Tom Hargrave wrote:
So, the Mercedes with the blacked out headlights is yours?
You found pics at the race, I never found one?
It's a blue W123. Headlamps are banned, side and rear windows are optional, but
I didn't notice anybody running windows. I noticed the entire hatch was missing
on the
Mitch Haley wrote:
There are some pics of Rolf's car here:
http://superturbodiesel.com/std/viewtopic.php?f=18t=96st=0sk=tsd=astart=20
BTW, Rolf, what's the blue pickup, a Toyota or maybe a Datsun?
My brother had a LUV (bought new) and a B1600 (used). I always wanted a Mazda
rotary but never
My wife isn't letting me race this year as it was a 3 day event and we
have a newborn. Next year I am there.
Here we are and looking good!
http://superturbodiesel.com/images/std_lemons.jpg
Mitch Haley wrote:
Mitch Haley wrote:
There are some pics of Rolf's car here:
Fly hell, thats got the Acela written all over it...
-Curt
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 16:10:00 -0400
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Sheesh if thats the worst of the rust its a good thing I have a long commute or
I'd be all over that. I loved my wagon but it was a $300 car...
-Curt
Date: Sat, 26 Jul 2008 19:54:38 -0400
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Or complete the circle-drive your 240D to DC and trade it for the TD or sell
it there.
Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles.
1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD).
1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles.
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Glenn,
You were right! It started when I jumped the relay connectors. I suppose that
means I need a new starter relay, correct?
Many Thanks,
Bruce
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Date:
http://providence.craigslist.org/car/771387564.html
Well maybe not so cheap with AC, etc
No affiliation, etc.
Dwight
Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles.
1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD).
1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles.
Wickford, RI
Bruce
You may have already done this step, but you should first run a 12V jumper
to your switch spade on the solenoid and see if it cranks, that will bypass
your ignition switch and associated wiring. If it starts that way, your
starter and solenoid pass the test.
Harry
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http://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/car/767035194.html
I am not familiar with the inch miles to miles conversion.
As Bugs would say, What a maroon!
Bob R
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'Seems to be really proud of his ridiculous wheels.
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Subject: [MBZ] PHX CL 300E with only 300 in miles!
Is this a rodbender? What would this get for mpg?
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/764133017.html
Bob R
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I saw something similar yesterday that had what must have been 22's on it.
It was sick (in a bad way, not a good way)
Bob R
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Mind your drool.
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Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Is this a rodbender? What would this get for mpg?
I think all these were...
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/764133017.html
Photographer seems to have trouble holding the camera horizontal...
It does look very nice, I must admit.
--
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Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/car/761538205.html
Dash is probably cracked, since it has a throw rug on it. Why is
the armrest in a pillowcase?
Wonder if the AC works? Not a bad price, for that mileage, if its in
really good shape.
Allan
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I don't need another car.
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 11:31 AM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote:
Or complete the circle-drive your 240D to DC and trade it for the TD or
sell
it there.
Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles.
1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD).
1990
What's a center bearing?
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 1:39 PM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote:
http://providence.craigslist.org/car/771387564.html
Well maybe not so cheap with AC, etc
No affiliation, etc.
Dwight
Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles.
1979
Is it worth saving a used starter from a car that went to the crusher for a
rainy day?
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 1:49 PM, harry watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote:
Bruce
You may have already done this step, but you should first run a 12V jumper
to your switch spade on the solenoid and see if it
Cheap at a THIRD the price when you could get a great well-maintained
turbodiesel wagon for under $2k...
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 2:13 PM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/car/761538205.html
Dash is probably
Probably the center driveshaft support bearing
Jim in Phoenix
What's a center bearing?
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Sent: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:26 pm
Subject: Re: [MBZ] cheap 300D 2.5
What's a center
I didn't think the 1980 wagons had a turbo, 811 was the first turbo'd wagon.
jim in Phoenix
Cheap at a THIRD the price when you could get a great well-maintained
turbodiesel wagon for under $2k...
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Bob R. wrote: Is this a rodbender? What would this get for mpg?
http://phoenix.craigslist.org/cph/car/764133017.html
Any of the 140 Chassis Diesels were rodbenders (at least the ones we have in
this country) whether it was called the 300SD or the 350SD. In addition, the
last of the 126 cars
http://wichita.craigslist.org/car/771646516.html
This is an ugly truck, but I thought somebody wanted a 6.2 diesel.
Not mine, no affiliation, etc.
Donald H. Snook
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Describe the tandem to me. Is it the conventional type (one rider behind
the other) or side-by-side? I would assume that it's a conventional tandem
thus the need for wireless communications. I paid $1800 for my side-by-side
tandem which would have cost me $2300 new including fenders, air
I don't have to simply describe it -- I bookmarked the web site. This is
what it was.
http://www.co-motion.com/tandem_bikes/primera.html
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 3:03 PM, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Describe the tandem to me.
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Analyzing all this, I come to the following conclusions:
1. Obama met some troops at some places but not other troops at other
places. But this is always the case.
2. CPT Porter reported what he initially believed to be true but some
hearsay and some personal opinion were likely involved.
3.
http://springfield.craigslist.org/car/771284989.html
Not mine, no affiliation.
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I've had a 91 350SDL (126) since Jun 95. Timing chain broke at 89 kmi in
Apr 96. Car now has 191 kmi; no work on bottom part of engine yet. 'Still
driving with fingers crossed. 'Finest driving/riding car I've seen.
Wilton
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andrew strasfogel wrote:
I don't need another car.
Especially one with a rust hole in the hood you can shove your fist through.
Mitch.
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andrew strasfogel wrote:
Is it worth saving a used starter from a car that went to the crusher for a
rainy day?
Starter and alternator don't take up much space in relation to their
replacement
cost. I'd grab the fuse and relay panels complete before crushing too, along
with the power antenna
Sounds like a big deal to me.
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 3:40 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Probably the center driveshaft support bearing
Jim in Phoenix
What's a center bearing?
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On Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:27:14 -0400 andrew strasfogel
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Is it worth saving a used starter from a car that went to the crusher
for a rainy day?
Does it fit a car you have? Did it work when removed? Do you have
out-of-the way space to plop it in until the rainy day?
Craig
That's my point, Jim. I have a well-maintained turbodiesel for sale in D.C.
that's twice the car for about a third the money.
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 3:44 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I didn't think the 1980 wagons had a turbo, 811 was the first turbo'd
wagon.
jim in Phoenix
Cheap at a
Learning is not automatic - it depends on the intelligence and willingness
to learn of the student. I wish the press had focussed more on what the
world leaders discussed with Obama and their impressions of him. I thought
he handled himself brilliantly and struck just the right balance, given
Not a bad price for a terrific looking car, but this model can really burn a
hole in your wallet with no hope of ever getting your money back...
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 4:42 PM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
http://springfield.craigslist.org/car/771284989.html
Not mine, no
Triple yes.
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 7:10 PM, Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
On Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:27:14 -0400 andrew strasfogel
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Is it worth saving a used starter from a car that went to the crusher
for a rainy day?
Does it fit a car you have? Did it
Andrew reminded us:
I have a well-maintained turbodiesel for sale in D.C.
that's twice the car for about a third the money.
What are you selling Andrew? I must have missed it.
Bob R
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Triple yes.
Then I guess that's what your answer is.
Craig
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Why do you think the press did not report aspects of his trip that would
not be promotional, e.g., that before his Berlin speech there was a rock
concert, free beer/food, etc. that contributed *significantly* to
drawing the huge crowd?
And why is the mainstream press not reporting the John
Robert Rentfro wrote:
What are you selling Andrew? I must have missed it.
S123, turbo, slightly rusty.
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/pts/771037032.html
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On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 3:03 PM, Kevin Kraly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Describe the tandem to me. Is it the conventional type (one rider behind
the other) or side-by-side? I would assume that it's a conventional tandem
thus the need for wireless
If anyone has an active Carfax account, would you mind checking this VIN:
2FAFP74W52X139693
Thanks,
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On a 123 it is called a center carrier bearing-it' the mid driveshaft
support bracket and bearing. I have had several replaced in my 240D's.
Dwight
Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles.
1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD).
1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles.
Wickford, RI
-Original
On a 240D it is ~ $200 parts and labor.
Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co
Dwight E. Giles, Jr.
Wickford RI 02852
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I will be replacing my SDL's a/c compressor soon. I already have a high volume
vacuum pump capable of 30. What else do I need? Do I absolutely need a set
of pressure gauges? I just topped off Dad's TD and my coupe with a can of
freon from Wal-Mart that has a pressure gauge built in. Is this
..I would have thought that Roger would check up on this sort of thing
before posting...
Why bother when someone else is always ready hovering over the keyboard?
But aside from that, I read the whole Snopes story on this and I thought
their thoughts were vague and not really persuasive. And
This is a fairly painless task. Purchase the bearing, bearing support, and
support boot. Jack up and support the rear of the car, loosen the parking
brake cable, remove the front and rear flex disks, remove the driveline center
support and drop the drive line. Take a marker or whiteout and
The press has a HUGE love affair with McCain because he chats them up on his
campaign bus
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 7:55 PM, Rich Thomas
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Why do you think the press did not report aspects of his trip that would
not be promotional, e.g., that before his Berlin speech
I need to find a hobbyist who is into body work...
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 7:24 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Robert Rentfro wrote:
What are you selling Andrew? I must have missed it.
S123, turbo, slightly rusty.
http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/pts/771037032.html
That sounds like a MAJOR hassle, or bug bucks for the shop to do it...
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 9:58 PM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
This is a fairly painless task. Purchase the bearing, bearing support,
and
support boot. Jack up and support the rear of the car, loosen the parking
I drove my new 1983 300TD at night for the first time. The dash lights are
ALL pitch black - gauges, ACC, buttons, fascia switches - you name it. Only
the radio lights up. Could I have more than one problem? Is there a
mother bulb for the switches that are illuminated by fiber optics cables?
Maybe 1.5 hrs of work if you're detailed and complete.
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'87 300SDL (278,xxx mi)
'85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast
'82 300CD (181 kmi)
'82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold
'85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine The Accordion
Quoting andrew
Fiddle with the dimmer switch. You might need a rebuild/new switch.
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'87 300SDL (278,xxx mi)
'85 Ford F250 6.9 diesel (x59,xxx mi) BioBeast
'82 300CD (181 kmi)
'82 300D (74 kmi) getting donor engine-sold
'85 300D (280,176) parts car sans engine The Accordion
I would suggest that you have a bad rheostat switch. Not worth the money of
replacing simply take out the dash and solder in a wire bypass onto the
rheostat.
Dave H...and by pass it. Date: Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:24:27 -0400 From: [EMAIL
PROTECTED] To: Mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ]
Good answer but not to the questions posed.
--R
andrew strasfogel wrote:
The press has a HUGE love affair with McCain because he chats them up on his
campaign bus
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 7:55 PM, Rich Thomas
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Why do you think the press did not report
Roger,
I went to the Snopes.com or Urban Legend website and found that it is
nothing more than a really newsy version of Wikipedia, where
individuals can post a story and be given some sort of credibility.
It appears there is NO verification done by Snopes to determine the
authenticity
andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I need to find a hobbyist who is into body work...
the problem is that the rust you see is only about 10% of it.
Allan
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Andrew,
I believe it's called the rheostat They do go bad... Try
wiggling it with some push to the back and forth rotational turn
(very slowly) and you might be lucky enough to find the sweet
spot
Otherwise, I believe it's pulling the instrument cluster and
replacing
In a message dated 7/27/2008 12:45:16 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,
[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
Cheap at a THIRD the price when you could get a great well-maintained
turbodiesel wagon for under $2k...
Eeeooow, but rust! We are talking a rust free car from the Biltmore section
(TaDaaa)
LWB250 wrote:
If anyone has an active Carfax account, would you mind checking this VIN:
2FAFP74W52X139693
It's a Canadian Crown Vic with greasy detailer crap (and a modular 4.6L V8)
under the hood. Do I win a prize?
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Smartass.
Just checking for the fun of it.
No more greasy puffy shirt detailing stuff. The Mercedes Martha Stewart has
started in on it. It got a complete Mobil 1 treatment along with new filters
on Saturday along with addressing a couple of outstanding TSBs that needed
attention.
Today it
There is a good bit of stagecraft whenever there is a Presidential campaign
appearance. Well, normally (see below).
When Obama came to Jefferson, it was my duty to sit on the stage right
behind him, front row, because I am a county Dem party official. When I said
I really didn't care to, an
I soldered a jumper onto the rheostat on my 240D soon after I purchased it,
and have never looked back. Dash lights ever since.
On Mon, Jul 28, 2008 at 5:44 AM, Chuck Landenberger [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Andrew,
I believe it's called the rheostat They do go bad... Try
wiggling it
Having a weird issue with the brakes on the POS 300E.
When I drove the car home a few months ago the brakes worked well
enough, although the rears were squealing and the wear indicator was
on, so I planned to change all the pads at least. The car sat for a
while, while I got distracted by other
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 6:30 PM, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
If anyone has an active Carfax account, would you mind checking this VIN:
2FAFP74W52X139693
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On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 6:30 PM, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
If anyone has an active Carfax account, would you mind checking this VIN:
2FAFP74W52X139693
What in God's name is a Crown Victoria Sport? I know there is, or
used to be, a way to get most of the specs of the police version by
The rear reservoir has run dry. You must fill the front one (the only one you
can see through the filler cap) completely full to almost overflowing to get
fluid to fill the rear one (I've done this a couple times now). Rather
difficult to actually see the rear chamber on a W124.
Get it full
The LX Sport is the top end trim and accessory package. It's dechromed but
has all the goodies like air suspension, factory alloy wheels, leather,
automatic climate control, premium sound system, etc. It's as close to the P71
(police interceptor) you can get without actually buying one.
As
On Sun, 27 Jul 2008 20:26:50 -0700 (PDT) LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I'm sure I'm missing something, but it's a start.
Citric acid flush for the radiator and fill with G-05?
Craig
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Hey Alex,
wonder if you could also run WDBBA48D5GA040291
Much appreciated,
John
On 7/27/08, Alex Chamberlain [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 6:30 PM, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
If anyone has an active Carfax account, would you mind checking this VIN:
Cause it makes you look stupid, or at least like a right wing
propagandist. However I know you are a fair person and when you find
that story about McCain paying young male prostitutes for sex you will
forward it for our scrutiny.
Surely you must have wondered if a officer in the US army would
Apparently Hitler had a photographic memory for peoples names.
Just cause someone can remember your name does not make him a good
leader, I reckon being a good judge of character is more important.
Hendrik
who has a lousy memory for.aheemI forgot...ahh well
Wonko the
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 9:09 PM, Peter Frederick [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
The rear reservoir has run dry. You must fill the front one (the only one
you can see through the filler cap) completely full to almost overflowing to
get fluid to fill the rear one (I've done this a couple times now).
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 9:15 PM, LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
The LX Sport is the top end trim and accessory package. It's dechromed but
has all the goodies like air suspension, factory alloy wheels, leather,
automatic climate control, premium sound system, etc. It's as close to the
On Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 9:34 PM, John Freer [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Hey Alex,
wonder if you could also run WDBBA48D5GA040291
Much appreciated,
John
No problemo! I paid for the unlimited 30-day deal, may as well get my
money's worth...
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