Re: [MBZ] GLK

2008-05-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Mon, May 12, 2008 at 8:38 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Tha GLK is an '09 model. It's a small SUV sort of thing on the W204 C-Class 4-matic platform. I thought the GLK was the thing that Jim Rogers, the commodities guru, drove around the world:

Re: [MBZ] GLK

2008-05-13 Thread Hendrik Fay
I should have been called the MLK, rather than try and trade off the G wagen reputation. Wonder whether the GLK comes with diff locks? I suppose it is in the class of small softroader, of which there is more and more types coming along. I really don't think that segment is really aimed at off

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob

2008-05-13 Thread MG
Dan, I wouldn't call it a crotch rocket. It has a way to upright seating posture and doesn't have the narrow sudden power band. It is nice and light easy to handle and with the lowered seat and higher handle bars is a comfortable safe ride as a starter bike. Manfred Date: Mon, 12 May 2008

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
K always meant Kurz or short, as in SS and SSK, SL and SLK also Gewehr kurz as in a short rifle Mauser 98k or .22 kurz I would imagine if you took a GLK offroad you would kurz the same as if you took almost any current production 4WD offroad. They were never built for that. At 10:31 PM

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
First aid kit for what model? At 10:20 PM 5/12/2008, you wrote: I'll trade you the 107 CD for a Mercedes first aid kit box in good condition. On Mon, May 12, 2008 at 7:11 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I need the 107 cd's -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob/NOT!

2008-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond
The problem is that it isn't round... I'm actually considering casting one out of silicone. I've seen several sites refering to them as needed and hard to get. I'd pay $20 for one if it was available, I'm sure somebody else would too... -Curt Date: Mon, 12 May 2008 20:52:44 -0500 From: Loren

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread tom savage
Loren Faeth wrote: K always meant Kurz or short, as in SS and SSK, SL and SLK also Gewehr kurz as in a short rifle Mauser 98k or .22 kurz It means Kompakt these days. And was Kompressor before it became Kurz. But in the case of the GLK, I suspect the decision was made by US-based

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob

2008-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley
MG wrote: Dan, I wouldn't call it a crotch rocket. It has a way to upright seating posture and doesn't have the narrow sudden power band. It is nice and light easy to handle and with the lowered seat and higher handle bars is a comfortable safe ride as a starter bike. Right. Bikes like the

[MBZ] Crazy Quantum

2008-05-13 Thread John Robbins
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Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
Tom Hargrave: It's got to be easier than sex in a 66 Mustang... Another good reason to buy the Buick LeSabre - big back seat. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] 124 upper console

2008-05-13 Thread LarryT
I've bought numerous allen wrenches from http://www.wihatools.com/indexes/indxhex.htm and I *really* like the ones with the notches at the end making it possible to turn a allen wrench at up to a 45 degree angle without damaging the fastener or the wrench, they work great on the manifold

Re: [MBZ] OT beer

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
Russ W. wrote: Abita Amber is a good Amber beer. BTW I live about 40 miles from the Brewery. So we get it Fresh at the local stores. Really? Where at? My Father and Stepmother live in Biloxi (which is not real close), but it is certainly closer than Kansas. So, we go over to the Brewery for

Re: [MBZ] Crazy Quantum

2008-05-13 Thread Tom Hargrave
$4500 is a little high for a VW wagon... Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:45 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Crazy Quantum

Re: [MBZ] Nice 124 300D on Ebay

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
Ok Don wrote: At today's price spread - you'll break even with a Diesel that gets 32 vs. a gas the gets 26. I don't think the 124 gassers get much more than 22 to 24 do they? If so, the Diesel will be cheaper to operate -- till the spread increases. But, the diesel 124 have a serious premium

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread Tom Hargrave
Same goes for a 1972 Olds 98 - huge back seat. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:45 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Beer Tom

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob/NOT!

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
are you talking about a gasket? I have never heard of a seal that isn't round! What shape is it? If it is a gasket, put some silicone form a gasket on it and slap it together. Or cut a gasket out of whatever material works best. FLAPS sell gasket material. At 08:52 AM 5/13/2008, you

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
I am sure that is the target audience, but it makes me want to puke At 09:00 AM 5/13/2008, you wrote: I think you nailed it. They'll drive it to the spa, Starbucks, Talbots, the nail place, yoga, to get their hair blonded, and to work out in the morning. At the least that is what the Mipsies

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas
It's better if you have a partner when you do that sort of thing, and the cops are less inclined to arrest you. --R Tom Hargrave wrote: Same goes for a 1972 Olds 98 - huge back seat. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] OT beer

2008-05-13 Thread Russ Williams
Gonzales about 15 miles south of Baton Rouge. Donald Snook wrote: Russ W. wrote: Abita Amber is a good Amber beer. BTW I live about 40 miles from the Brewery. So we get it Fresh at the local stores. Really? Where at? My Father and Stepmother live in Biloxi (which is not real close), but

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas
I think you nailed it. They'll drive it to the spa, Starbucks, Talbots, the nail place, yoga, to get their hair blonded, and to work out in the morning. At the least that is what the Mipsies and Boppies in my neighborhood will do. Next year they'll get something else that is stylish and

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
Rich Thomas wrote: I think you nailed it. They'll drive it to the spa, Starbucks, Talbots, the nail place, yoga, to get their hair blonded, and to work out in the morning. At the least that is what the Mipsies and Boppies in my neighborhood will do. Next year they'll get something else that

Re: [MBZ] Crazy Quantum

2008-05-13 Thread John Robbins
Tom Hargrave wrote: $4500 is a little high for a VW wagon... Just a little ;) ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob/NOT!

2008-05-13 Thread pm7088
-- Original message -- From: Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] are you talking about a gasket? I have never heard of a seal that isn't round! Lots of seal aren't round. Seal on your door windows Easter Seals Seal in the zoo with flippers Pete, waiting for

Re: [MBZ] Crazy Quantum

2008-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley
Somebody near me listed a '96 Passat TDI on Craigslist for $3900, gone in a flash, probably induced a bidding war and sold it for $5500. A 25 year old Quantum should probably go for 2-3x intrinsic (scrap metal) value. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Stella Artois

2008-05-13 Thread Rusty Cullens
No comparison, I have 2 boxes of that at home. It is good stuff. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 7:12 PM Subject: Re:

[MBZ] 300SL questions 91-93

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
My brother is looking at a 91 300SL in Memphis where he lives. I don't know anything about these cars. Is this the 3.0 103 engine or the better 3.2 104? What other problems do they have. What is the chassis number on these? Are they any good? I know 107's have a lot of expensive parts that

[MBZ] 3 123's for sale as a lot.

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
http://springfield.craigslist.org/car/668951487.html Not mine, no affiliation. 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

Re: [MBZ] 300SL questions 91-93

2008-05-13 Thread John Freer
Donald, take a look at this. http://www.kenrockwell.com/sl/r129history.htm The 5 speed was introduced in 1996. Having had a 91, I would say that I would hold off for a 96 or better. Engine electronics were a nightmare in my 91 and the 96+ had many improvements. John On 5/13/08, Donald Snook

Re: [MBZ] 124 upper console

2008-05-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 6:47 AM, LarryT [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've bought numerous allen wrenches from http://www.wihatools.com/indexes/indxhex.htm and I *really* like the ones with the notches at the end making it possible to turn a allen wrench at up to a 45 degree angle without

Re: [MBZ] A Diesel Fuel Injector Bench Tester

2008-05-13 Thread R A Bennell
Hey, some of us idiots need that level of handholding. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Monday, May 12, 2008 6:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A Diesel Fuel Injector Bench Tester From

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob

2008-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond
http://home.gwi.net/~craymond/CB900_tach_seal.jpg Its hard to tell, its hard plasticy now but I would have figured it for rubber 20 years ago. I think for now I'm going to goop it with RTV superblack, put it together and hope. It only takes 20 minutes or so to take it apart if it leaks...

Re: [MBZ] Duvel is overpriced

2008-05-13 Thread Rolf
That is a good list. Not familiar with the Clovis or the Barber. I am partial to the wiessbiers more so than the ales, but thats just the redneck german in me. -Rolf Glenn Brown wrote: Some think Anchor Steam is something special. Personally, I don't. Here are a few others which are also

Re: [MBZ] 124 upper console

2008-05-13 Thread LarryT
you asked it's not made in China (but is anyone else bothered by them using the Gearwrench name on tools that are not, in fact, the namesake ratcheting box-ends?). yep, I am. I must admit I am often defeated when trying to buy things *not* made in china - extra driving, looking, etc gets

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob/NOT!

2008-05-13 Thread Rolf
Try the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle list http://www.vjmc.org/ -Rolf Curt Raymond wrote: I had an SV650S in my garage until Saturday. My friend kept it there all winter. I rode it a couple times, real fun bike. I'm absolutely FRANTIC to find a tach mount oil seal for my CB900f. Anybody

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread Rolf
67 bug and I am 6'2. Talk about cramped. -Rolf Tom Hargrave wrote: It's got to be easier than sex in a 66 Mustang... Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Monday,

Re: [MBZ] Stella Artois

2008-05-13 Thread Bill R
Rusty - I put in a plug with Chris and John Herndon of Herndon Automobile Company in Jacksonville. My nephew recommended him as a well known MB specialist who is always available to help others - even get's calls / emails from around the world. Don't know for sure if you will hear from him as he

Re: [MBZ] 107 cd set? Braingears?

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I really down know off hand, but I will give you $500 for it Loren Faeth wrote: I tried posting this earlier as a funny, but I still don't have answers. Is thery anything like braingerars running now with the 107 cds? I need help troubleshooting the fuel pump electrics on an 85 380SL, or

Re: [MBZ] Memo to Kleb and anyone else with driveshaft vibe

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
heck no, it shakes so bad it shakes the clearcoat right off!! Loren Faeth wrote: Did you get the shakes solved on OK don's SDL? At 07:16 PM 5/12/2008, you wrote: On all the ones I have looked at, the u joint has 2 lines that point somewhat toward each other. The front end has 1 line. The

Re: [MBZ] Stella Artois

2008-05-13 Thread Rusty Cullens
Thanks! Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. Tel 1-800-741-5252 Fax 770-454-9745 - Original Message - From: Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 1:28 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Stella Artois Rusty - I put in a plug with

Re: [MBZ] A Diesel Fuel Injector Bench Tester

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
mmm, both I think andrew strasfogel wrote: So am I in the idiot camp or the jackass camp, Kaleb? On Mon, May 12, 2008 at 8:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I didnt mean all people who buy his crap is an idiot, well, you all know what I mean. Curt Raymond wrote: I

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
The one I sent him was good, I stuck it in a car and it worked fine right before it was shipped. OK Don wrote: You're jumping the pins in the socket the relay plugs into? If so, then you have power to the socket, and both relays are bad. Break down and buy a new one from Rusty. If you don't

Re: [MBZ] Nice 124 300D on Ebay

2008-05-13 Thread Gary Thompson
I get 23-24 on a 1995 model M104 E320 (70% highway). Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 5/13/08, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I can buy a much lower mile gasser than a diesel. I think when I calculated with my yearly mileage, the gasser had to get 25 - which they probably don't.

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
you talking about the kit or the holder box thing? OK Don wrote: I'll trade you the 107 CD for a Mercedes first aid kit box in good condition. On Mon, May 12, 2008 at 7:11 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I need the 107 cd's -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420,

Re: [MBZ] 3 123's for sale as a lot.

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
way too much money Donald Snook wrote: http://springfield.craigslist.org/car/668951487.html Not mine, no affiliation. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Gary Thompson
When's the last time you saw anyone named Atticus in a soap opera? Come on! Don't want your little darling to be different do you? :^) Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 5/13/08, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Except of course, the Children would Jackson, Elizabeth, Reagan, and Atticus. (the

Re: [MBZ] [Vets] is this worth anything?

2008-05-13 Thread ANDREW STRASFOGEL
This would make a GREAT retirement project!! Original message Date: Mon, 12 May 2008 18:39:11 -0600 From: Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [Vets] is this worth anything? To: Banned List [EMAIL PROTECTED], mercedes Mailing List mercedes@okiebenz.com, Mercedes-Benz

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas
Finch! --R Gary Thompson wrote: When's the last time you saw anyone named Atticus in a soap opera? Come on! Don't want your little darling to be different do you? :^) Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 5/13/08, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Except of course, the Children would

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob

2008-05-13 Thread Curt Raymond
Looks like a winner Rolf, thanks! Date: Tue, 13 May 2008 13:11:43 -0400 From: Rolf [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob/NOT! To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1 Try the

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
Ok, so maybe I have two good relays, and still have the original problem. At 12:56 PM 5/13/2008, you wrote: The one I sent him was good, I stuck it in a car and it worked fine right before it was shipped. OK Don wrote: You're jumping the pins in the socket the relay plugs into? If so, then

Re: [MBZ] 3 123's for sale as a lot.

2008-05-13 Thread Gary Thompson
Three parts cars at a very good care price... Looks like he's been sniffing the same diesel fumes as the sellers around here. Gary Thompson 1995 E320 On 5/13/08, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: way too much money ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread Tom Hargrave
I had a 67 with an Automatic Suckshift transmission. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rolf Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 12:08 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Beer 67

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread R A Bennell
Make certain that you have a good ground on the circuit. I have more than once tested things and assumed I needed an electrical part, bought it and replaced it and not solved the problem. I am learning, albeit slowly, to check things in a different manner than I used to. One of the first things

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread R A Bennell
Friends named their son Atticus. Not sure why. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Gary Thompson Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 12:02 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK? When's the last time you saw anyone named

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Donald Snook
Gary Thompson wrote: When's the last time you saw anyone named Atticus in a soap opera? Come on! Don't want your little darling to be different do you? :^) Well, my favorite book is To Kill A Mockingbird and I think Gregory Peck (as Atticus Finch) is the Best Movie Hero of all time. We will

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Bill R
They liked To Kill A Monkingbird, a lot? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 5:14 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK? Friends named their son Atticus. Not sure why.

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread R A Bennell
Yeah, BUT??? Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 3:51 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK? They liked To Kill A Monkingbird, a lot? BillR -Original Message- From:

Re: [MBZ] 3 123's for sale as a lot.

2008-05-13 Thread R A Bennell
So offer him $500 for the lot of them. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 11:59 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 3 123's for sale as a lot. way too much money Donald Snook

Re: [MBZ] What's a GLK?

2008-05-13 Thread Bill R
Well, if one seeks a role model through a name, you could do worse. From experience with my grandkids though, as soon as someone picks up an unusual name you will suddenly hear dozens of kids with the same name. IE - Our 1 YO granddaughter Isabella - it seems to be a common girl's name these

[MBZ] Was Someone Looking for a TDI?

2008-05-13 Thread LWB250
Someone on my Mac list has this for sale: http://mnbeetle.wetpaint.com/?t=anon It's not a Jetta, but it is a TDI Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Tell me what its doing again? If you pull the relay out and jump it with a wire it works? I guess if you jump it from the power in to the power out to fuel pump and it works, there could be some other signal the relay is not getting. It has to get more than just a power in I would think to

Re: [MBZ] Was Someone Looking for a TDI?

2008-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley
I love these ads. Heated Washer Nozzles are worth mentioning, but the transmission type is not. I suppose that means the seller believes that auto trans is the only type there is. http://mnbeetle.wetpaint.com/?t=anon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
I think you are pointing to the black not quite round thing. I'd guess it used to be an oring. is the cross section more or less square? if so, pop it out and go get some orings about the right size and see what fits. It IS a metric oring, so mb or auto a/c orings might be a good place to

Re: [MBZ] was diesel, now Motorcycles for Bob

2008-05-13 Thread Tom Hargrave
The picture looks more like a seal that slips over an edge to me. If that's the case then an O-ring will work because it does not have a groove on the outside edge. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
I jump from the 5th pin to the 6th pin, and the FP runs. One is 30 (battery) and the other is the + to the FP + terminal. This tests the system other than the relay. What I need to do is test the inputs to the relay for the control circuits to the relay. It appears that both relays are

[MBZ] Thought I was in a different car...

2008-05-13 Thread Bill R
Manfred - That rearrangement of the throttle rods you did yesterday was nothing short of amazing. I started out onto the road this morning and had to stop and walk around the car to see if it was mine. At least twice the pep it has had - probably since I got the car. A real pleasure to drive

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread Rolf
Gah. Mine was stick. The front half 67, back half 64, brazilian aftermarket crankcase. Only car that ever got me laid (and more than once at that!). -Rolf Tom Hargrave wrote: I had a 67 with an Automatic Suckshift transmission. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924

Re: [MBZ] Was Someone Looking for a TDI?

2008-05-13 Thread Rolf
Women. *rolls eyes* How is that your wife can tell you what sweater she wore on the second date 13 years ago but cant tell you how long the oil light has been blinking -Rolf Mitch Haley wrote: I love these ads. Heated Washer Nozzles are worth mentioning, but the transmission type is not.

Re: [MBZ] Was Someone Looking for a TDI?

2008-05-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 3:47 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I love these ads. Heated Washer Nozzles are worth mentioning, but the transmission type is not. I suppose that means the seller believes that auto trans is the only type there is. http://mnbeetle.wetpaint.com/?t=anon

Re: [MBZ] Atticus

2008-05-13 Thread RELNGSON
With the very greatest respect, could a child named Atticus Snook make it through school alive? RLE ** Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/dinner-tonight?NCID=aolfod000301)

Re: [MBZ] Atticus

2008-05-13 Thread Mitch Haley
Just name him Sue. That'll toughen him up. (credit to Johnny Cash) [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: With the very greatest respect, could a child named Atticus Snook make it through school alive? RLE ** Wondering what's for Dinner Tonight? Get new twists on family favorites at AOL

Re: [MBZ] Memo to Kleb and anyone else with driveshaft vibe

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
So THAT's what happened! I thought it was that expensive vibrating seat option On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 12:54 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: heck no, it shakes so bad it shakes the clearcoat right off!! -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies,

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
124 - but we're not picky. It just would be cool to have one, since there's a place for it, and I've never seen one in real life. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 7:21 AM, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: First aid kit for what model? -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies:

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
The kit - I guess - that goes into the holder behind the rear seat. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 12:57 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: you talking about the kit or the holder box thing? OK Don wrote: I'll trade you the 107 CD for a Mercedes first aid kit box in good condition. --

Re: [MBZ] Memo to Kleb and anyone else with driveshaft vibe

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OK Don wrote: So THAT's what happened! I thought it was that expensive vibrating seat option On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 12:54 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: heck no, it shakes so bad it shakes the clearcoat right off!! -- Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
oh, you mean the kit, its a bag. Will see if I have any OK Don wrote: 124 - but we're not picky. It just would be cool to have one, since there's a place for it, and I've never seen one in real life. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 7:21 AM, Loren Faeth [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: First aid kit for

Re: [MBZ] Atticus

2008-05-13 Thread Bill R
Well, it would take so looking to come up with a nickname for Atticus - for the teachers anyway I get your point. My best friend a few years ago had the last name of Fly. That took a bit to get used to, but soon not even noticed. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread MG
Loren, I don't know much about that car but the connections on a relay I have here are as follows; 30- power in 87+87a- power out one is normally open till the relay is energized and the other is closed and will open when the relay is energized. 85+86- are power and ground to the activating

Re: [MBZ] Atticus

2008-05-13 Thread Rich Thomas
Well some pol here is named Jew Don Boney, he floated pretty high in the local deal. --R Bill R wrote: Well, it would take so looking to come up with a nickname for Atticus - for the teachers anyway I get your point. My best friend a few years ago had the last name of Fly. That took a

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread MG
With all that room? Try a 68 VW bug sometime. Course that was back when the bug was new. Manfred Date: Mon, 12 May 2008 18:30:38 -0500 From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] It's got to be easier than sex in a 66 Mustang... Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924

Re: [MBZ] Carfax?

2008-05-13 Thread Ed Booher
On Wed, May 7, 2008 at 7:58 AM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I guess I'm this month's Carfax sugardaddy. Let me know if you need a report. If it isn't too much trouble, would you mind running a VIN for me? The VIN is 1B4GH54R1NX225293 and should be a 91 Caravan. Thanks in advance,

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
New? Bug? Mine was a 1951 On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 7:42 PM, MG [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: With all that room? Try a 68 VW bug sometime. Course that was back when the bug was new. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies: lies, damn lies, and statistics. -Benjamin Disraeli

Re: [MBZ] Atticus

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
I worked for awhile with a Shelby Fly - claimed to be related to some charactor in the Dodge City OK Corral event. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 7:14 PM, Bill R [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Well, it would take so looking to come up with a nickname for Atticus - for the teachers anyway I get your

Re: [MBZ] Memo to Kleb and anyone else with driveshaft vibe

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
So swap in a good drive shaft and see what happens - or just enjoy that expensive option. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OK Don wrote: So THAT's what happened! I thought it was that expensive vibrating seat option

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
Would the older box fit? It would be cooler. according to my son (who is really the one wanting it). On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: oh, you mean the kit, its a bag. Will see if I have any -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK There are three kinds of lies:

Re: [MBZ] Thought I was in a different car...

2008-05-13 Thread MG
Thanks Bill, I hope Herndon's can straighten out the shifting. I guess I just thought your car was slipping a bit because mine makes a lot more noise and yours is so quiet. Got to fix that exhaust leak some time. You have to try driving mine and see what you think. Manfred Date: Tue, 13 May

Re: [MBZ] Memo to Kleb and anyone else with driveshaft vibe

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
yea, maybe one of these days OK Don wrote: So swap in a good drive shaft and see what happens - or just enjoy that expensive option. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA OK Don wrote: So THAT's what happened! I

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
no, wont fit OK Don wrote: Would the older box fit? It would be cooler. according to my son (who is really the one wanting it). On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: oh, you mean the kit, its a bag. Will see if I have any -- Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] OT Beer and Bugs and fun difficult activities to try in the m when we were young...

2008-05-13 Thread Bill R
I did have a bug in the late 1970's. It was orange and was on the street when a rather destructive [golf ball sized hail] hailstorm came through Western Indiana. That VW looked like a golf ball when it was done. I did enjoy driving it, but having been married a few years at that point it was

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread Loren Faeth
THanks. Not sure if I had 87 or 87a. I was writing from memory after I got back from the trip I thought would fix the car. I will check that out on the next trip. OK Don sent me the wiring info So I hope I can get it figured out soon. Have a lot of other commitments right now and I could

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread Dave H...
I think I have one of those ??? Dave H... -- From: OK Don [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, May 13, 2008 8:04 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD The kit - I guess - that goes into the holder

Re: [MBZ] Help! I want my 300D back! 380SL

2008-05-13 Thread Jim Cathey
with a wire it works? I guess if you jump it from the power in to the power out to fuel pump and it works, there could be some other signal the relay is not getting. There is more than one power pin to that relay. Did y'all get my posting? It's a _smart_ relay, not a simple one with coil

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
OK - the bag would be nice. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 9:51 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: no, wont fit OK Don wrote: Would the older box fit? It would be cooler. according to my son (who is really the one wanting it). On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 8:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: oh, you mean the kit, its a bag. I think I have the original one in my 300D... at least it appears so. Looks unopened too. Wonder if anything in there is still good? What's the shelf life of Band-Aids in a SoCal car

Re: [MBZ] 124 service CD

2008-05-13 Thread OK Don
I suspect that the anti-biotic cream is dead. On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 10:12 PM, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: On Tue, May 13, 2008 at 6:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: oh, you mean the kit, its a bag. I think I have the original one in my 300D... at least it

Re: [MBZ] Carfax?

2008-05-13 Thread tom savage
Ed Booher wrote: If it isn't too much trouble, would you mind running a VIN for me? The VIN is 1B4GH54R1NX225293 and should be a 91 Caravan. Here you go: http://www.carfax.com/viewEmailReport.do?a=4a2iq63oWgokzpEHaLdZjLHd%2Bv88CJr9KFYoiZvyhso4LVx%2BnbxvhtbDgDaCTSi3language=EN Hopefully this

Re: [MBZ] Thought I was in a different car...

2008-05-13 Thread Kevin Kraly
That rearrangement of the throttle rods you did yesterday was nothing short of amazing. I wish he was closer to ME so that he could fiddle around with my '83 300SD! What was out of whack on yours? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___