[MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Peter Merle
Whent to my local Mercedes Dealer and bought new nozzles DNSOD-265 for the W124 300D ( non turbo ) and these to my horror are made in India. Upon opening the sealed capsule they came in I see under magnification that its covered in dirt and visible machining marks. Spray is also poor as is

Re: [MBZ] Bio

2007-11-09 Thread David Hemsley
I would have to strongly disagree. I am a producer of biodiesel. My feedstock is WVO (Waste Vegetable Oil) In other words I am using a product that has already served its purpose and by so doing am saving the restaurant owner the cost of paying someone to pick it up and the county

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 5w50

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
FYI, you won't find it as Delvac - it is labelled Mobil 1 Truck Diesel 5W40 and is usually on the shelf with the rest of the M1 variants. If you have AutoZone or AdvanceAuto - they carry it or can order it according to the regional manager. As you probably know, the Truck Diesel is

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cyclistas?

2007-11-09 Thread Zoltan Finks
Okay, can anyone tell me which number to choose for wheel runout when programming my computer (bicycle)? I had to replace the battery and it's asking me to enter the number for the runout of the wheel. The wheel is the 700 size. Tire used is 700 x 23c. The number that the computer offers up for

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread mykd1
You should be able to find the german made one online. Is it possible what you have is a rebuilt? Harry 69 280 SEL 72 350SL ? 04 VW Passat 4 Motion 1999 Mazda Miata ? -Original Message- From: Peter Merle [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Fri,

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
You wrote:China's growth one of the elements driving the current oil crises? While listening to a debate on the energy situation and the US's lack of new power plant construction (zero new plants in the last 30 years) - they reported that China is starting up a new coal fired power plant

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cyclistas?

2007-11-09 Thread Mitch Haley
Check your tire pressure. Put a mark on the driveway next to your car, and align your valve stem to the mark. Get on the bike and roll forward one wheel revolution, placing your hand on the car for balance. Get off the bike and mark the location that the valve stem is pointing to. Measure the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Canadian Postal Money Order

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Why not send it back and explain the situation? Tell him you want payment via Paypal - ;-) 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

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 5w50

2007-11-09 Thread Steve MacSween
Larry we only have a couple of chains that carry it and both have a lousy selection, see my original post. If I go to the bulk station I will have to buy at least one case and I'm not so inclined, given that this is winter oil only. 5w50 was a compromise based on availability. When you live in

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Mitch Haley
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You should be able to find the german made one online. Is it possible what you have is a rebuilt? The new Bosch nozzles are (poorly) made in India. Rebuilt injectors will have new nozzles. I started seeing people begging for NOS German nozzles three or four years

Re: [MBZ] Cyclistas

2007-11-09 Thread Bob Hamilton
The number you should put in is 2070 for that size wheel/tire. I use a POLAR Heart rate monitor when I cycle - you can check out my graph from last week at: http://picasaweb.google.com/hamibob/CyclingGraphs/photo#5129009519207867 826 I just sold my TREK Pilot to my brother and am buying a Madone

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Rich Thomas
No, it is 2-3 per week. --R LarryT wrote: You wrote:China's growth one of the elements driving the current oil crises? While listening to a debate on the energy situation and the US's lack of new power plant construction (zero new plants in the last 30 years) - they reported that China

Re: [MBZ] Cyclistas

2007-11-09 Thread Rich Thomas
Very cool. I got a Polar monitor a couple weeks ago, still figuring it all out. Where do you get the thing that uploads data to the computer? I set my computer according to whatever was listed in the instruction paper, it differs from my wife's by about .2 mile on 45 miles. I have not done

Re: [MBZ] OT: Canadian Postal Money Order

2007-11-09 Thread Gary Thompson
Cause he's already out the cost of the PMO, and this was supposed to be just a gentlemanly transaction. I had some TV parts sitting around not being used, and he had a need. I offered the parts to him for free, and he offered to reimburse me for shipping. My wife sells books on ABE, so I'll just

Re: [MBZ] this thing could taco at any moment

2007-11-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
hahahahahaha, no worries --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2007 5:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] this thing could taco at any

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 5w50

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Hi Steve, Bummer! I guess shipping is prohibitively expensive? 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 .

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Damn! Worse than I thought! 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 . - Original Message - From: Rich

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Tom Hargrave
China is poised to be the next world super power, unless they burn themselves out first. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 7:56 AM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Bio

2007-11-09 Thread Wonko the Sane
Try $3.44 a gallon, right in the middle of the Iowa harvest season! On Nov 9, 2007 4:49 AM, David Hemsley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Lastly I get to hum an old Disney Top Ten - whistle while I/we work every time I pass by a petrol diesel pump listed at $3.19 or higher, or is that tune

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 5w50

2007-11-09 Thread Wonko the Sane
Mobil 1 15-W-50 has worked for me at -20F. The battery gives out way before the oil gets thick. On Nov 8, 2007 11:20 PM, Steve MacSween [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I asked about M1 winter grades a while back and the consensus was more or less 5w40. However, whoever does the stocking here in

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread M.Affzaal.Khan
So are most of the India Bosch spark plugs ,poor finish with a rough grainy feel. worst they can fail without warnings on the M130 engine some starting shorting intermittently and engine felt heavy, a set of ND solved the problem with full smooth power. mak - Original Message -

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 5w50

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
If you see extreme cold you can run M1 0W-40 in your OM-617. Otherwise Delvac-1, a/k/a Mobil-1 Truck Turbo Diesel OR M1 15W-50 will be fine. Even the 15W-50 will flow much better at cold temperatures than a conventional oil. Approved oils at http://www.whnet.com/4x4/oil.html; any of the 229.1

Re: [MBZ] Bio

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
LT Don typed: Try $3.44 a gallon, right in the middle of the Iowa harvest season! For whatever reason I think this year's price gouging hike is particularly awful and it shows no conscience from the ass clowns that set prices. I bet even Don's most challenged special needs client can see how

Re: [MBZ] Mobil 1 5w50

2007-11-09 Thread Mitch Haley
Steve said 5W-50 twice. It sounds like he has a choice that we don't have here in USA. If 15W-50 works ok, I would assume that 5W50 would be fine, at least in cold weather. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: While listening to a debate on the energy situation and the US's lack of new power plant construction (zero new plants in the last 30 years) - they reported that China is starting up a new coal fired power plant each *week* !! We all know how environmentally

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
Right on. They are uprooting peat bogs to plant oil palms and in so doing are warming the climate significantly, according to yesterday's news item. I still say reusing (processing) spent restaurant cooking oil or fat is the only truly environmentally responsible way to make bio diesel. On Nov

Re: [MBZ] Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
Gotta love the minimalist license plate - 52. On Nov 8, 2007 11:06 PM, tom savage [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Redghost wrote: http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/473075003.html These are really neat cars and a lot of fun to drive, but, yikes, $95k? The engine compartment is pretty freaky

Re: [MBZ] Bio

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Try $3.44 a gallon, right in the middle of the Iowa harvest season! I had to pay $3.59 last night. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I still say reusing (processing) spent restaurant cooking oil or fat is the only truly environmentally responsible way to make bio diesel. Not nearly enough, though, to be anything more than a feel good activity for a few individuals. Allan --

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Allan pointed out: And what do you think the chances are that they have all the sophisticated scrubbers etc. on the stacks of these power plants they are building? 'Zactly. I read an article the other day that these plants are spewing out the goo at such an alarming rate that the people nearby

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
I wonder what percent of the nation's WVO is being converted to BioD. Is there any way to find out? On Nov 9, 2007 9:48 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I still say reusing (processing) spent restaurant cooking oil or fat is the only

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Gary Hurst
like many people at this point, i've given up on bosch spark plugs completely and now use ngk. On Nov 9, 2007 9:19 AM, M.Affzaal.Khan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So are most of the India Bosch spark plugs ,poor finish with a rough grainy feel. worst they can fail without warnings on the M130

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread David Hemsley
Certainly algea is one avenue that still needs improvement on yet posses a strong possibility. However, there are also limitations with algae that hopefully research will help alleviate. My point of interest for biodiesel is to utilize community based resources. I cannot even

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 'Zactly. I read an article the other day that these plants are spewing out the goo at such an alarming rate that the people nearby are already dying from stuff that usually takes decades to kill people who live near power plants in the rest of the

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Algae is the best way, and it can be grown in the sea, but this is a subject for the biodiesel list. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
What's wrong with Berui Are they manufactured in Pakistan? On Nov 9, 2007 9:59 AM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: like many people at this point, i've given up on bosch spark plugs completely and now use ngk. On Nov 9, 2007 9:19 AM, M.Affzaal.Khan [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So are most

[MBZ] 190E 2.3-16 fuel pump relay

2007-11-09 Thread Mitch Haley
Well, my occasional engine failure has finally become persistent now that the weather is colder. If I shut it the ignition off for a few seconds and turn it back on, it restarts if I was going fast enough to keep the engine turning. When I got home, I shut down for a couple minutes, restarted,

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Tom Hargrave
If we started planning to build a nuclear power plant today, construction would be complete in 16 years. And as far as I know, none are in the planning stages because no-one wants on in his or her backyard! TVA is planning to complete 2 partially finished nuclear reactor site projects. Thanks,

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Gary Hurst
i've just never used them and have no anactdotal feedback about them. i know that ngk works, so i use those. On Nov 9, 2007 10:07 AM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What's wrong with Berui Are they manufactured in Pakistan? On Nov 9, 2007 9:59 AM, Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] 190E 2.3-16 fuel pump relay

2007-11-09 Thread Tom Hargrave
90% chance that it's the pump relay. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 9:11 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] 190E 2.3-16 fuel pump

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread M.Affzaal.Khan
I believe The correct name is Beru and they are excellent ,howerver the ignition leads are sometimes a bit on short side. mak - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 8:07 PM

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread David Hemsley
Again, my opinion. Isn't there a saying comparing opinions to AHs - Everyone has one and they are usually full of:) Nuclear is a bad choice. We already have no real clue what to do with the waste we currently create. So far nuclear power has not created the link to

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread M.Affzaal.Khan
Beru is from Germany and their products rarely fail. i've just never used them and have no anactdotal feedback about them. i know that ngk works, so i use those. On Nov 9, 2007 10:07 AM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What's wrong with Berui Are they manufactured in Pakistan?

Re: [MBZ] 190E 2.3-16 fuel pump relay

2007-11-09 Thread M.Affzaal.Khan
I had that problem , it was the fuel pump relay with cold solder joints . resoldering them solved the problem. mak - Original Message - From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 8:10 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] 190E 2.3-16 fuel pump relay

2007-11-09 Thread Jim Cathey
Should I be looking at the pump relay, the crank sensor, or the overload gizmo first? If the AC's running, and ABS/SRS lights aren't misbehaving, I'd look at the fuel pump relay first. It's an easy resolder job. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

[MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread Zach
Personal pet peeve #45: Nothing says sleazy douchebag like clowns who treat ebay/craigslist/whatever ads like a writing assignment from a romance literature class. The lovely paint was recently completely redone at great expense, as well as much of the chrome. The interior is very original and

Re: [MBZ] 190E 2.3-16 fuel pump relay

2007-11-09 Thread Mitch Haley
Looks like I'll try a resolder. If I had another gasser here, I would try swapping relays. The 16v relay is $250, the 8v is $100. I assume the 8V will work, but the fuel would cut off before I hit redline? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
Nice but I think for $95K, I will look for a newer one. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Redghost Sent: Thursday, November 08, 2007 6:42 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Rich Thomas
You are pretty much correct, but the problem is the rest of the developing world wants to live exactly as we do here in the states (or other developed countries) and they will burn everything in sight to get there --coal, oil, trees, whatever.. Telling them to stop or grow greenly is a good

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread Rich Thomas
The heaving bonnet breathed deeply of the scent of the lusty driver, emitting only the faintest sigh as he caressed the steering wheel, and slammed his stickshift into gear. A screech of tires and a loud exhaust bellow signaled that he had indeed, made her reach her limits! -R Zach wrote:

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread Harry Watkins
There is a company named Syntroleum in OK that can make highly refined diesel and jet fuel from natural gas or coal or animal guts. They are going 50/50 with Tyson to build a plant in OK that can turn 500 mil lbs. of guts into 73,000 gal of diesel. The Air Force has flown a B-52 and a C-17 with

[MBZ] quarter window glass installation, '81 300TD

2007-11-09 Thread Marshall Field
If anyone out there has done this, I sure would appreciate their comments. I am replacing the glass in the quarter window. There is a large L shape metal frame that the window rubber seal needs to be attached to, which in turn is attached to the vehicle by pulling the rubber lip over the edge

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread David Hemsley
Darn Rich, Thats good. Might even be a market for it. How about Romance novels for the Male MB enthusiast?LOL Dave H... __ From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Hi Allan - You're right - the Chinese will open the flue on the smoke stack and let 'er rip! (I was being sarcastic when I wrote my previous post) ;-) 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

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Where are the injectors made that you and Rusty sell? 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 . - Original

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Bob wrote:quietly and cleanly making electricity Hi Bob, Thanks for looking out for us! BTW, how are you making electr? Solar? Wind? rubbing 2 sticks together? ;-) Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Rusty Cullens
Mostly India, but we really have no trouble with them. I think that they get a bad rap. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
Up here we do it with flowing water. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 11:19 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids Bob wrote:quietly and cleanly making electricity

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Ed Booher
On Nov 9, 2007 1:01 PM, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Up here we do it with flowing water. Randy Aaaa cheap government hydro. Love it. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 11:19 AM

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
Good old Al Gore does not appear to practice what he preaches. Leaves him without much credibility in my books. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 10:49 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Bob DuPuy
Bosio Nozzle seem to have tighter QC than bosch india. Ipretty sure they are italian made. Rusty can you get the Bosio nozzles? If they don't come from you I'm not sure I want them. Bob D. Parrish, FL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles

2007-11-09 Thread Rusty Cullens
I don't carry them. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Bob DuPuy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 1:09 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Bosch Nozzles Bosio Nozzle

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
What company? What's the ticker symbol? On Nov 9, 2007 11:52 AM, Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a company named Syntroleum in OK that can make highly refined diesel and jet fuel from natural gas or coal or animal guts. They are going 50/50 with Tyson to build a plant in OK

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread Harry Watkins
Syntroleum, ticker SYNM. syntroleum.com Harry On Nov 9, 2007 1:00 PM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What company? What's the ticker symbol? On Nov 9, 2007 11:52 AM, Harry Watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There is a company named Syntroleum in OK that can make highly refined

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
A/C blows ICE cold. Never been in rain or snow. Great condition considering it's [sic] age. California car. On Nov 9, 2007 12:01 PM, David Hemsley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Darn Rich, Thats good. Might even be a market for it. How about Romance novels for the Male MB enthusiast?

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread LarryT
Va power is evaluating resuming construction of a Nuke at one of their existing sites. IIRC, they had a building permit at one time - don't know how long it is good for or perhaps it doesn't expire. I;'m sure the environmentalists will be trotting to court to put the brakes on - IMO, nuclear

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cyclistas?

2007-11-09 Thread Zoltan Finks
Thanks, Mitch. The only problem is that I never touch my car. Such a pristine paintjob you know. Brian On 11/9/07, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Check your tire pressure. Put a mark on the driveway next to your car, and align your valve stem to the mark. Get on the bike and roll

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
Some surface rust easily repaired by a body shop. Paint faded but just needs to be buffed out. Pulls to one side but just needs an alignment. andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: A/C blows ICE cold. Never been in rain or snow. Great condition considering it's [sic] age. California

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Allan Streib
LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: IMO, nuclear is the only practical way to provide power to vast numbers of the population. Even France is fully committed to nukes. So is China, even though they are also building the coal-fired plants. http://www.wired.com/wired/archive/12.09/china.html

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Zach shared: Personal pet peeve #45: Nothing says sleazy douchebag like clowns who treat ebay/craigslist/whatever ads like a writing assignment from a romance literature class. Amen. One of the other things that chaps me is when someone tells you what he is selling is rare! Bob R.

[MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Joe Knight
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/car/473707498.html Most probably but I've found a replacement so it's time to see what it'll bring. If it doesn't sell within a week or so for something close to this I'll probably list it on fleabay and let the chips fall where they may. -joe

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cyclistas?

2007-11-09 Thread ernest breakfield
hi Brian! i'm with Mitch; i'd measure it out if i were you and were interested in getting the most accurate figure. i've found a good bit of difference between tires that were marked the same sizes; also, tire pressures and rider weights all have an influence in the game. i'd probably

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Zoltan Finks
Ah another opportunity to float an opinion. You're right, Rich, it is informative and interesting to hear all of us sound off (and I've been doing it a lot lately I know). It is demoralizing to hear about what China and India and whoever else are doing - seems it would more than cancel out

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
Well, government may well make it more expensive than it needs to be but it is nice to be able to make electricity without burning gas or coal or whatever. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Ed Booher Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
If we all drove non-turbo MB diesels from the 60's and 70's there would be no need to dash from light to light. One gets used to the lack of speed after a bit. Randy (76 300D) -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Friday,

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Randy mentioned: If we all drove non-turbo MB diesels from the 60's and 70's there would be no need to dash from light to light. It just doesn't look like I'm dashing. Believe me...more times than not I have my foot in it. Trouble is, it looks like I'm putting along because all the Lexi and

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Slinging neutrons around. Bob R. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LarryT Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 10:19 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids Bob wrote:quietly and cleanly making electricity Hi

Re: [MBZ] rodbender question

2007-11-09 Thread Hendrik Fay
Those test will indicate that there is a problem but not the exact nature of it. Kaleb C. Striplin (CAT) wrote: Will a compression or leak down test show bent rods etc? --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor com ___

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Tom Hargrave
The gasoline we burn is just a small part of the demend. You've heard of the stone age, the bronze age and the iron age? Well, we are in the petrolium age. Let me explain. Almost all of the plastic we use, from parts in your car to just about everything made of plastic in your house, is

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Ed Booher
On Nov 9, 2007 3:06 PM, Joe Knight [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/car/473707498.html Most probably but I've found a replacement so it's time to see what it'll bring. If it doesn't sell within a week or so for something close to this I'll probably list it on fleabay

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Tom asked: anyone want to re-consider having a nuclear power plant built in his or her backyard? I will! Then my commute will be shorter... Bob R. If you live in the west and you flip on a light, think of me. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

[MBZ] Do I need one of these? (W123 temp regulator)

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
http://tinyurl.com/2x8xvg How can I tell if the regulator in my 300TD is dysfunctional? Andrew 1983 300TD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread andrew strasfogel
Kumbo tires? Leather?? They must be selling the creme de la craque out there... Seriously, you are not out of line. On Nov 9, 2007 4:02 PM, Ed Booher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Nov 9, 2007 3:06 PM, Joe Knight [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/car/473707498.html

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Kevin
I've seen the car in question in person, it's in incredible shape. I don't think the pictures really do it justice. On Fri, Nov 09, 2007 at 04:30:50PM -0500, andrew strasfogel wrote: Kumbo tires? Leather?? They must be selling the creme de la craque out there... Seriously, you are not out

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread Ed Booher
On Nov 9, 2007 3:01 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Amen. One of the other things that chaps me is when someone tells you what he is selling is rare! Bob R. Well, It would be a little odd to see an ad, any ad, start with; Here we have a completely common 85 Chevy Cavalier.

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-09 Thread John M McIntosh
I'm not sure this is quite true, I was reading somewhere they are forced to buy equipment from elsewhere and that equipment meets current nasty first world environmental standards (such as they are), thus emissions are much lower than oh say any usa coal fired plant given perhaps they are all

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
If only it was not that color. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kevin Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 3:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...? I've seen the car in question in person, it's in

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Robert Rentfro
Randy opined: If only it was not that color. That is a color only an owner can love. My '77 is that color. It is affectionately called the Mustard Mobile by my kids. Bob R. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] xenon bulbs burned purple...

2007-11-09 Thread Christopher McCann
but at the expense/risk of running higher wattage. What is the expense/risk? Higher wattage bulbs don't last as long? Thanks, Chris John M McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Nov 7, 2007, at 6:29 AM, Christopher McCann wrote: Got it. I thought of upgrading the SD to HID (High Int.

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Harry Watkins
Anyone that gets a Joe maintained car has hit the jackpot. The price is a bargain. Thanks Harry On Nov 9, 2007 3:56 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Randy opined: If only it was not that color. That is a color only an owner can love. My '77 is that color. It is affectionately

Re: [MBZ] creative writing assignments Re: Buehler, Buehler, Buehler, Anybody?

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
Doesn't rare mean parts are not obtainable and no one knows how to repair it anyway? Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Robert Rentfro Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 2:01 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] creative

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread R A Bennell
It is funny how some colors stand the test of time and others become very dated. The golds and avocado greens of the 70's have not really stood the test of time like some colors do. We still have an avocado green refrigerator in the basement. Don't mind the color but wouldn't want it in the

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
I never used to like puke green. Now I would like to find a puke green with puke green interior 115 240 or 300D --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
Rather, I used to HATE --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 4:19 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...? I

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: I never used to like puke green. Now I would like to find a puke green with puke green interior 115 240 or 300D IIRC you are describing Sunil's first Benz. Mitch. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
really, I guess I missed that little bit of info. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730-Tulsa FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, November 09, 2007 4:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Am I

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Ed Booher
On Nov 9, 2007 4:56 PM, Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Randy opined: If only it was not that color. That is a color only an owner can love. My '77 is that color. It is affectionately called the Mustard Mobile by my kids. Bob R. No no that is a great color. The greatest

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Ed Booher
On Nov 9, 2007 3:06 PM, Joe Knight [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/car/473707498.html Most probably but I've found a replacement so it's time to see what it'll bring. If it doesn't sell within a week or so for something close to this I'll probably list it on fleabay

Re: [MBZ] xenon bulbs burned purple...

2007-11-09 Thread John M McIntosh
Depending on what you have for lamps/lens the higher wattage bulbs could melt things because of higher heat. Normally this is not a problem for mercedes assembles that are not USA specific. You are running 20% higher wattage thru the wires, normally this is not a problem for mercedes, but

[MBZ] interior headlight control: OMAGOSH IS THIS COOL!

2007-11-09 Thread Christopher McCann
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-420SE-500SE-560-SEC-Euro-Headlights-Level-Kit_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ33710QQihZ001QQitemZ110188699815QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW Never knew that existed. Chris Christopher McCann, Squier Park, Kansas City, Missouri -1985 300SD, 367K km, Wulf -1992

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