Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug torque and knocking?
"Zoltan Finks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Let's say I don't have a torque wrench and want to know about how > tight to tighten glow plugs on my 2.4. Are we talking about as tight > as a spark plug, That's what I've done. It'd be tough to get a torque wrench down in there with the engine in the car anyway (thinking of my 300D anyway). Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Shareholder meeting
"R A Bennell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Everyone seems brainwashed by the Consumer Reports people who > consistently say the Toyotas and Hondas are so much better. We > currently have 2 Toyotas and 2 Fords as well as the MB and a couple > of beaters. I'm personally am not having any better luck with > Toyotas than with the Fords. We have a Ford Focus wagon. Not the most attractive car, but its so far been utterly reliable, handles decently, is reasonably comfortable, and was cheap to buy (bought it used). Knock on wood. I think Fords overall are pretty good cars if you just want utility. We had a Dodge Caravan which was great as far as seating and interior space, but suffered from a plague of electrical issues. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Biodiesel from animal fats
Anyone happen to know what the daily consumption of diesel fuel (in gallons) is in the USA? I'm just curious how much 175M gallons represents. Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > ConocoPhilips and Tyson are going to team up to make BioD from > chicken fat, and beef/pork fat too. 175M gal/yr they say. Was an > article in WSJ yesterday, one in the Houston Comical today. > > Next they will be catching McDonalds, Denny's, and KFC customers > coming out the doors...that could solve our energy issues right > there. > > --R -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Anybody need a nice SDL?
"andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I wonder why he doesn't state clearly what the mileage is? I > couldn't find it... I had the same question -- the presumption is "high" Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Photo of Modulator for ID
In case you have not stumbled across it, here is an article on adjusting the vacuum imputs to the transmission: http://www.continentalimports.com/ser_index.html Allan
Re: [MBZ] Approved Coolant
Xerex (or Zerex?) G-05. "LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Sorry - lost my folder with the coolant recommendations - One more > time -- what coolant is acceptable besides the OEM Mercedes stuff? > For the '78 240D (rad hose has hole in it - -- 1983 300D 1966 230
[MBZ] W110 rockers?
I seem to recall there was a company that made replacement rocker panels for the W110 chassis - anyone recall who that is? Also interested in a front driver's side door for a W110 230, if anyone happens to have a rust- and damage-free one available. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Lt Don's MC, was: My 300SEL on ebay
"OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > SO, if you really want a bike, it should really be a bike, and if it's > going to be American, make it good --- > http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/jay_leno_garage/1959432.html?page=1 > http://www.bosshoss.net/products.asp Nah, here's what you want http://www.dieselmotorcycles.com/ -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Ebay selling advice
"LT Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > No, way too soon to worry. It is fun to watch the auction the last > five minutes -- just keep hitting refresh. Only rarely do I even > know the winning bidder is interested until the last 3 minutes or > less. I think ebay ought to not have fixed expiration times. It ought to be like a real auction, i.e. keep taking bids as long as they are coming in. If no bid activity for some period of time, pound the gavel and shout "sold!" That way the sellers would get the true maximum that someone is willing to pay. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Lt Don's MC, was: My 300SEL on ebay
Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > On Wed, 25 Apr 2007 23:56:10 -0500 "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> Read the whole article - it's not a Diesel - it's a vergasser, >> which is why there is a stock of engines - after the pentagon >> discovered that a well place hand grenade would blow up the gas >> tank, they switched to Diesel engines. I believe current military procurement also wants all vehicles to be able to run on either diesel, jet fuel, or kerosene so that they only have to send one kind of fuel to the battlefield. Hence the diesel motorcycle, earlier in this thread. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Frenchie diesel?
Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I think I'm in love with the idea of owning a French car; not so > sure I ever want achieve the dream, though. Years ago I knew a guy that had a Renault Alliance. Based on that memory, I'd never even think of owning a French car. "Renault Alliance scored in worst ratings in "Engine", "Clutch", "Driveline", "Engine cooling", "Suspension", "Exhaust system", "Automatic transmission" and "Manual transmission" ratings." -- The 1986 Consumer Reports "Annual Auto Issue" Hm. Maybe it *looked* good. Er, no -- it didn't. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] W110 rockers?
Could not find "KKK" on the web, I'm sure you can imagine what I found instead! Got a URL or address for them? If you have the door and/or rockers that would fit my '66 230, please let me know and let me know what your price is. Thanks! Allan Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > KKK i think they are in MI they advertise occasionally in the Star I > may have a door for you. will have to look. Actually I have the > rockers too, for the 220b I will probably never get fixed. > > At 09:10 PM 4/24/2007, you wrote: > >>I seem to recall there was a company that made replacement rocker >>panels for the W110 chassis - anyone recall who that is? >> >>Also interested in a front driver's side door for a W110 230, if >>anyone happens to have a rust- and damage-free one available. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
[MBZ] Saw an R500 today...
and did a double take. Could swear it's a rebadged Chrysler Pacifica. Could it be? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] another 300TD wagon with a mislabeled ad
"Kevin Kraly" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/car/320144659.html > > This one is a 1982 300TD Station Wagon for $10489, no mention of mileage > other than it's a low mileage example. Holy cripes they are asking 10,000 for that? And I see that dealer has a '84 300D with 200K miles asking 9500? I paid less than a third of that for my 83 with only 140K miles. Do they really get this kind of money for these old cars? Man when it's time to sell mine I'm driving it to Oregon if that's what the market is there. There's an idea for a business. Pick 'em up in the southeast or lower midwest (out of the rust belt) and drive 'em out there for resale. Do two a month and have a six figure income -- 1983 300D 1966 230
[MBZ] OT: Mercedes diesel swap into Toyota FJ-40?
According to this[1] page, Toyota used Mercedes diesels in some of their Land Cruisers. Anyone know how difficult such a swap would be? Or what motor they used? There is an old Land Cruiser locally with a supposedly bad engine. [1] http://www.brian894x4.com/LCBandeirante.html Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] OT Any Known Issues 04 Golf TDI
"Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I don't think I'd buy a used VW TDI without good service records. > VW specifies a limited range of synthetic oils, and the forums at > tdiclub.com are full of horror stories about ignorant dealers and > mechanics putting nonapproved oils in and ruining the engines. I've heard a few stories of dealers who filled up brand new TDIs with gasoline for delivery to the customer. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
"Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or > powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or > solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust > without endless scrubbing in the nooks and crannies (those of you > with BBS-type spiderweb wheels know what I'm talking about) but > doesn't harm the aluminum. There probably is, but likely a nasty chlorinated hydrocarbon that you would not want to use it outside of a controlled, industrial setting. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] this is a nice car, sombody should buy it
"BillR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > You continue to tempt me with this one, but until the disability > situation is settled and the daughter situation is settled I can do > nothing. I would dearly love to get the 300 SEL for my wife though. I'm tempted too, I'd love the long wheelbase but I'd soo much rather have an SDL. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] How to clean brake dust from alloy (bundt)
Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > bead or walnut blast > > cleans it fast but does not pit. An ultrasonic bath in something like a Simple Green solution would probably work very well also, as someone else mentioned. IF you have access to an ultrasonic cleaner that large I've also used a small electric pressure washer to fairly good effect. Cleans the rubber too. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Proof it still has some life left??
Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > The speedo in Brunnhilde is spot on after 28 yr, gotta admire those > old Benz engineers. The most accurate timepiece I own is on the dash of my 300D. It keeps time so well the only time I have to change it is when summer time starts and ends. It's always in sync with the time on my cell phone which I assume is synced with the NIST time servers by some means. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] a freak of nature
Was in Cincinnati Saturday and saw diesel for $2.79 while regular unleaded was $3.17. Sure was happy I took the 300D. Actually had been a while since it was out on the highway and it is not a bad highway cruiser at all. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Early may CL
Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/323890344.html -- 78 350SL Was lime green a factory color? -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] M-1 oil question....AGAIN
"Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > it's the same stuff as delvac 1, which used to be sold in the FIVE > QUART jugs as Mobil 1 5w-40 Truck and SUV oil for ~$23 (same as the > other M1 5-qt jugs). They've since gotten wise and are charging the > same price for 20% less content. They are selling the 15w50 which is also on the 229.1 approved list, in 5 quart jugs for the $23 price... as soon as I get through the stock of Delo that I bought last time I could not find Mobil 1 I'll probably be buying that again. http://www.whnet.com/4x4/oil.html Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 207D ??
According to this[1], it would be an OM616. Might make a good platform for a camper conversion -- I fear based on the location (and the photo of it sitting in the snow) that this example could have rust issues. Footnotes: [1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_T1 Curt Raymond <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > http://boston.craigslist.org/nos/car/326626385.html > 4 cyl 5 spd. Looks like a cool little van. I really have no need for such a > thing. > Would this have a 616 or one of the DI diesels? > -- 1983 300D 1966 230
mercedes@okiebenz.com
Fred Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Does anybody on the list have a good write up on cleaning and > lubricating the rails and anything else that might need atttention > after 26 years? All I know is you're supposed to use the special MB sunroof lube -- it's got magic ingredients I guess and there are no acceptable substitutes. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 207D ??
Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > new van for me You bought it? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 4Matic
"Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I have heard some information that the early 4Matics had problems. > What is early? What about a 1993 124 with 4Matic? Is that late > enough that the problems have been worked out, or is it still in the > problem time? I don't know the answer to your question, but I asked my mechanic once about the 4Matic (he had a TD with 4Matic for sale, don't remember what year it was) and his answer was basically this: "Like most Mercedes systems, they work well if they are maintained. They don't tolerate neglect very well." Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 4Matic
Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > A diesel wagon 4matic? In Indiana? No it wasn't a diesel. I typed TD without thinking. It was a gasser. -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Crawling on the high line video
So just what the heck are they *doing* up there? I saw the guy crawling on the lines, but can't figure out what a single person with hand tools could possibly "repair". All that's up there are cables and insulators. Are they just "inspecting" ? Seems that a video camera with a zoom lens could do that from the ground with a lot less danger. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Ham licenses
ernest breakfield <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > three classes of US licenses currently being issued; no code > required for any of them. So, is there now a clique of "old-school" hams that knows code and looks down with disdain on the "newbies" who can't do it? Or does everyone pretty much accept that it's just something that has no practical value anymore. How many actually still use code regularly? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] If it weren't for pesky sleazeballs
"Zoltan Finks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Any of you familiar with such an operation? Sounds like he turns > these cars around as a business, though he claimed not to be a > dealer of any sort. I just wonder if these cars are stolen. I don't buy lots of cars, but have bought enough of them to realize that (in my experience) when you talk to anyone who sells them for a living you cannot believe one single thing they say. Nothing. I'm sure there is the rare honest dealer out there, but once you've caught one in a lie you can be sure that almost everything else he's told you is also knowingly untrue or just made up. You even have to be careful buying from a "private" seller; many times car dealers will list some of their inventory in local classifieds, with an individual (not dealership) name and phone number. This is especially likely if they want to show you the car at a mall parking lot or someplace other than a private residence. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 83 TD...Tranny quit...HELP!!!!
"Mike Canfield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > No..It does nothing. No noise, no forward, no reverse, only > park. If reverse does not work it's not the B2. Normally with the B2 (well, when mine failed, anyway) you can coax it into forward motion, at least for a little while, and once you get into 3rd gear you're fine (as long as you don't have to stop). Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Jiffy lube was Re: Tell me why I shouldn't buy this car
"Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I think (more like I HOPE) that it depends on which Jiffy Lube you > go to [...] most of them are good places. I'm sure that's true. I agree with what you say about building trust and repeat business with a few select shops. I think some people stop in at whatever random place they happen to be near. That said, I had a Jiffy Lube in Illinois leave the oil filter on my VW Jetta loose after a change. Luckily I noticed that the oil was 1/2 quart low at my next refuel. It was just loose enough that it was dripping -- not a really rapid leak. That's when I gave up having other people change my oil. It's an easy job, it gives you an opportunity to eyeball-inspect everything else under the hood on a regular basis, so I do it myself. I do use a trusted mechanic for some other work that I either don't have the time or tools or knowledge to do myself. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 83 TD...Tranny quit...HELP!!!!
"Chris Lane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > It started to flare between first and second, and then suddenly it > feels like you have the clutch halfway to the floor on a stick > shift. Classic B2 failure symptoms. That's exactly how mine went on my 300D. > My reverse works great, second seems ok, 3 and 4 are just fine. Also consistent with B2 failure. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] 83 TD...Tranny quit...HELP!!!!
"Mike Canfield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > How hard is it to inspect this mischeivous B2 piston? Can it be > done still in the car? The B2 piston cover is on the right side of the tranny. If you open it up you'll lose fluid. I have a writeup somewhere I posted to the old [EMAIL PROTECTED] list, when I did the repair on my 300D. If you like I can send you a copy. It can be replaced with the trans still in the car. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] Ford commercial
"Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I'm just kidding - there are very few domestic cars I'd buy, and the > Mustang is NOT one of them. > > Maybe a Ford Focus, a Dodge Challenger (when it arrives), a Chrysler > 300, and maybe a Cadillac. But that's about it. We have a Focus. It's a tin can, but so far (~72,000 miles) has been completely dependable in all respects. Reasonable power, reasonable handling -- a very "adequate" run-around-town car. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] new Diesel choices
"Jeff Zedic" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > As for diesel MPVs, almost every Dodge Caravan I see here, why they > have them is beyond me, is a diesel with a manual trans. Holy . I wish they sold those here. What engine do they us in them? Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] OT: Is Barack Obama a US Citizen?
"Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Where is the microscopic focus on details of Biden's life? Biden has been in the Senate for decades, he's "well known" to the media, while most of the media probably could not have named the Governor of Alaska prior to this fall. That is at least part of it, but I think your point is still valid. When I heard that Obama had picked the disgraced plagiarizer Biden I laughed out loud. I mean come on, what a recycled multi-time loser he has been with his own presidential aspirations. He has been rejected time and again in his own parties primary process. But, no matter, Obama likes him so no questions need be asked. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT:Obama supporters go for McCain's policies
"Bill R" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > As Colin Powell mentioned her selection and his belief that she is not > qualified as one of the reasons he is backing Obama, I am wondering what the > plan is to discredit his thinking and credentials. Colin Powell seems to > have a pretty solid background for his position [all except that being a > Republican thing. I have to question anyone who claims that. ;D ] Colin Powell is entitled to his opinion of course, but I do not see how Obama passes the "qualified" test any better than Palin does. Seems a weak argument to me. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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
[MBZ] Coolant compatibility (was: More trans fluid etc)
"R A Bennell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Second part of all this is - Don't you just hate buying stuff from the > dealer? Anyone else make anti-freeze that is silicate free and > therefore the "correct" stuff? Cooincidentally I was just yesterday trying to determine the correct coolant to use where Volkswagen "G11" coolant was originally specified... Came across this link, which seems pretty well researched (though I can't vouch for it's accuracy beyond that). http://www.geocities.com/dtmcbride/home_garden/auto/antifreeze.html Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] AC tools
Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I notice that my latest Harbor Freight flier has an AC evacuation > pump, a real one, for $90. #98076 I have one on order, as I mentioned a week or so ago, unfortunately they are currently back-ordered so I guess I need to wait until the next boat from China reaches port. Is it possible to do a proper evacuation and recharge in fall/winter temperatures? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] ADMIN, politics on the list, everyone read
"Bill R" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Ban appreciated, it had gotten far beyond friendly discussion. I actually think it was *fairly* civil for the most part, with a few exceptions. Though I certainly participated in some of the threads, I think the ban is a good idea overall, people who come here looking for MBZ discussion could easily get turned off by the large volumes of mostly off-topic chatter we've had recently. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Awl
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Tom Hargrave wrote: > > But, what do you do with a 55 gallon barrel of engine oil? > > I'm told that Mobil One has an eight month shelf life. (this was in the > context > of the two stroke M1 that was discontinued almost a year ago) I can hardly see how that could be true -- if it "broke down" in 8 months on the shelf, how long would it last in-use inside your engine? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT, my company lays off a ton more people
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > We're laying of 300 people right now, 3 from my group although one will > be retained until the end of the year. Bad news -- I don't recall, who is "we" or what industry or market are you in? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Awl
"andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > What is the oil change interval for Mobil One? Every 6 months regardless > of mileage? The usual advice is to do oil analysis over a period of time and base your change interval on that. I guess there are a lot of variables. Myself, I've never bothered and change it about every 6,000 miles if I'm using M1, or 3,000 miles if I'm using conventional (e.g. Delo). Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] wtf?
Well, pretty clearly the rods bent and they swapped in a V8. "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-350sd-1990-mercedez-benz-350sd_W0QQitemZ170273356767QQihZ007QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem -- 1983 300D ___ 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
[MBZ] no heat
So all of a sudden driving home tonight I have no heat. More precisely, the blower is not working. Hopefully just a fuse -- will check in the light of day. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] erl agin
I think it was less than 12 hours after the politics ban that the first oil thread began. Allan -- 1983 300D On Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:05:36 EDT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: > > ..What is the oil change interval for Mobil One? Every 6 months regardless > > of > > mileage?.. > > > Oh God. Here we go. > > RLE ___ 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] no heat
Checked the fuse this morning and it's fine. In fact it was blue when the card in the fuse box cover called for a red fuse so someone has already tried the Andrew strategy. I got into the car, thumped a fist on the general area of where I imagine the blower is, and it whirred to life. Allan -- 1983 300D "Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Didn't somebody else on the list do that and then complain when their car > caught on fire? > > The 123 heater fan is almost criminally easy to replace... > > -Curt > > Date: Tue, 21 Oct 2008 19:30:50 -0700 > From: "Robert Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [MBZ] no heat > To: "'Mercedes Discussion List'" > Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > Andrew typed: > > "I had an annoying situation with my 1983 300TD blower motor fuse blowing > constantly, so i simply upped the fuse to the next higher level of > amperage. > Worked without a hitch for years!" > > Hope Herr Doktor Booth didn't read that.. > > Bob R > > ___ 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] erl agin
"Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > So do you think that the lobbyists are using Mobil 1 to grease the palms > of the politicans? I think one of the candidates claimed that if we all started using Mobil 1 we'd save enough gasoline to offset drilling in ANWR or something like that Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] erl agin
What is that, synthetic nitrogen? "Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > I use Mobil 1 air in my tires, will that help? But I don't know how > often I should change it, or what weight to use. > > --R > > Allan Streib wrote: > > "Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > > > > > >> So do you think that the lobbyists are using Mobil 1 to grease the palms > >> of the politicans? > >> > > > > I think one of the candidates claimed that if we all started using Mobil > > 1 we'd save enough gasoline to offset drilling in ANWR or something like > > that > > > > Allan > > -- > > 1983 300D > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] erl agin
"Gary Hurst" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > i had a locksmith tell me to put wd-40 in my keyhole. not exactly a > confidence inspiring concept. WD-40 is OK to dry out water, loosen up/flush out dirt, etc. but it has almost no long-term residual effect. It evaporates almost completely. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] erl agin
However, IF you have upgraded your wheel bearings to use M1 grease AND changed ALL YOUR FUSES within the past year THEN you CAN USE Mobil 1 air in your tires AS LONG AS you do NOT exceed their speed rating or your PISTONS will MELT. "Wilton Strickland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Imported directly from Stuttgart. > > Wilton > > - Original Message - > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "Mercedes Discussion List" > Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 2:17 PM > Subject: Re: [MBZ] erl agin > > > > Mobil 1 air is not approved for use on MB cars. Only factory german MB > > air can be used. > > > > Rich Thomas wrote: > > > I use Mobil 1 air in my tires, will that help? But I don't know how > > > often I should change it, or what weight to use. > > > > > > --R > > > > > > Allan Streib wrote: > > >> "Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > > >> > > >> > > >>> So do you think that the lobbyists are using Mobil 1 to grease the > > >>> palms of the politicans? > > >>> > > >> > > >> I think one of the candidates claimed that if we all started using > Mobil > > >> 1 we'd save enough gasoline to offset drilling in ANWR or something > like > > >> that > > >> > > >> Allan > > >> -- > > >> 1983 300D > > >> > > >> > > >> ___ > > >> http://www.okiebenz.com > > >> For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > >> For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > >> > > >> To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > >> http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > >> > > >> > > > ___ > > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > No virus found in this incoming message. > > > Checked by AVG - http://www.avg.com > > > Version: 8.0.175 / Virus Database: 270.8.2/1739 - Release Date: > 10/22/2008 7:23 AM > > > > > > > -- > > Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK > > 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, > > 87 300SDL x2, 86 300E, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, > > 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, > > 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb > > 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 > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] erl agin
"andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > WD-40 is the Wal-Mart of spray lubricants. I refuse to use it any more. The problem is it's not really a lubricant. It is a water displacer (that's what the WD stands for). It's good for drying out a distributor on the side of the road. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] no heat
"Scott Ritchey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Does the fan come on in AC (max cool) or Defrost setting? If you start in > AC/Defrost and switch to heat does the fan stay on? If so, maybe problem is > thermal sensor (or wire) that delays heat function until motor gets warm. No, it would not come on in Defrost that was one of the first things I tried. Fuse was OK, and I got it running again by just thumping the dash a few times. Been working OK since then. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT xp v vista
"LWB250" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > One thing you might want to look at: > > If you've got an 802.11n router and wireless card in your laptop, see > what frequencies they run at. 802.11n will work at both 2.4Ghz and > 5.4Ghz (I think). I would have to go back and check, but one of these > bands is also used by wireless phones. If you've got a wireless phone > handset in your house you may be getting interference with it, which can > compromise your range and/or cause poor (noisy) connections. > I have best luck using the 802.11b protocol even though my wireless router (LinkSys) will also do "g". I also don't secure it other than I am not broadcasting the SSID. "b" is slower than "g", but still faster than my internet connection, so it doesn't matter. It seems much more robust though, for example I had terrible troubles getting my G4 PowerBook to work with 802.11g but it is flawless with 802.11b I don't know if the different protocols have significantly different ranges. IMO anything that will operate beyond your property lines is undesirable anyway. Allan ___ 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
[MBZ] Harbor Freight annoyance
Anyone else have the experience of receiving a shipment from Harbor Freight, thumbing through the enclosed flyer and seeing the SAME items you just ordered on sale for $10 less??? Has happened to me twice now. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] T.Boone or T.Boner, an Okie story.
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > I have no idea how in God's name they're going to get out of this. State > schools > don't exactly have an extra $300 million sitting around. They'll probably have to suck it up and do a bond issue. Typical result of having all your eggs in one basket, same as a lot of the ENRON pensioners did. Allan ___ 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] RE O/T Scamed by FLAPS
Peter Arnold <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > The only slim hope I have of getting my $118 back is that PayPAl was > acting as my agent. I've heard they can be nasty in these cases, time > will tell. Give it plenty of time. Last week I received ACKNOWLEDGEMENT of receipt of a dispute I'd started with Pay Pal back in July. Luckily I'm only dealing with $25 (perhaps they will act faster if a larger amount is in question?) Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Sorta OT, disposal of anti-freeze
The antifreeze can be recycled, but it's also biodegradable and OK to put into the sewer. Not so sure about a septic system, guess it would be OK there too as long as you're not talking about huge quantities. The municipal sewer offers far more dilution though. Allan Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > I am replacing the water pump on the truck, drained the Deathcool, > caught most of it. We live on the marsh, have a septic system, I am > thinking it probably wouldn't be a good idea to put it down the > septic? I can take it into town and pour it in a toilet to the sewer, > or to the auto parts store if they collect it. Any thoughts on best > disposal method? > > GM decided to thread the fan/clutch assembly onto the water pump > shaft, no apparent way to get it off when on the truck, jammed a > screwdriver in the impellers once I removed the whole deal and the > back of the water pump, beat on an adj wrench on the big nut, finally > got it loose. There is a pulley on the shaft flange but the fan assy > is not bolted to it like on the Benz. Score one for the Germans. > > --R > > ___ > 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 > -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Correct lube for plastic-to-plastic contact?
"OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > LubriPlate is often used by repair shops, though I havnt' tried to > source it in a long time. THe MB special grease for the sunroofs comes > to mind as well - though I've not used it for anything else. LubriPlate has an online store... http://www.lubriplate.com/webstore/default.aspx I'm a fan of their "Chain and Cable" spray lube. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT - diesel suburban
"Fmiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > It seems than at Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:21:45 -0500, Kaleb wrote: > > > The 6.2 is pretty decent. Not a power house by any means. In > > a burb it will get 17 all day long, maybe even better. > > That is what I'm hoping for. A noticeable improvement over the > 12 my gasoline gets. Does 17 MPG beat 12MPG when the fuel costs $1,00 more per gallon? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT - diesel suburban
The original poster seemed mostly concerned about MPG, I was simply pointing out that there was more to the equation than that. "ernest breakfield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Allan, > > let's ASSuME we're only talking about cost of fuel here, not all > other costs,... > > the answer is: maybe,... $1/G more than *what*? isn't this just a > math question? without knowing all the variables we can't have a > yes-or-no answer. > seems to me if the percentage of cost difference of the costs of the > fuels is less than the percentage difference of the MPG, yes, it could > be cheaper even if the fuel costs $1/G more. > > > cheers! > e > > > Allan Streib wrote: > > > >> That is what I'm hoping for. A noticeable improvement over the > >> 12 my gasoline gets. > >> > > > > Does 17 MPG beat 12MPG when the fuel costs $1,00 more per gallon? > > > > Allan > > -- > > 1983 300D > > > > > > ___ > > http://www.okiebenz.com > > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > > > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] OT: seeking source for 8mm 12v white LEDs
I am wanting to replace some burned out dash lamps in my VW Vanagon. The lamps in question are for the panels around heat/vent controls. The bulbs I removed are housed in plastic barrels that are 8mm in diameter; the barrels push-fit into a recepticles on the back of the illuminated panels. My thought is to replace them with LEDs, it seems that 8mm is a standard LED size but I'm not sure where to source these. I found this on eBay: http://tinyurl.com/6e2u5k Anyone think those would be appropriate? Or know of any other good sources? I want something approximately as bright as the original lamps and that will dim appropriately if I dim the dash lights. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT: seeking source for 8mm 12v white LEDs
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Might work, they can't be dimmed though... Really? I've got an LED flashlight that gets dim when the batteries go flat. Are there LEDs that are strictly on/off and others that are "dimmable" ? I'm now thinking that I might be able to fit 5mm LEDs into the original bases that held the bulbs. That's about the diameter of the bulb. I don't think directionality is going to be a big deal since it's just illuminating a diffuser that lights up the whole panel. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] I stand corrected -- THIS is a beautiful car
A lot of rust in the trunk, and the engine compartment has not been kept up like the exterior finish. What's with all the guts hanging out under the dash? Donald Snook <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > http://tiny.cc/UBklM > > Donald H. Snook > > > > > ___ > 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 > -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Sorta OT, disposal of anti-freeze
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Someone mentioned people oing something similar to cars in the NE to protect > them from the road salts - spray used motor oil on the underside of cars - > inside rockers, etc to prevent rust - repeat evert 2-3 years depending on > service - > > It's been a few years since I heard that - can't recall from whom - pre > internet though - > > He claimed it worked really well - I suppose it might, as long as you don't mind your car smelling like an oil refinery. I'd think that might be an issue. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Sorta OT, disposal of anti-freeze
VW uses some kind of waxy substance as an undercoating. At least my '91 Jetta had it, on really hot days it would seep out a little. No idea if the dealers carry it for spot retouching... Allan On Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:56:36 -0500, "Fmiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > > > LarryT wrote: > > > Someone mentioned people oing something similar to cars in > > > the NE to protect them from the road salts - spray used > > > motor oil on the underside of cars - inside rockers, etc to > > > prevent rust - repeat evert 2-3 years depending on service - > > > Mitch wrote: > > > > Used motor oil as a rust preventative? Yuck, never heard that > > one before. I've heard of people using used motor oil and STP > > for chain saw bar oil, which is also quite a mess. > > An interesting rustproofing idea I've heard was spraying #2 on > > tractors, leaves a waxy residue, but doesn't attract dust as > > badly as motor oil. Mitch. > > LandRover owners talk about Waxoil. Some make their own with > beeswax and fresh oil. > > -- Philip > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Sorta OT, disposal of anti-freeze
Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: >> Someone mentioned people oing something similar to cars in the NE to >> protect them from the road salts - spray used motor oil on the >> underside of cars - inside rockers, etc to prevent rust - repeat >> evert 2-3 years depending on service - > > I think such 'English undercoating', though messy, works pretty well. > El rusto, the Frankenheap, has no rust under the oil-bath air filter. > The other corner, under the battery, is a different story! More > pertinently, so are the parts of the car that're under nothing. If you apply used Mobil 1 to your rust, it will transform it back to unrusted metal. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] another round of layoffs at the company
"Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > The real issue is that craigslist is taking the air out of a lot of > markets, including autotrader & most local newspapers. Why pay for > something that you can get for free? What has really floored me is this new site, vehix.com, that suddenly started up and has been doing HEAVY television advertising. I mean why at this point would anyone start yet another "cars for sale" web site. I can't see that they really offer anything special -- my guess is that they got a load of funding from a dim-witted venture capitalist, and that they'll be gone in a year or so. Seems like a flashback .com company. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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
[MBZ] HSA/FSA (was Re: another round of layoffs at the company)
HSA - Health Savings Account - the money is yours, there's no "use it or lose it" feature. It's a lot like an IRA: you can invest in mutual funds and you keep the gains (or suffer the losses). Unlike an ordinary IRA you can withdraw from it at any time for health-related expenses. I think at retirement age it basically converts to an ordinary IRA. To open an HSA you are required to have a high-deductible insurance plan. You can do this on your own you don't need an employer to sponsor it, though they can. FSA - Flex Spending Account - money you set aside pre-tax through payroll withholding for expected health expenses, "use it or lose it" in the same year, and you can't invest the money you put into the account. I think these are available only through an employer plan (there may be a self-employed equivalent). The two are quite different, actually. Allan "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > yea, but what happens to the money at the end of the year, does the > employer get to keep it, or does the government? > > Rolf wrote: > > *Your employer is not permitted to refund any part of the balance to you.* > > > > If a HSA is mixed with a very high deductable insurance it can be quite > > a cost savings and work out about even. If you don't get a high > > deductable insurance on top of this you might as well have nothing at all. > > > > Same goes for disability (which I currently do not have). I have drawn > > on short term disability before and let me tell you there would be no > > way I could have paid the house note without it. > > > > -Rolf > > > > > > Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > >> so in a FSA, what happens to the money left at the end of the year? > >> > >> Luther wrote: > >>> FSA: > >>> Flexible spending accounts are "use-it-or-lose-it" plans. This means > >>> that amounts in the account at the end of the plan year cannot be > >>> carried over to the next year. However, the plan can provide for a > >>> grace period of up to 21/2 months after the end of the plan year. If > >>> there is a grace period, any qualified medical expenses incurred in > >>> that period can be paid from any amounts left in the account at the > >>> end of the previous year. Your employer is not permitted to refund > >>> any part of the balance to you. > >>> > >>> HSA: > >>> An HSA is generally exempt from tax. You are permitted to take a > >>> distribution from your HSA at any time; however, ohly those amounts > >>> used exclusively to pay for qualified medical expenses are tax free. > >>> Amounts that remain at the end of the year are generally carried over > >>> to the next year (see /Excess contributions,/ earlier). Earnings on > >>> amounts in an HSA are not included in your income while held in the HSA. > >>> > >>> Mitch Haley wrote: > LarryT wrote: > > Be careful how much you choose to place in the HSA acct -most > > (all?) require you forfeit any money not used. > > Spreading a little Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt, are we? > Are you talking about HSA or FSA? > > I've never heard of a HSA or MSA that had any deadline for spending > the money. > I don't think the rules allow such deadlines. > > Some people view an HSA as a way to put more money into an IRA type > vehicle. > It's deductible when you put it in, and if you take it out and spend > it on non-medical expenses it's taxable when you take it out. So > worst case, it equals an IRA but with no required minimum > distributions. Best case, you spend it on medical expenses or > nursing home insurance and it's never taxable. The trick is finding > an HSA account that allows you to invest the money, instead of > letting it sit there gathering 1% interest. > http://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/p969.pdf > > > ___ > 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 - http://www.avg.com Version: 8.0.175 / Virus > >>> Database: 270.8.5/1755 - Release Date: 10/29/2008 5:27 PM > >>> > >> > > > > > > ___ > > 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 - http://www.avg.com
Re: [MBZ] another round of layoffs at the company
Definitely worth checking out, but the high-deductible plan I have on my HSA does have a prescription plan with "flat pricing" for generics, etc. This is likely different from plan to plan. Allan On Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:31 -0500, "Gary Thompson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > The problem I've experienced with high deductible HSA coverage is in > the way prescription drugs are treated. My company offered this > insurance this year, but have already announced that due to the > extreme employee dis-satisfaction, it will not be offered next year. > > Here's the deal: > When deciding how each of the plans stacked up, I looked back at > previous years medical expenses. There were several prescriptions my > wife has that have been very consistent. It seemed pretty obvious how > to account for these. I ask the local pharmacist how much these cost. > He gives me a number, so that's what I budget. When it comes time to > actually buy these drugs, though, I'm charged anywhere from 4x to 20x > more than what I figured. My HSA account balance goes to near zero, my > medical expenses are through the roof, and I still have along way to > go to meet the deductible. When I start asking the insurance comapny > why the prescriptions are so expensive, I find out just how the > insurance companies have gamed the system. There's more than one price > sheet. There's what the insurance company would pay under their fixed > contracts and then there's what you as an individual would pay. None > of the literature the insurance comapny uses to sell the high > deductible plans mentions your NOT paying the insurace company > negotiated rate. The assumption is you are just paying instead of the > insurance company until your deductible is met, not that you are > paying to subsidize everyone else on non-high deductible plans until > your deductible has been met. > > So far this year, my medical coverage has cost me almost twice what it > would have if I had stayed with the more traditional coverage. > > Gary Thompson > 1995 E320 > > On Thu, Oct 30, 2008 at 8:06 AM, Rolf <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > If a HSA is mixed with a very high deductable insurance it can be quite a > > cost savings and work out about even. If you don't get a high deductable > > insurance on top of this you might as well have nothing at all. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] does this sound like a scam?
Check the full headers of the email and see where it originated. These can be forged, but it's a clue if they look odd. The wording doesn't flow quite right. Where does he purport to be from? "Wilton Strickland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Yes. > > Wilton > > - Original Message - > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: "mercedes Mailing List" ; "Banned List" > <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2008 8:07 AM > Subject: [MBZ] does this sound like a scam? > > > > Hello Kaleb, > > > > Thank you so much for your mail. I glad the vehicle is in good shape. > > is just what i have been looking > > for.I'll take the vehicle for the firm price which really okay by > > me.Please,send your full > > name/address and telephone number so that payment can be arranged and > > sent to you > > > > Can you make yourself available for the shipping company then they > > come for pickup? as soon as i > > get your info i will mail out payment via USPS, this week am very > > serious in buying from you,cos am > > ready and willing. I will send payment soonest. > > > > I await your response soonest > > > > Davis Walter > > -- > > Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK > > 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, > > 87 300SDL x2, 86 300E, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, > > 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, > > 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb > > 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 > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Odd scam?
Could be they just threw the word Diesel into the title so that it would get more hits in search results -- show up for people who are looking for a diesel but maybe they would change their mind? Sleazy tactic, but perhaps effective. I'd say that this is 99.9% chance a HEMI gasser, if it's not an outright scam. Allan On Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:19:15 -0400, "Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Curt Raymond wrote: > > http://worcester.craigslist.org/cto/899175827.html > > Don't know why an SRT8 would be advertised with "Diesel" in the title. > Normally, when somebody posts an email address, no phone number, no > emails > through Craigslist, and a lot price, it's a scam. But in this case the > email > addy is Comcast, not a throwaway address from gmail or yahoo. > Most 2006 SRT8s on Craigslist are at least $10k higher than that one, but > I > haven't found the pics elsewhere yet. > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] 190 gas 5 speed
"Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > What sort of mileage would a 2.3 5 speed get? Did they require > premium in later cars? I thought the 2.3 only needed regular. I thought every MB gasser required premium (at least recommended it). Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] NO MB - OT - Country of Origin - Product Bar Coding -
Interesting, but it seems to me that the "MADE IN ." statement is pretty easy to find on almost anything even without this knowledge. Chuck Landenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Hi All, > > Just some information that I think is important. Not generally > known! > > Origin of product is in every product bar code. Helps decide > where you want your money to go when you buy.. Well, not really go, > but let's you decide which country's products you choose to not > buy... Read on below > > Chuck > Phoenix AZ > >> >> >> Product Bar Coding >> >> >> The whole world is scared of China made 'black hearted goods'. Can >> you differentiate which one is made in the USA , Philippines , >> Taiwan or China ? Yes, now you can! For your Information... the >> first 3 digits of the barcode is the country code wherein the >> product was made. >> >> Sample: all barcodes that start with 690.691.692 until 695 are all >> MADE IN CHINA . >> 471 is Made in Taiwan >> >> >  >> � >> >> This is our human right to know, but the government and related >> departments never educate the public. Therefore, we have to RESCUE >> ourselves. >> >> Nowadays, Chinese businessmen know that consumers do not prefer >> products 'made in china', so they don't show from which country it >> is made. >> >> However, you may now refer to the barcode, remember if the first 3 >> digits is 690-695 then it is Made in China . >> � >> 00 ~ 13 USA & CANADA >> 30 ~ 37 FRANCE >> 40 ~ 44 GERMANY >> 49 ~ JAPAN >> 50 ~ UK >> 57 ~ Denmark >> 64 ~ Finland >> 76 ~ Switzerland and Lienchtenstein >> 628 ~ Saudi-Arabia >> 629 ~ United Arab Emirates >> 740 ~ 745 - Central America >> � >> All 480 Codes are Made in the Philippines. >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> > > ___ > 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 -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Odd scam?
I thought they were using some Italian diesel in the Jeeps Allan -- 1983 300D "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Weill it was flagged and removed, but yes, there was such a thing. Had > the same CDI engine as MB. In fact, you could just buy a MB for the > price they sold for new. ___ 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] GM + Chrysler ?
"Luther" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Could we finally have THE ultimate truck? Chevy body, Allison trans, > and Cumins engine? > > http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27125864/ That merger is akin to combining the Titanic and the Lusitania and thinking that together they will stay afloat. I think that in 5 years the only US automaker still operating will be Ford, unless there's more bailout activity on the part of the government. Allan ___ 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] GM + Chrysler ?
"Chuck Landenberger" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Here's more info: > > http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerberus_Capital_Management > > And Dan Quayle heads one of the international units and on October > 19, 2006, John W. Snow, President George W. Bush's second United > States Secretary of the Treasury, was named chairman of Cerberus. > > And I think that Cerberus owns part of GMAC. > Just the messenger.. And Barney Frank's boyfriend was a big shot at Fannie Mae. And maybe we could do a little research on what all of Clinton's cronies are doing now ___ 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] another round of layoffs at the company
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Sorry - my mistake - I *assumed* (always a bad thing to do) that since > the HSA plans I'd read all req'd forfeiture - that was a total of 5 > planes IIRC - one was federal, one was state and the others private > insurance. FSAs forfeit any unused contributions every year. HSAs do not -- the money is yours The two programs have some similarities, but actually they are fundamentally different. FSAs are best for *foreseeable* medical expenses in the coming year. HSAs allow you to save for both foreseen and unforeseen expenses, and are coupled with a high-deductible insurance plan which serves as protection against catastrophic losses. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 123 chassis "1984" radiator hoses
I don't think those hoses are generally prone to having problems, but if you want to do it -- check the bottom of every list email http://www.buymbparts.com If it's not listed on line, call -- Rusty can probably get them. Allan -- 1983 300D David Hemsley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Hi Folks, > > I am having a difficult time locating all of the coolant hoses for my 1984 > 300D. > > Oh sure I can find the upper and lower radiator hose in minutes but > all the rest of those specific fit "curvy" hoses I don't seem to be > able to locate. > > As this vehicle is 25 years old now I would like to replace all of my > hoses begining with these coolant/heating system hoses. Where are you > all getting your replacement hoses at? I also have an 85 300CD and an > 85 300SD. So all in all I will need three complete sets of > hoses. > > Next Spring I will replace all of the air conditioning system. > > > Dave H... > _ > Stay up to date on your PC, the Web, and your mobile phone with Windows Live. > http://clk.atdmt.com/MRT/go/msnnkwxp1020093185mrt/direct/01/ > ___ > 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 > -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 123 chassis "1984" radiator hoses
David Hemsley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Thanks for the reply and your input. > > I would prefer to replace these things for a couple of reasons both > have to do with selfishness. :) > > I love my 123s and I love my Lady. I figure both are worth spending > the money to keep them going for a long time yet. Let me share with you a story that I just experienced. I have a VW Vanagon. These boxer-engined beasts have fuel injection that sits right above the exhaust pipes. On the Vanagon list I'm on there have been a lot of stories about how the rubber fuel lines age, crack, and then you have a fire, which will probably total your van unless you notice it right away and have a fire extinguisher with you. Anyway, everyone seems to feel it's a "good idea" to replace the fuel lines even though they might look OK. So I did this, using what I thought was good OEM fuel line, and high quality OEM-type crimp-on hose clamps. Not a month later, this line is "disolving" underneath the protective sleeves that protect it from abrasion, and I'm going to have to re-do the whole job. See http://picasaweb.google.com/allanstreib/FuelLine# Sometimes, "if it ain't broke, don't fix it" is a good rule to live by. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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
[MBZ] OT: what kind of tool does push-on "flares"
Is there a commonly available tool that will flare mild steel or copper tubing to accept a rubber hose and clamp? What is the correct name for this type of flare? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT: what kind of tool does push-on "flares"
OK I figured out what I'm looking for is called a tubing beader or tube bead roller. They aren't cheap. http://www.vansantent.com/bead_tool.htm Here's a guy who made one out of a tubing cutter. This is right up my alley but I don't have a lathe to form the die. http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=26213 Would anyone with a lathe be willing to help me out here? Allan Streib <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > Is there a commonly available tool that will flare mild steel or copper > tubing to accept a rubber hose and clamp? What is the correct name for > this type of flare? > > Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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
[MBZ] OT: removing salt corrosion from aluminum
Is there any chemical that will remove the white chalky-looking corrosion from aluminum, I think this is mostly caused by road salt, you see this on manifolds, cases, etc. I've tried wire brushing and it does not seem to do much. Would something like Lime-Away be worth trying? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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
[MBZ] OT: Carvin PA loudspeakers?
Anyone know anything about Carvin loudspeakers? Think $400 is reasonable for a pair of (used) 3-way/400W/15-inch ?? Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] Stealership Excitement
I've NEVER had ANY car at ANY dealer for service where they JUST did what I asked them to do without a phone call and a lot of FUD about ten other things that needed to be done. This is because a) the service writer gets paid on commission and b) I suspect that service is really the money-maker for dealers, I bet their margin on a new car is pretty slim once you pay the sales staff and inventory carrying costs. Allan "John Robbins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Robert Rentfro wrote: > > Anywho..the service guy called and gave me a laundry list of stuff that > > "could stand to be done but weren't pressing". Add totaled, his laundry list > > of stuff, along with the $299 service, added up to a little over a grand. > > Gotta love those service guys. > > Woah! What all did he say needed to be done? > > John > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] flex disks
I assume this all applies to W123 cars as well? I do have a pretty distinctive "klunk" especially on the 3/4 shift if I'm not really under power when that happens Downshifts as well. Allan -- 1983 300D On Mon, 3 Nov 2008 15:22:52 EST, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: > > ...Don, the good news is that flex disk replacements aren't terribly > > expensive... > > > The cost of flex disks is totally irrelevant because a broken front one > can > total the car when the driveshaft starts flailing around. There are some > pictures someplace of the trans area in a car where the driveshaft got > away and it > looked like a bomb went off. Broke the trans and tore holes in the floor. > > At the very least, you will be stranded someplace. > > RLE > > > > > > > > > ** > Plan your next getaway with AOL Travel. Check out Today's Hot > 5 Travel Deals! > (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/10075x1212416248x1200771803/aol?redir=http://travel.aol.com/discount-travel?ncid=emlcntustrav0001) > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] American Diesel
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/904173574.html > > I'm almost considering this one... Must be okay its got a brand new > inspection sticker, MA is fairly picky. I don't think the motors in those GM passenger diesels were ever held up as a model of good engineering. Regardless of whether it passed a safety inspection, those engines are a big part of why the American car-buying public got turned off on the idea of a diesel car. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] OT: Carvin PA loudspeakers?
Yeah that's pretty much it. Cosmetically a bit different but I'd bet it's the same box and internals. Just wondering if anyone knew how well this kind of stuff tends to hold its value. I'm looking at this as a possible opportunity do do a quick eBay flip if I can get a decent price on these. Allan On Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:56:01 -0600, "Fmiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > > Allan wrote: > > > > Anyone know anything about Carvin loudspeakers? Think $400 is > > reasonable for a pair of (used) 3-way/400W/15-inch ?? > > Does it look like this? > https://www.carvinguitars.com/products/single.php?product=LSX1503 > > Depends upon what you want them to do. *smile* Carvin are > mass-market, music-store, impress-them-with-the-spec-sheet type > speakers. Take all the specifications with a grain (or two) of > salt. > > I'm only aware of them making PA type speakers, but maybe the > also make home stereo. > > If you want an inexpensive, box-on-a-speaker-stand for DJ like > uses, they should work. > > The ones I'm aware of do not have good pattern control > and the style of HF horn will mean the frequency response will > vary a lot with listener position. So if you expect them to > sound good, you will likely be disappointed. > > -- Philip > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] Stealership Excitement
Hendrik & Fay <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > They know how to make their money, 7 bucks for windshield juice. I can > just about buy a whole bottle of juice (without the star on it of > course) for that. I watch for sales at < $1.00/gallon and buy cases of it. Normally it sells for $2 - $3/gallon around here. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 300E oil question (I almost hate to ask this!)
"Wonko the Sane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > But in your case, you never own a car long enough to realize the > payback. The investment in Mobil 1 is only cost effective for those > of us who plan to drive a car until the wheels fall off. If you extend your change intervals to the limit (based on oil analysis) it can be cost-effective very quickly. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 300E oil question (I almost hate to ask this!)
"Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > speaking of oil, Im still back and forth with the mobile one thing, > mostly because I dont want to spend that much for oil. But I usually > run delvac 1300 and its gone up to almost $12 for a gallon jug at > wally world. When I can't find Mobil-1 (rare lately, but used to happen more often) I would use Delo 400 which Marshall used to say was an excellent conventional oil for diesels. Not as good as M1, but very good oil, and not nearly as expensive. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 300E oil question (I almost hate to ask this!)
On Tue, 4 Nov 2008 08:17:19 -0800, "Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Wow, learn something new every day. I have an el-cheapo Chinese > generator that I'm rather fond of. 4500W supposedly, looks like a > knockoff of an old Honda engine, and starts on the first pull every > time. It definitely has no oil filter. The owner's manual gives > recommended weights for different temperature ranges (along with spark > plug recommendations, again depending on ambient temperature and > expected load---when was the last time you saw that?), but says > nothing about non-detergent oil. What should I be looking for at > FLAPS? I don't know about FLAPS. Sears stocked it last time I went looking for it. Maybe try a lawn and garden or outdoor equipment shop if they don't. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] this is not about politics, its about voting
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Maybe you can help me understand something? Certain people are not > allowed to vote - felons, illegal aliens, under 18, dead people, etc. How > are those people weeded out of the voting process? In Indiana, you have to be registered, and you have to show a government-issued photo ID at the polling site. BTW I voted this morning, 10 minutes in and out. I vote straight ticket so there's no agonizing over all the choices. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 300E oil question (I almost hate to ask this!)
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Think so? I was rather counting on M1's ability to float and crud around > so I could drain it out later. Unlike a bigger engine with a serious sump > theres not really anywhere good for the crud to settle out to in a small > engine. That's what I recall reading in most of the owner's manuals. Non-detergent, straight 30W oil was typically recommended. I don't know what's worse, having all the dirt in suspension (abrasive) but being able to drain it out, or having it settle out but then maybe sludging up the bottom of the case over time. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] this is not about politics, its about voting
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Allan Streib wrote: > > BTW I voted this morning, 10 minutes in and out. I vote straight ticket > > so there's no agonizing over all the choices. > > See, that's the kind of lazy jerk who should have stayed home. ;-) Anything else I can do to annoy you? I'd be happy to oblige Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] this is not about politics, its about voting
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: > Let's try that again, this time phrased correctly: > I mentioned that I believed the judicial choices were in the 'non-partisan' > section of the ballot, and the poll worker said she thought they were > included in the straight > ticket vote. Here all the judicial choices were "Shall so-and-so be retained? (Yes/No)". I didn't know a damn thing about any of them so I did not vote on those items. That ought to make you happy, at least. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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] 300E oil question (I almost hate to ask this!)
For small engines like that with no oil filter a non-detergent oil is generally recommended. They don't suspend dirt so much, so it tends to settle out instead of remaining in suspension with nothing to ever filter it out. Is there a Mobil-1 for small engines? Allan On Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:26:30 +, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: > My 5hp snow blower convinced me of the goodness of Mobile1. > At 0° it was very difficult to pull start when cold. Once warmed it > would start right up. > I put in Mobile1, Always starts easy. > That's why I ran Delvac1 in my 300SDL for about 100Kmi. > I use Mobile1 in my HHR in respect of it's 10Kmi oil change cycle. > In my PowerChoke, I use Rotella, cheap and starts fine with big duel > batteries. > > Pete ___ 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] Is this out of line?
"OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > My local dealer doubles the MB list price on parts --- Very typical for any shop. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ 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
