezer. That always cured any desire I had to see winter. Recently I've been driving the SL again, and tonight my wife and I ended up caravanning home. (She in the 300Dt.) On the nice flat open spot near home she romped on it. So did I, and I blew right past her. No matter how pleasant to drive, you can't do that in the Frankenheap! I love the periodic change of steed. -- Jim ___ 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 Loren Faeth
Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
I blew right past her. No matter how pleasant to drive, you can't do that in the Frankenheap! I love the periodic change of steed. The difference is just as pronounced in the SD and the Cummins Diesel. The SD is faster than the old NA 300D/CD's, but that Cummins with it's 325hp and 610Lb/Ft of torque will quickly put your back right into the seat when you give it a good"ROMP". I don't even drive them, but I understand. When I need my own fix behind the wheel, out comes the 1:10 scale RC10GT race truck, .75hp of nitro-burning beast that can get up to 40mph or so in a little over 1.5 seconds!! Then, there's the lumbering 1:8 scale Traxxas Revo monstertruck with double the power, 4WD and a 2spd transmission, 55mph top speed right out of the box! They say that it can top 60mph with a few mods, but I haven't gotten the nerve to open it up other than on the beach at Long Beach, WA. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR '83 300SD 267K miles, Ursula '06 Dodge QC/CTD pickup, 4K miles, THE TRUCK!
Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
That is why I have so many cars. When I get tired of one I move on to another, pretty soon Im ready for yet another car, its the circle of life. Exactly my sentiments! Recently I've been driving the SL again, and tonight my wife and I ended up caravanning home. (She in the 300Dt.) On the nice flat open spot near home she romped on it. So did I, and I blew right past her. No matter how pleasant to drive, you can't do that in the Frankenheap! I love the periodic change of steed. -- Jim
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Wow...that's deep... Bob R - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, April 16, 2007 4:59 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love That is why I have so many cars. When I get tired of one I move on to another, pretty soon Im ready for yet another car, its the circle of life. Donald Snook wrote: We finally had a nice weekend here in Wichita (after getting an inch of snow a few days prior), so I wanted to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. I mowed the yard and washed and waxed my car. I spent a few hours (waxing a LWB 126 is a serious effort). I cleaned the tires and wheels and treated all the vinyl and plastic and detailed the interior. It looks great. Now, I love my car again! It looks so nice when it is clean and shiny and perfect. How fickle I am! A week ago I liked the car, but was out there looking for its replacement. Now, I am in love again. Don't get me wrong. I am still selling it. I am just surprised how often I fall back in love with my car when I spend all day cleaning it up. The best thing about it, is I really enjoy doing it and at least I got to enjoy the sun. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale) ___ 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 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Fickle Love
That is why I have so many cars. When I get tired of one I move on to another, pretty soon Im ready for yet another car, its the circle of life. Donald Snook wrote: We finally had a nice weekend here in Wichita (after getting an inch of snow a few days prior), so I wanted to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. I mowed the yard and washed and waxed my car. I spent a few hours (waxing a LWB 126 is a serious effort). I cleaned the tires and wheels and treated all the vinyl and plastic and detailed the interior. It looks great. Now, I love my car again! It looks so nice when it is clean and shiny and perfect. How fickle I am! A week ago I liked the car, but was out there looking for its replacement. Now, I am in love again. Don't get me wrong. I am still selling it. I am just surprised how often I fall back in love with my car when I spend all day cleaning it up. The best thing about it, is I really enjoy doing it and at least I got to enjoy the sun. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale) ___ 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 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
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I am trying to figure out if your wife runs away when she sees you with a bucket and sponge, or not. --R Donald Snook wrote: Now, I love my car again! It looks so nice when it is clean and shiny and perfect. How fickle I am! A week ago I liked the car, but was out there looking for its replacement. Now, I am in love again. Don't get me wrong. I am still selling it. I am just surprised how often I fall back in love with my car when I spend all day cleaning it up. The best thing about it, is I really enjoy doing it and at least I got to enjoy the sun. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale)
