Re: [MBZ] weekend cars

2006-01-15 Thread Jim Cathey
http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/124501357.html -- wtf 74 300D? Probably a 280 gasser in there now. I doubt they actually found a 3l to put in there. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Must.... resist.... urge....

2006-01-15 Thread Jim Cathey
... to use ether! -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread OK Don
I've been doing it for years with now apparent ill effects -- On 1/14/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Steve & Marci wrote: > > Attn 123 folks. Is it OK to LIFT under the differential using a floor jack > > (and wood block) ?? > -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK '90 300D 243K, '87 300S

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Ervine
Steve & Marci wrote: Attn 123 folks. Is it OK to LIFT under the differential using a floor jack (and wood block) ?? Yes, it's okay. -- John L. Ervine 1981 240D 4-spd 268+kmi 1980 300TD 170+kmi 1980 300SD 277+kmi 1977 280S 4-spd 80+kmi

Re: [MBZ] weekend cars

2006-01-15 Thread Mitch Haley
redghost wrote: > > http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123764283.html -- 81 240GD I'm not a 4x4 fan, but that's one nice looking GD. He wants to trade it for a TD or TE. I wonder if that's a straight trade, or he wants money too.

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread LT Don
You could say that about a LOT of things, Don. On 1/15/06, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I've been doing it for years with now apparent ill effects -- > > > -- 1977 240D 1983 VW Quantum turbo diesel 5-speed 1972 Honda CB-500K motorcycle http://www.airamericaradio.com/listen

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread LT Don
I have learned something then. On 1/15/06, John Ervine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Steve & Marci wrote: > > Attn 123 folks. Is it OK to LIFT under the differential using a floor > jack > > (and wood block) ?? > > Yes, it's okay. > > -- > John L. Ervine > 1981 240D 4-spd 268+kmi > 1980 300TD 17

Re: [MBZ] Must.... resist.... urge....

2006-01-15 Thread LT Don
Cider House Rules! On 1/15/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > ... to use ether! > > -- Jim > > > ___ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubs

Re: [MBZ] Tschuss

2006-01-15 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On 1/14/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Alex Chamberlain wrote: > > Adopted, yes. Adopted correctly, no. Microsoft's user-interface > > bozos were too stupid to realize that the "command" or "open apple" > > key on the Mac and Apple II was not the same as the "control" key but > >

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Ervine
LT Don wrote: I have learned something then. There are a couple really nice jack points on w123s depending on need: Both front tires? Front crossmember. Both rear tires? Differential. One front tire? Frame rail behind the factory jack point. One rear tire? Subframe bushing plate (just wat

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread LT Don
I cheat. Brother-in-law has the keys to the local Goodyear dealership (he is head mechanic), so when "crawl under the car" stuff comes up, we just use the lift. On 1/15/06, John Ervine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > LT Don wrote: > > > I have learned something then. > > There are a couple really n

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Ervine
LT Don wrote: I cheat. Brother-in-law has the keys to the local Goodyear dealership (he is head mechanic), so when "crawl under the car" stuff comes up, we just use the lift. Me too. A two-post offset screw-type lift makes under-car work a snap. It's great when you need to do stuff like, oh,

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread LT Don
I gotta try that someday. Of course, "wife" [someone on here best described it as She Who Must Be Appeased] almost choked when I trailer home the project, better known as Car Number Four With Three Drivers. ... She's gonna crap when I buy the Gold Wing this summer and refuse to sell the CB-500K [un

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Ervine
LT Don wrote: I gotta try that someday. Of course, "wife" [someone on here best described it as She Who Must Be Appeased] almost choked when I trailer home the project, better known as Car Number Four With Three Drivers. ... She's gonna crap when I buy the Gold Wing this summer and refuse to sell

Re: [MBZ] Must.... resist.... urge....

2006-01-15 Thread Rick Knoble
JUst buy it Rick Knoble '85 300 CD - Original Message - From: "redghost" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, January 14, 2006 2:44 PM Subject: [MBZ] Must resist urge http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/124882537.html maybe Jim ne

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Hendrik Riessen
I seem to remember the 450's only came with autos due to the high torque. Hendrik - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, January 15, 2006 9:53 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] old mystery car In a message dated 1/14/2006 1:47:30 P.M. US Mountain S

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread LT Don
Bring me one of your cars. You might as well ... no, sorry, this is NOT Banned. :-) On 1/15/06, John Ervine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > LT Don wrote: > > I gotta try that someday. Of course, "wife" [someone on here best > described > > it as She Who Must Be Appeased] almost choked when I trail

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread Hendrik Riessen
Not a problem, just make sure that it is centred on the very bottom of the diff. Also make sure your front wheels are blocked and of course do not get under a car that is only supported on a hydraulic jack. Plenty of people do but it is a gamble. Hendrik - Original Message - From: "S

Re: [MBZ] Rare 300D (W123) test film from 1976 German TV

2006-01-15 Thread Hendrik Riessen
Perhaps one of our better deutsch speakers could produce a transcript of the more important parts, like the cross wind test. The test involves the 123 driving at 100kmh through a 100kmh cross wind and the deviation is then measured. Mostly the bloke goes on about how good it is and that there i

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread Steve & Marci
Well thats what I've done since I've had 123s also, but I've heard roomers that its a no no. It is easy to do, for sure. There is a discussion over on the web forum and some, what Ive considered, pretty knowledgeable folks saying its not a good idea. Just wondering if anyone around here would

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
there are no factory v8 sticks redghost wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/124629311.html stick shift V8 euro 2500 wonder what it is -- Clay Seattle Bioburner 1972 220D - Gump 1995 E300D - Cleo 1987 300SDL - POS - DOA The FSM would drive a Diesel Benz _

[MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
Is it necessary to have a temporary permit to drive a newly-purchased car home, in WA? In MI, where I used to live, it's legal to drive without a plate to the "first place of storage," but I can't find any info on whether that's legal here.

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Engine Compression/TriStar reputation

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have seen many a diesel that needed to be tow started then ran fine afterwards. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 1/14/2006 1:28:57 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: So for those of us not as mechanically inclined as most of the list, it's a big time m

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
that is the preferred method. Steve & Marci wrote: Attn 123 folks. Is it OK to LIFT under the differential using a floor jack (and wood block) ?? Regards Steve "85" Euro 240D, 5 spd manual, 110K "79" 240D, 5 spd manual, 20K on eng rebuild "94" Dodge/Cummins PU, 100K "82" TD project

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Marshall Booth
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: there are no factory v8 sticks I saw a 4 speed 126 or 116 V8 (can't recall which) conversion a few years ago at a MBCA tech session in northern VA. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL P

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
AFAIK, you can never drive here in WA without either some visible plates or a temp permit. You must also be able to provide proof of insurance should you be pulled over. On 1/14/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Is it necessary to have a temporary permit to drive a newly-purchased >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
This state also requires plates, both front and back. On 1/14/06, Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > AFAIK, you can never drive here in WA without either some visible > plates or a temp permit. You must also be able to provide proof of > insurance should you be pulled over. Casey Olympia, WA

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Is that at mats place? How big is his shop anyways? Im on the lookout for one here. John Ervine wrote: LT Don wrote: I cheat. Brother-in-law has the keys to the local Goodyear dealership (he is head mechanic), so when "crawl under the car" stuff comes up, we just use the lift. Me too.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
this was discussed in great length, simply put, you are fine. If you do get pulled over just show the cop your bill of sale. David Brodbeck wrote: Is it necessary to have a temporary permit to drive a newly-purchased car home, in WA? In MI, where I used to live, it's legal to drive without a

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread tom savage
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: there are no factory v8 sticks The holy grail 3.5 mit stick combo was available in the 107, 108, 109, and 116. AFAIK they were all four-speeds, and of course, they are very very rare. Here's one: http://www.oursl.com/listing-forms/listings-det.php?op=showdet&aid=1

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Ervine
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Is that at mats place? How big is his shop anyways? Im on the lookout for one here. Yes, this was at Mat's shop. Mat is extremely amazing/creative on moving cars into and out of his shop. Of course, the odd Citroen tends to make one that way... -- John L. Ervine

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Robert & Tara Ludwick
If you drive anything in WA that isn't the way they want it, be prepared to be pulled over and have your entire life gone through. Not worth it, get whatever transit goodies that you need to be legal and they'll most likely leave you alone. -Robert Brodbeck wrote: Is it necessary to have

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread Marshall Booth
David Brodbeck wrote: Steve & Marci wrote: Attn 123 folks. Is it OK to LIFT under the differential using a floor jack (and wood block) ?? Absolutely ok with cars with dual half axles (114/115/116/123/126/124/201/202, etc.). May not be acceptable with cars with a single swing axles (110/111/1

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Desert Rat
A Trip Permit is required but is good only in the State of WA. Other States issue a permit that is valid in all States. I was advised to stop in OR and obtain another permit as I headed South to CA. At least that is the way it was 4 years ago. WA always needs to be a little different. On 1/14/06

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Jim Cathey
Is it necessary to have a temporary permit to drive a newly-purchased car home, in WA? In MI, where I used to live, it's legal to drive without a plate to the "first place of storage," but I can't find any info on whether that's legal here. When in doubt, follow the money. WA sells temporary p

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread Peter Frederick
I think you can jack on the pivot bracket safely on the swing axle cars, at least I have done so. The pivot bracket is bolted to the bottom of the trunk via a large rubber mount (that probably needs to be replaced by now!). DO NOT jack on the differential itself, though! It's better, though,

Re: [MBZ] Rare 300D (W123) test film from 1976 German TV

2006-01-15 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Sat, 14 Jan 2006 07:32:48 -0500 Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Go to that page, and there are buttons to select your download. > Hit the "Free" button. Wait about 40 seconds. When a graphic image > of three characters appears, retype them in the box to the right, > and click on the "s

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
Robert & Tara Ludwick wrote: > If you drive anything in WA that isn't the way they want it, be prepared > to be pulled over and have your entire life gone through. Not worth it, > get whatever transit goodies that you need to be legal and they'll most > likely leave you alone. The reason I aske

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
Jim Cathey wrote: > That is, a driver that you just bought is fine. Some > resurrected hulk, or say, a Mog from Germany, and you need the > temp permit. But won't the previous owner take off their plates when I buy the car? Or do they stay with the car, here?

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
Tell us where the car is currently. If the car is purchased here in WA, unless they're vanity plates, they'll stay with the car. Other states may pull them, but not typically here in WA. On 1/14/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Jim Cathey wrote: > > That is, a driver that you just

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
Zeitgeist wrote: > Tell us where the car is currently. If the car is purchased here in > WA, unless they're vanity plates, they'll stay with the car. Other > states may pull them, but not typically here in WA. It's currently in WA. Michigan, where I used to live, required the seller to pull the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Jim Cathey
But won't the previous owner take off their plates when I buy the car? Or do they stay with the car, here? Here in WA, plates stay with the car. (Unless 'special', like vanity plates or WW2 veterans, etc.) -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Robert & Tara Ludwick
Most states you just go to the motor vehicle dept with copy of your current insurance card( it's good on new purchase for 10 days, if you really want to impress them, get the new cars VIN# and get it on your insurance ahead of time and have them fax you a card for the car, it makes things go

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Robert & Tara Ludwick
Even if the plates stay with the car, best to take care of temp registration for your own protection, if the PO has a stack of parking tickets or worse on that tag, you'll be taking an unscheduled vacation. -Robert David Brodbeck wrote: Zeitgeist wrote: Tell us where the car is cu

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread Fmiser
rumor has it that Loren wrote: > Gateways seem to be disasters, Dells , as you say have problems, and I > know of problems with sony and toshiba too. Nobody I know uses thinkpads, > and they are no longer IBM. > > Bummer Doesn't leave much to choose from except no-names > > This old del

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Hendrik Riessen
I think you will find the 350SL/C had a manual option. But I could be wrong. Hendrik - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Sunday, January 15, 2006 12:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] old mystery car there

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Hendrik Riessen
I have seen a 450SLC converted to manual to rally. It is owned by Joe Alexander and he was not happy because they bumped him into modified class because the 450's never came with manual, I seem to remember him saying that he pulled the gearbox out of a 350SLC. Plus there are lots of instances of

[MBZ] Some ideas for your 123's

2006-01-15 Thread Hendrik Riessen
Don't look Vince:-) http://32.freebb.com/w123universe/w123universe-article13.html Hendrik who has just a little bit more taste than that

[MBZ] Mog

2006-01-15 Thread Jim Cathey
It's not a beauty, but it looks like it might be a worker. Dunno what his reserve might be. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4605086642 -- Jim

[MBZ] 123 air dam

2006-01-15 Thread Karl Wittnebel
OK, this may be totally frivolous, but I was driving home at 70mph last night against a 40mph headwind, wondering if there is anything I can do to improve the 123 wagon's aerodynamics. Only thing that came to mind was a front air dam, as I've heard that a relatively large percentage of the drag

[MBZ] 240D Manny for $800

2006-01-15 Thread Peter Arnold
Check this out: http://hartford.craigslist.org/car/121713412.html -- Peter T. Arnold Windsor, Connecticut U.S.A. 1987 Mercedes 300SDL, 234 Kmi on Delvac1, changes when f-soot is 2% 1995 Ford F-250 W/PSD, 192 Kmi on Rotella @ 5 Kmi Changes 2002 PT Cruizer, 77 Kmi, Every 5 Kmi with what's on sa

Re: [MBZ] Mog

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
Dennis needs that, badly. It'd be great for climbing his steep driveway in the winter. On 1/15/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > It's not a beauty, but it looks like it might be a worker. > Dunno what his reserve might be. > > http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ite

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
The problem with getting the insurance ahead of time is that if you show up and the car is a POS and you dont buy it, then you have to cancel the insurance. In OK and many other states Im sure if you buy insurance on a car then cancel it within 6 months or so, the state will suspend your licens

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Not if you have a bill of sale. Robert & Tara Ludwick wrote: Even if the plates stay with the car, best to take care of temp registration for your own protection, if the PO has a stack of parking tickets or worse on that tag, you'll be taking an unscheduled vacation. -Robert David B

Re: [MBZ] Some ideas for your 123's

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
oh my Hendrik Riessen wrote: Don't look Vince:-) http://32.freebb.com/w123universe/w123universe-article13.html Hendrik who has just a little bit more taste than that ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.c

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread John Ervine
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: there are no factory v8 sticks The 3.5L V8 would like a word with you, sir. -- John L. Ervine 1981 240D 4-spd 268+kmi 1980 300TD 170+kmi 1980 300SD 277+kmi 1977 280S 4-spd 80+kmi

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea I forgot about those. John Ervine wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: there are no factory v8 sticks The 3.5L V8 would like a word with you, sir. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE, 85 300D, 84 250 LWB, 83 300TD, 81 300TD, 81 240D, 81 240D, 76 450SEL, 7

[MBZ] Some ideas for your 123's

2006-01-15 Thread Steve & Marci
Oh Geeez, think I'm gona be sickArrr, barf :-$ thats a disgusting thing to look at before breakfast. Steve Don't look Vince:-) http://32.freebb.com/w123universe/w123universe-article13.html Hendrik who has just a little bit more taste than that

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread Jim Cathey
In OK and many other states Im sure if you buy insurance on a car then cancel it within 6 months or so, the state will suspend your license. Well, we do this every few months or so when we switch our active set of cars around. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] old mystery car

2006-01-15 Thread Marshall Booth
John Ervine wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: there are no factory v8 sticks The 3.5L V8 would like a word with you, sir. The 116 350SE/SEL (1972-1980) were available with manual transmissions (automatics were extra cost options) but NOT in the US. Marshall -- Marshall Booth (wh

Re: [MBZ] Some ideas for your 123's

2006-01-15 Thread tom savage
Steve & Marci wrote: Oh Geeez, think I'm gona be sickArrr, barf :-$ thats a disgusting thing to look at before breakfast. In that case, make absolutely sure you don't click here:http://thomas.savage.org/hydros.jpg If it is Playboy you seek and not snuff, this guy has collected the who

Re: [MBZ] man, I wanted this

2006-01-15 Thread Hans Neureiter
Shipping would kill me. On 1/14/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hans -- > > Would that really make a dent in your monthly discretionary income? :-) > > Don > > > On 1/14/06, Hans Neureiter <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > > > > http://cgi.ebay.com/MOOSE-ANIMAL-HUNT-RIFLE-GUN-WOOD-FOR

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread jjayj
good morning...just spoke with the state patrol office and was told: 1.if the car has a current tag, nothing more needed unless purchased as a wreck 2. insurance is technically required, but it depends on the trooper who stops you if this is inforced on the drive home (bill of sale and proximit

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread Sunil Hari
anyone out there in want/need of a 14" iBook? I bought it for school this year, but have had no use for it. 1.42 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 60GB HD. OS X Tiger and Microsoft Office X already installed. On 1/15/06, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > The toughbook series has a good reputation, though it

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread Lee Einer
I may be taking a job for a local newspaper which does everything on a MAC OSX platform. If I get the job, I may be in the market for a Mac. How much are you asking for it? Lee Sunil Hari wrote: anyone out there in want/need of a 14" iBook? I bought it for school this year, but have had no

[MBZ] 123 vacuum challenges?

2006-01-15 Thread Richard Murdoch
Hello everyone it has been a while since I have been able to keep up with the list and even worse what needs to be done to our vehicles. Our 82TDt (300D turbo wagon) runs fine first time it is started after sitting a while. If it is shut down briefly or sits for a short time it becomes very s

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Engine Compression

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 03:57 US/Eastern, Brian Chase wrote: My indy said it's going to cost some $160 to run the compression test - said it'd have to be hooked up to the tranny, etc. Seems unreasonable, but again, it's a gamble not to do it. There is no justification for a price o

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread Sunil Hari
make me an offer, and it's yours. On 1/15/06, Lee Einer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I may be taking a job for a local newspaper which does everything on a > MAC OSX platform. If I get the job, I may be in the market for a Mac. > > How much are you asking for it? > > Lee > > Sunil Hari wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] 123 vacuum challenges?

2006-01-15 Thread Peter Frederick
Likely the AC compressor is toast -- try turning the clutch by hand -- if it's abnormally stiff, you need to replace it -- this is a big job, sadly, and the system usually is full of crap that will kill a new compressor pretty fast. More likely is a bad belt, though. The AC compressor is not

Re: [MBZ] I need your opinions on this HF oil extractor!

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 11:33 US/Eastern, dave walton wrote: I'm curious what they use the air pressure for. Venturi vacuum? -Dave Walton 94S350, 99E300 I didn't open the link but from your question, I can imagine that it is the type I am familiar to working with. The air pressure for

Re: [MBZ] I need your opinions on this HF oil extractor!

2006-01-15 Thread Peter Frederick
However, the topsider type suction tools DO allow you to change the oil without crawling under the car! Not that I have one -- silly for me, as most of my cars have canister oil filters that cannot be removed from above anyway. Peter

Re: [MBZ] Must.... resist.... urge....

2006-01-15 Thread redghost
I missed that. Did he use ether in the engine? Scrap if he did. On Saturday, January 14, 2006, at 04:05 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: ... to use ether! -- Jim ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For use

Re: [MBZ] weekend cars

2006-01-15 Thread redghost
if it is around here, probably straight trade. Small gutless 4x with no hauling space. He may need something to haul kids and carpool On Saturday, January 14, 2006, at 04:45 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: redghost wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/car/123764283.html -- 81 240GD I'm not a 4x

Re: [MBZ] Must.... resist.... urge....

2006-01-15 Thread redghost
Charlize Theron drool On Saturday, January 14, 2006, at 04:17 PM, LT Don wrote: Cider House Rules! On 1/15/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: ... to use ether! -- Jim ___ http://www.striplin.net For new parts see official list sponsor: http://w

[MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-15 Thread B Dike
Dieselvolks, We're contemplating a 220D project. Questions: 1. How does the 0-60 time compare to the 240D? 2. Is there any significant advantage in fuel economy over the 240D? 3. Are there any other major differences between the W115 220D and 240D? Thanks, Bruce 82 300CD 33

Re: [MBZ] Growling clutch, 300TD

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 16:27 US/Eastern, Euan wrote: So what might this be, do you think? Euan throw-out bearing. Johnny B I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] Growling clutch, 300TD

2006-01-15 Thread l02turner
Sounds like the release bearing. It may growl for a long time while continuing to work as it's only wearing when the pedal is depressed. Then again, if it's falling apart instead of just running dry it could fail immediately. Now, what is likely to happen next - when it goes to the shop they

[MBZ] OT: Browser that's a close approximation of IE page displays?

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
Yet another computer related question. I'm working (on a Sunday!!!), and the legislative bill tracking webpage I'm working with doesn't display correctly in either Firefox or Netscape 8.0. A while back I managed to delete IE from my machine, or at least to disable it from loading somehow. I'd ra

Re: [MBZ] plastic oil sucker

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 16:50 US/Eastern, Karl Wittnebel wrote: Mighty Vac. 8.8L capacity. Toolsource has the whole line of Mighty Vac products. Of course you can do the same with a carbuoy and a vacuum cleaner, but then you have an oily carbuoy and hoses sitting around. Haven't bought

Re: [MBZ] OT: Buying a car in WA

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > good morning...just spoke with the state patrol office and was told: > > 1.if the car has a current tag, nothing more needed unless purchased as a > wreck > > 2. insurance is technically required, but it depends on the trooper who stops > you if this is inforced on t

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 18:25 US/Eastern, Steve & Marci wrote: Attn 123 folks. Is it OK to LIFT under the differential using a floor jack (and wood block) ?? Yes. Johnny B I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] 123 air dam

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
Karl Wittnebel wrote: > 1) Are functional aftermarket air dams still available for 123s? I > know racers used them some time ago. > > 2) Anybody know whether they might improve mileage on the hwy? Unlikely. An air dam, in fact, will probably *increase* drag by adding more frontal area. The id

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 18:42 US/Eastern, LT Don wrote: Why would you do that, unless you are replacing the differential? Lots of good jack points available that are not part of the drivetrain. ... Or am I missing something obvious? It is the best point to jack from, especially if mo

Re: [MBZ] OT: Browser that's a close approximation of IE page displays?

2006-01-15 Thread David Brodbeck
Zeitgeist wrote: > I'm working (on a Sunday!!!), and the legislative bill tracking > webpage I'm working with doesn't display correctly in either Firefox > or Netscape 8.0. A while back I managed to delete IE from my machine, > or at least to disable it from loading somehow. I'd rather not > down

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-15 Thread redghost
Depends on if the 220D is a stick or auto. Stick will beat the 240 every day. I guess the 240 stick would do the same. Gump is able to get 30mpg most tanks. I think that has more to do with not having anything else using HP. The 240 would have AC, PS, and who knows what else they can toss

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
My '73 220D w/PS consistently got 30mpg, no matter how I drove it. I prefer the looks of the W115 220D to the W115 240D--more rounded hood slope and non-federal bumpers. On 1/15/06, redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Depends on if the 220D is a stick or auto. Stick will beat the 240 > every d

Re: [MBZ] OT: Browser that's a close approximation of IE page displays?

2006-01-15 Thread Zeitgeist
Thanks, Opera seems to be loading the page better, but still not exactly the same as IE. It is allowing my to see some critical tables that Firefox/Netscape didn't, which means I can actually get some real work done now. On 1/15/06, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > You could try Opera,

Re: [MBZ] Lifting the rear end of a W123

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Saturday, Jan 14, 2006, at 23:05 US/Eastern, Peter Frederick wrote: DO NOT jack on the differential itself, though! HUH? Johnny B I Mac Therefore I am

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-15 Thread Marshall Booth
B Dike wrote: Dieselvolks, We're contemplating a 220D project. Questions: 1. How does the 0-60 time compare to the 240D? 2. Is there any significant advantage in fuel economy over the 240D? 3. Are there any other major differences between the W115 220D and 240D? The 220D is abou

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread mykd1
Panasonic Toughbooks are everything they say they are, hell the military uses them in the field and law enforcement equips vehicles with them. damn good laptop, but you'll pay big $$ for one. worth it though 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda M

Re: [MBZ] 220D Questions

2006-01-15 Thread Peter Frederick
The 220D is a bit slower and a bit less thirsty. The W123 will be slower yet and more thirsty, although not by much. A good condition 220D with auto should get 32 mpg, about -- add a couple for a stick (desirable, as the auto is SLOW!) Other than the displacement, the 220D and 240D w115

[MBZ] vacuum door locks 1982 300TD wagon

2006-01-15 Thread MICHAEL ESH
Vacuum Door locks - do not function. I think the lines in the engine bay may have been disconnected by PO I am not sure and I do not have any diagrams or pictures to look at. Is there a site with good pictures, etc. or is there a good book I should be purchasing? There are two yellow lines

Re: [MBZ] OT: Browser that's a close approximation of IE page displays?

2006-01-15 Thread dave walton
You have not deleted ie, but perhaps removed/hidden access to it. The basic functionality is embedded and required by the operating system. The core DLL's are referenced by os calls. If you delete the DLL's, the OS will crash - more than usual. If you dislike it that much, try Linux. -Dave Walton

[MBZ] Re jacking the W123 rear up

2006-01-15 Thread Steve & Marci
Thanks all, for the feed back, seems that question has been settled. Regards Steve "85" Euro 240D, 5 spd manual, 110K "79" 240D, 5 spd manual, 20K on eng rebuild "94" Dodge/Cummins PU, 100K "82" TD project wagon "64" VW Bug "65" D15, AC tractor

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread BillR
If you're going to be in that range I'll give you $50. But you guys sort it out first, and if it doesn't go put me on the 'next' list. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD EM 270k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Ed Booher Sent: Sun

Re: [MBZ] Replacement Engine Compression

2006-01-15 Thread Brian Chase
Good info about the compression test pricing. I agree. I won't have it done for that much. To answer your question, I'm paying $900 for a supposedly 105k engine. They say they usually charge 1,000 - 1,100 for that engine, but someone initially quoted me 900, and when I told them that, they said

Re: [MBZ] Q for the Mac guys

2006-01-15 Thread John Berryman
On Sunday, Jan 15, 2006, at 13:59 US/Eastern, Sunil Hari wrote: anyone out there in want/need of a 14" iBook? I bought it for school this year, but have had no use for it. 1.42 GHz, 512 MB RAM, 60GB HD. OS X Tiger and Microsoft Office X already installed. Maybe. Hit me off-list. Johnny B

[MBZ] Double dose of anti-water today!

2006-01-15 Thread Curt Raymond
I put a whole bottle of Power Service Diesel Suppliment in Hammie today. So thats plenty to treat 50 gallons in about 15 gallons of fuel. "Why would you do a stupid thing like that?" You might ask. Well yesterday when I got home from work it was 55F and raining. Right now 28 hours later its 4