My last commercial power bill had me paying 9.349 cents/kwh. Tell me more
about the Lister debate...when I can finally get one, I don't want to be
shut out.
Chris Kueny ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
78 Chevy Custom deluxe
'85 300TD
'02 Subaru Outback
Otherwise here with electricity at 6.33 cents a
The USA EPA changed the rules for small engines in January 2007. It's
possible many engines made outside of the USA can no longer be imported.
Testing and modifications of course takes time and $, also maybe the
supplier couldn't careless about selling small engines into the USA
anymore.
John M McIntosh wrote:
After clocking 60 hours of gas generator use in dec here in the
pacific NW I look at the various generator options just to understand
the market.
I'd be on the lookout for a 3 cyl Kubota powered Cub Cadet, like a 782D.
I sometimes see them for $1000-1500, but that's
Here in Ohio, the utility companies are only required to pay the
wholesale rate if you generate excess and run the meter backwards
(2-3cents per kwh). You are also required to use an approved
disconnect that uncouples your generator if the grid power fails. They
are expensive. You cannot use a
Tinted Window wings? I think they are tinted more green than gray.
Not clear.
On Jan 6, 2007, at 5:41 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
Explain Grays? Both wing windows are there
Umm, they would be gray? In color.
are 1972 model year doors in that nasty cream/white color.
And that would be the
That makes sense from a safety standpoint, and is part of the barrier to
entry.
Chris Kueny ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
78 Chevy Custom deluxe
'85 300TD
'02 Subaru Outback
You are also required to use an approved
disconnect that uncouples your generator if the grid power fails. They
are expensive.
JFC! $10k!?!?
Gump is getting a rattle can spray and I will post her on eBay for that
cash
On Jan 7, 2007, at 11:43 AM, Donald Snook wrote:
Ebay Item # 260073393513
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/45k-ORIGINAL-MILES-PRICE-TO-SELL-THE-
BEST
I seem to have a leak somewhere around the injection pump on my 87 300TD.
The car is on my ramps in the garage so I cleaned up the area and I THINK
it may be leaking from the shaft of the shutoff arm on the injection pump
manual shutoff valve. Is this possible? Or likely? And more important is
it
Had to do the guess the model with SWMBA today. Says she saw a really
cute car the other day and it had curvy fenders and was really a cute
mercedes. It was old and really cute.
Great. Thanks, that told me a whole bunch. Tried to narrow it by
asking if the headlights were stacked or side
Since I am now looking for w116 to sucker her into getting, here is a
list of interesting cars
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/258727599.html -- Todd? 64 220s
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/259116149.html -- 77 6.9
http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/car/258610338.html -- 59
Lister cycle engines are low compression, dirty, and make lots of smoke
along with burning quite a bit of fuel for the output generated.
Simple to make and repair, which is why they are in use in the third
world, but very much an environmental problem.
Peter
Actually it's just a plain-Jane 10v fiver--bulletproof, but boring.
Just to clarify, the Audi 5000 diesels were also fivers, not the VW/Audi
sixers found in the Volvos and VW LT trucks.
On 1/7/07, kevin kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Is this the one equipped with the 20 valve 5 banger? I can
The old Speedsters were originally made as a less expensive version of
the 356 - it was stripped of many comforts with a windshield 1/2 the height
of
the original and it sold for $3495.
$2995. Designed and built thanks to the efforts of Max Hoffman. I haven't
seen one over 100Gs yet, but
On Sun, 7 Jan 2007 17:46:48 -0600 Zoltan Finks
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
So it would follow that on a mechanical-injection engine, there is no
preheating of fuel, and so any fuel that enters as a result of pumping
is as cold as the fuel that enters without pumping.
I'm assuming that an 83
Pretty common since 1997 in most MB models. One plug's firing leads the other
and they switch in the next firing stroke. Why? Who knows. Those of us with
M-112 engines get to buy 12 plugs when change time rolls around at 100K.
RLE
Diesel injection pumps usually default to full fuel delivery at start
-- no need to put the pedal down, the pump is already set for wide
open.
Peter
I am curious about this stuff - not trying to nit-pick, so indulge my
further questioning if time allows.
When you say that depressing the pedal determines how much fuel is delivered
into the injection lines, I'm assuming you mean the level that the pedal is
*held at during cranking*, not simply
There are three reasons that I know of for twin plugs.
In aircraft, you have a redundant ignition system just in case one fails.
No-one wants airplanes falling out of the sky.
In rotary engines, the combustion chamber is very long narrow two sparks
are needed to complete combustion.
In
What is the reason that the user's manual, and some folks I've heard, say
that in cold weather, press pedal to floor once before running the starter?
I've heard the terminology resetting the rack regarding this.
Also, when it's cold, I know that you need to have that pedal down so that
when the
I do like the look/FEEL of the W116, but you're right about the W115 being
cuter. There will be some day when one graces the driveway, one with a
working blower motor.
Kevin in Hillsboro, OR
1983 300SD 265K miles, Ursula
on 1/7/07 9:20 PM, Redghost at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
WHAT THE F??? Those are not cute in the least! Nothing at all like
Gump for cute! Wonder if I can get her to approve acquisition?
Well, you either love or hate the w116, it seems to be that way. I love 'em.
I have never seen any
The W116 is VERY prone to severe rust, a known problem even in Europe.
It is also somewhat heavier than the W126 -- the latter chassis is the
first one in which MB used thinner higher strength steel rather than
plain hot-roll. Better strength, less weight, and very much better
corrosion
On Sun, 7 Jan 2007 22:27:12 -0600 Zoltan Finks
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I am curious about this stuff - not trying to nit-pick, so indulge my
further questioning if time allows.
When you say that depressing the pedal determines how much fuel is
delivered into the injection lines, I'm
On Sun, 7 Jan 2007 21:56:27 -0600 Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED]
wrote:
Diesel injection pumps usually default to full fuel delivery at start
-- no need to put the pedal down, the pump is already set for wide
open.
I don't have time to re-read the engine manual's section on how the
I know!
Brian
84 Saab 900 8 valve non-turbo
Curt wrote:
I was surprised how peppy it felt for being such a small engine, (clip)
Pretty common since 1997 in most MB models. One plug's firing leads
the other
and they switch in the next firing stroke. Why? Who knows.
Probably equalizes local temperature distribution and internal
engine wear. But I'm just guessing.
-- Jim
Lister cycle engines are low compression, dirty, and make lots of smoke
along with burning quite a bit of fuel for the output generated.
My understanding is that they are actually quite fuel-efficient,
at least as used for modest amounts of backup power. And they run
forever.
-- Jim
WHAT THE F??? Those [116] are not cute in the least! Nothing at all
like Gump for cute! Wonder if I can get her to approve acquisition?
I'm with her on that one. I really like the looks of the 116,
along with its contemporary the 107. Someday maybe...
Maybe a nice 6.9? Retrofit a 126
Indeed it does. Thanks
Brian
83 240D
On 1/7/07, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
On Sun, 7 Jan 2007 22:27:12 -0600 Zoltan Finks
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I am curious about this stuff - not trying to nit-pick, so indulge my
further questioning if time allows.
When you say that
Tinted Window wings? I think they are tinted more green than gray.
Not clear.
Paint, Clay. Gray _paint_!
Oh, and that green tint to the windows upsets me. The ones
on the Frankenheap are water-clear, and my 'new' un-etched
replacements are greenish and don't match. I've been watching
for
Planning to import so called ' crated' engines for a 1958 and a 1965 Chevy
Impala convertible .
currently these have straight six engines as were fitted to most GM export
models of that vintage.
what common V-8 engine should be ordered for these cars ?
I am sure some on the list will
He sure likes playing with his camera!
Thanks,
Tom Hargrave
www.kegkits.com
256-656-1924
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On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks
Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2007 11:44 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: [MBZ] 87 TD for sale
I
Phew! Just got done skimming the website devoted to selling this wagon. They
lay it on very thickly!
Funny - I seem to recognize some of the language from this ad. Wonder if
I've viewed other stuff for sale from this guy.
The thing looks real nice, but who knows. The guy goes over the top with
Anyone on this list familiar with the electronics applied to the very late
west-coast 300sd cars?
I need to specifically know what the boxes did.
More specifically, did they deal with idle speed during warmup and idle
stabilization when hot?
TKS
--
Mac
Steve MacSween
Aylmer, Quebec (Canada)
Except under the hood. Heck, shoot the chassis too if he's so on fire. Would
be helpful (or perhaps harmful?) Again, who knows?
Is it true that this model was only offered in '87, like he says?
Brian
On 1/7/07, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
He sure likes playing with his camera!
I believe so, but the 300TE was offered for more than one year with the
price of diesel, I'd rather have the 300TE.
Thanks,
Tom Hargrave
www.kegkits.com
256-656-1924
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On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks
Sent: Monday, January
On Jan 7, 2007, at 9:23 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
Lister cycle engines are low compression, dirty, and make lots of
smoke
along with burning quite a bit of fuel for the output generated.
My understanding is that they are actually quite fuel-efficient,
at least as used for modest amounts of
I was trying to dismantle my 300D engine and hit a major snag in that
the conrod bolts were not secure on the conrod - the bolts just keep on
turning when trying to loosen the conrod nuts. Can one use the conrods
after this ? I suspect that even putting new bolts in I will have the
same problem.
Eventually I dismantled my 300GD engine ( OM617.91 ) and discovered a
crack on cyl #1 between the two valves. Engine has never overheated in
last 6 years I have had it and water usage is negligable ( 0.5 l / 2
km ). Is this problem commonplace ?
Peter
Well, you either love or hate the w116, it seems to be that way. I love 'em.
I don't mind them although I do prefer the W126. Wifey hates the W116 (I
looked at a few that were for sale before buying the W126 300SD).
Kevin in Hillsboro, OR
1983 300SD 265K miles, Ursula
My 1958 Chevy Impala convertible came with a 283 V8. IIRC, the 1965
also had the 327 and 396 as options.
On 1/7/07, M.Afzaal.Khan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Planning to import so called ' crated' engines for a 1958 and a 1965 Chevy
Impala convertible .
currently these have straight six
The V8 most widely fitted was the 283ci. However, the 65 Impala could be
ordered with anything up to a 427ci. Not sure what the largest V8 was
available to the 58 Impala. The Chev dealer/parts dept may have that info -
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
www.youroil.net for Oil
In a message dated 1/8/2007 12:55:09 A.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Eventually I dismantled my 300GD engine ( OM617.91 ) and discovered a
crack on cyl #1 between the two valves. Engine has never overheated in
last 6 years I have had it and water usage is
Yeah. Well, the only real trouble is the bleed screws. I'll either replace
the calipers or drill out the bleeders -
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts
Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil
PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net
Weber Carb
Kaleb wrote:it also tells you the MB part number of the interface box you
need to order from Rusty
Is this what the Interface Box talking about:You will also need the
Mercedes Translator, part number Q6-82-0135, which can be ordered from your
local Mercedes Benz dealer. ??
Thx -
Larry T
Thanks Kaleb - my Becker CD Changer does not have the interface box so one
will be ordered.
Thx -
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts
Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil
PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net
Weber Carb Info
In a message dated 1/7/2007 10:31:33 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Planning to import so called ' crated' engines for a 1958 and a 1965
Chevy Impala convertible .
currently these have straight six engines as were fitted to most GM export
models of that
RLE wrote:2995. Designed and built thanks to the efforts of Max Hoffman.
I haven't
seen one over 100Gs yet, but they are getting close.
Hi there,
I got the $3495 price from a RT road test
(http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/) - but that price includes the
optional 1500S engine with 84bhp
Nope the electronics were to control the EGR and boost bypass.
Trampas
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]
On Behalf Of Steve MacSween
Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 12:59 AM
To: Mercedes List
Subject: [MBZ] Function of electronic controls on '85 OM617,
more stuff to share; looking at the Power Service web site, it was clear
that most of their focus was on blends up to B20, but only one of their
products seemed to be intended for use with anything of a higher
concentration of BioD than than 20%.
a query to them for clarification came back
I think they are fine examples of great German engineering. Just not
cute. Built like a tank and really well appointed for the era.
Transitional in my mind though. Not the really classic look of the
w110 and not the more modern w126. Would not argue if a nice SD showed
up in the driveway.
There are two 6.9 out in the local CL list. Can not get her to bite.
I guess I am more enamored of the classic 60's style of the w113 and
w115
On Jan 7, 2007, at 9:25 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
WHAT THE F??? Those [116] are not cute in the least! Nothing at all
like Gump for cute! Wonder if
Sorry for being slow. PAINT. yep. Has some. Was Gump green from the
looks of the interior. Got a reshoot of that nasty cream. If you were
inclined, you could get some rattle can gray and make them fit the
frankenheap.
On Jan 7, 2007, at 9:27 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
Tinted Window wings?
Peter Merle wrote:
Eventually I dismantled my 300GD engine ( OM617.91 ) and discovered a
crack on cyl #1 between the two valves. Engine has never overheated in
last 6 years I have had it and water usage is negligable ( 0.5 l / 2
km ). Is this problem commonplace ?
Peter
Head failures of
Perhaps you know - Does Alpine make the changers for Becker?
Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D)
www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts
Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil
PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net
Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs
Porsche Road
i thought green-tinted windows was a factory option at that time ... just
means there's more iron in the glass and cheaper to make.
On 1/8/07, Redghost [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Sorry for being slow. PAINT. yep. Has some. Was Gump green from the
looks of the interior. Got a reshoot of that
Talked to retired Army Dr. owner of 93 S300D at indie shop the other day. I
was there getting belt, thermostat, idler pulley damper and leaking injector
bypass lines replaced.
I have until recently done all of this stuff myself, but am unable to do so
now. He was there getting leaking fuel lines
Geez, that guys scarey! It's a shame he was a Army doc - but it's good he's
retired - with thought processes like that he's probably done a lot of
damage in his lifetime. Hopefully he;s not in private practice now. Unless
he;s treating celebrities. ;-)
I wonder what made him bring it in
Wilton - Just wondering about the voice recognition. I tried it several
years ago and discovered that with some diligence and careful speech
patterns I could dictate a letter about 3 times slower than I could type it
[but I am a fair country typist]. Has the technology improved enough to
make it
They have come a long way. Dragon rocks!
You have 3 days of pain before it learns your voice. Then it's +98% accurate.
For specialized tasks like programming, create a new dictionary with a
limited vocabulary and it gets even better.
-Dave Walton
On 1/8/07, BillR [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Tom - just because Diesel fuel costs more than gasoline in some markets, it
is a fact that in an essentially identical vehicle, driven under the same
conditions, you can expect 25-30% better fuel mileage in the Diesel.
Therefore, unless the price of Diesel fuel exceeds 91 octane gasoline by
Wilton - Mine was incorporated into WordPerfect 8 - How is it packaged now?
BillR
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Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 4:54 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] No clue owner of 93 S300D
Dave - Sorry about sending the last one to Wilton - Didn't read carefully.
Same question, though ; How is it packaged these days?
BillR
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Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 4:54 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion
It's standalone:
http://cgi.ebay.com/DRAGON-NATURALLY-SPEAKING-9-PREFERRED-W-FREE-INS_W0QQitemZ130066683847QQihZ003QQcategoryZ184QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
You absolutely must use their highest rated microphone headset:
http://support.nuance.com/compatibility/default.asp
Andrea NC-91 or NC-95 works
One needs, not only to be intelligent, but to care. I know people with Mercedes
who don't really give a hoot about
cars. They bought it for the prestige and the reputation of reliability. They
never look under the hood and have no
interest whatsoever in doing anything mechanically to it. They
Kevin J. Slater wrote:
I seem to have a leak somewhere around the injection pump on my 87 300TD.
The car is on my ramps in the garage so I cleaned up the area and I THINK
it may be leaking from the shaft of the shutoff arm on the injection pump
manual shutoff valve. Is this possible? Or likely?
I got the $3495 price from a RT road test.but that price includes the
optional 1500S engine with 84bhp for an extra $500..
That would be a pre-A, then. 1955 or earlier.
Speedsters are still great to drive as long as iffy visibility with the top
up and the odd rain leak is OK. Just so
After I bought an Alpine CD changer from some outfit in New Jersey for my '89
190E 2.6, the radio guy at my dealer offered to connect it for fifty bucks. I
had already mounted it on the bottom of the first aid kit box.
Took him ten minutes but a deal is a deal. He cut both connectors off and
Thanks - Now I just need to find a reason to justify a new toy ...
BillR
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Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 5:34 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Voice recognition
It's standalone:
PacindustrialCat.pdf
Description: Adobe PDF document
There are a number of Lister motors available at this upcoming auction.
That and a few 200-300amp gen sets. You can even bid live online.
For those trapped at a desk.
I am going to preview the site Tuesday. A two day affair to get
The BiodieselNow website has numerous long threads on biodiesel anti-
gel additives and a Cold Weather Biodiesel section of the forum:
http://www.biodieselnow.com/forums/10/ShowForum.aspx
Craig
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http://www.plantdrive.com
On Jan 8, 2007, at 10:19 AM, ernest breakfield
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