Re: [MBZ] more stupid dog talk (off topic)

2008-08-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
i still think the answer is a ban on labradors Until there's a ban on incompetent dog owners, there will still be aggressive dogs of all breeds! Most people haven't a clue about how to handle/train a dog! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] more stupid dog talk (off topic)

2008-08-08 Thread Zoltan Finks
Riding my bike around Seattle the other day I saw a vinyl poster on the side of Dexter Ave that showed two Pit Bulls and read Ban ignorance, not breeds. Yeah, the PWDs are a breed I would actually consider. My wife thinks they're pretty cool, and the fact that they don't shed much is huge for us.

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Zoltan Finks
That's not exactly irony - but something like it? I have been thinking that with the increase in scooters on the road will come the accidents. Same thing with the increase in bicycle riders on the road. All need to learn the rules of the road. Not to be insensitive to the deceased's family.

Re: [MBZ] more stupid dog talk (off topic)

2008-08-08 Thread Kevin Kraly
make hair - hair that goes airborn when you sweep at it with a broom. Joel's Labrador hair finds its way into EVERY fiber of the carpet, couches, car seats, wherever he lies or happens to enter! When he's really blowing coat, it's HAIRific! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Maybe I should move to Taos

2008-08-08 Thread Luther
What's 1981? :D Luther Donald Snook wrote: Kaleb wrote: Yea, I remember 1981, but I was only about 6 I was 9. It was the beginning of the Reagan era. Donald H. Snook ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor:

Re: [MBZ] turbo boost 124 300d

2008-08-08 Thread Luther
I'll second that. On my trip to Albuquerque last month, I was loosing about 5mph on the WEAK Oklahoma hills between here and Ok City. Changed the fuel filter in Amarillo (to a cheap Autozone American filter) and the problem was solved. Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Danny, I'll

Re: [MBZ] turbo boost 124 300d

2008-08-08 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
Yes, always a good and cheap place to start -primary and secondary, but esp. primary. I carry a handful in the trunk of each car. Dwight Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] OT Volvo 240...Stopped at a light doing about 40.......

2008-08-08 Thread Fmiser
...while stopped at a light doing about 40 MPH. Now _that's_ amazing!! -- Philip === OK Philip, let me clarify..Wife was STOPPED at a light. Airhead college student on cell phone REAR-ENDS the Volvo doing about 40. I did

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Tom Hargrave
Scooters (not motorcycles) have been extremely popular in Italy for many years. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 3:42 AM To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
Tom Hargrave wrote: Scooters (not motorcycles) have been extremely popular in Italy for many years. Ever since WWII ended, at least. That's where Vespas and Piaggios come from. BTW, did Sunil ever buy that Vespa he was thinking about? Mitch. ___

Re: [MBZ] I bought the Volvo

2008-08-08 Thread Donald Snook
Kaleb wrote: I offered it to the list after I didnt hear from you, figured you didnt want it. As it turns out, there are several people interested, and I have been enjoying it in the mean time. If it drives as nicely as you say, you will have no trouble selling. There is a reason the 124 300E

Re: [MBZ] Maybe I should move to Taos

2008-08-08 Thread Donald Snook
Coincidentally, someone sent me this. It is a verbatim sentence imposed upon a defendant convicted of murder in the Federal District Court of the Territory of New Mexico many years ago by a United States Judge, sitting at Taos in an adobe stable used as a temporary courtroom. ~~~o~~~ 'Jose

[MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Donald Snook
Our summer law clerk is looking at a 1980 240D with 390,000 miles on it. His sister is selling it. It is a two owner car. The previous owner was a retired air force captain. They have a three ring binder full of service records. The previous owner drove it for 370,000 miles. I told him to

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Gary Hurst
i'm also worry about injection pump at this mileage. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 9:15 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Our summer law clerk is looking at a 1980 240D with 390,000 miles on it. His sister is selling it. It is a two owner car. The previous owner was a retired air force

Re: [MBZ] Maybe I should move to Taos

2008-08-08 Thread Rich Thomas
A few months before we bought our house in Houston, the Railroad Killer broke into the house across the street and killed the woman doctor who lived there, while her husband and children were off for a few days, in a most depraved manner, you do not want to know the details. This individual

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Tom Hargrave
At 390,000 miles, the long term service history really does not matter anymore because everything that wears out has been replaced at least once. All that matters now is the condition the car is in today and if it's in excellent shape, I'd recommend that she buys it - even at $2200. And even the

[MBZ] turbo boost - fixed (?)

2008-08-08 Thread Danny Goldberg
Changed both the pre and main fuel filters. Big difference! There is no major hill near where i live in new jerzee, but merging on and off I-95/295 is a major improvement. The car now revs smoothly all the way to 4000+ rpm like it should and shifts a bit better too. (I did recheck the lines to

Re: [MBZ] Corroded license plate lamp - W111

2008-08-08 Thread andrew strasfogel
Not yet, and coincidentally, there will be an Okiebenz Coupon special running through the weekend. The strong running 1983 300TD (blue/blue) + spare working 1983 transmission + used AC hose + one complete and virtually rust-free RF door painted a contrasting orient red - all for $1995 to anyone

Re: [MBZ] turbo boost - fixed (?)

2008-08-08 Thread andrew strasfogel
Hey Danny, where do you store your six pack o' cars? You may need a wagon to round out your collection. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 10:13 AM, Danny Goldberg [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Changed both the pre and main fuel filters. Big difference! There is no major hill near where i live in new jerzee,

Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

2008-08-08 Thread Allan Streib
Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Don't forget that your tank will want to start to float unless you sink it. If you cork its bottom fitting(s) you can fill it with plain water instead of solution. I figured I'd just leave all the openings open and let the solution fill it all up. Might

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Allan Streib
Zoltan Finks [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That's not exactly irony - but something like it? I have been thinking that with the increase in scooters on the road will come the accidents. Same thing with the increase in bicycle riders on the road. All need to learn the rules of the road. Around

[MBZ] 97 E320?

2008-08-08 Thread R A Bennell
Neighbour tells me he plans to buy a 97 E320 from his brother in law. Anything he should watch for? Can't recall if these are the years with the wiring harness troubles or the spring perch rust? Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official

Re: [MBZ] Posers

2008-08-08 Thread R A Bennell
Or they damaged the tailgate and don't want to pay the cost of repair or replacement. People often back trucks into things and if the tail gate is down it causes problems. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent:

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Wonko the Sane
If you're talking land splitting, that is perfectly legal in some states. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 10:03 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The motorcyclists for the most part do pretty well, but occasionally will pass in a no pass zone, or cut ahead at a stoplight between lanes.

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Wonko the Sane
I of course meant lane splitting. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 10:17 AM, Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you're talking land splitting, that is perfectly legal in some states. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 10:03 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: The motorcyclists for the most part

Re: [MBZ] More on turbo boost 124 300d

2008-08-08 Thread Rolf
Ya, I used the 100PSI stuff. Just check the psi on the house as one is fairly low. -Rolf Rich Thomas wrote: Oh, and the hose is some weird Benz part, but it turns out to be nothing but some plastic tubing which I think you could get some rigid poly at Lowes and use that for the replacement.

[MBZ] a/c hose seal?

2008-08-08 Thread Luther
During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While removing the freon, the mechanic and I looked the system over for dye leaks. The only one we found was on the large black rubber hose that goes from the compressor to the condenser. The leak was

Re: [MBZ] More on turbo boost 124 300d

2008-08-08 Thread Jim Cathey
Ya, I used the 100PSI stuff. Just check the psi on the hose as one is fairly low. Less than 1 BAR, namely about 12 PSI. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 97 E320?

2008-08-08 Thread dave walton
Yes on the rust. Not sure about the harness. The 99 and beyond is more desirable because of 6 airbags, traction control, and optional stability control. -Dave Walton On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 11:13 AM, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Neighbour tells me he plans to buy a 97 E320 from his

Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

2008-08-08 Thread Jim Cathey
I figured I'd just leave all the openings open and let the solution fill it all up. Might convert any internal rust that way, though probably not much unless I hang an anode inside the tank. None at all without an anode. Then rinse well after it's done, and let it dry in the sun. I'd

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Allan Streib
Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If you're talking land splitting, that is perfectly legal in some states. I'm talking about creating a third lane by riding on the divider line between two lanes. Cutting up to the stoplight between two lanes of stopped traffic, then accelerating ahead

Re: [MBZ] a/c hose seal?

2008-08-08 Thread andrew strasfogel
I doubt it. Try a used one instead. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 11:23 AM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While removing the freon, the mechanic and I looked the system over for dye leaks. The only one we

Re: [MBZ] a/c hose seal?

2008-08-08 Thread Jim Cathey
During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While removing the freon, the mechanic and I looked the system over for dye leaks. The only one we found was on the large black rubber hose that goes from the compressor to the condenser. The leak

Re: [MBZ] a/c hose seal?

2008-08-08 Thread Anthony Galioto
Try shoe goo On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 11:34 AM, andrew strasfogel [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: I doubt it. Try a used one instead. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 11:23 AM, Luther [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 6:15 AM, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I told him to be concerned about the transmission (its an auto) He better give it a thorough test drive beforehand including some freeway driving to see if he can deal with the lack of power---a W123 240D automatic really is a

Re: [MBZ] OT Ford Horn Q

2008-08-08 Thread R A Bennell
Probably a real good idea. The plugs are only a couple of weeks old but I did run the vehicle a couple of hundred miles in that condition so who knows. Will pull the plug and have a look. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Allan Streib

Re: [MBZ] 97 E320?

2008-08-08 Thread R A Bennell
Well, he did not go looking for an MB so not likely to turn his attention to 99 and newer. The only reason he is buying is because it is his brother in law's car and he bought it new and is now moving up to another new one. Wayne is interested because he knows the whole history of the car and it

Re: [MBZ] a/c hose seal?

2008-08-08 Thread jfreezn
Luther, Like Jim said, Local hose repair shop.? Tubes n Hoses did mine.? They will cut your fittings off, add a new swage piece, and crimp them to new hose.? About $40. Jim in Phoenix During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add dye to the system. While removing

Re: [MBZ] 97 E320?

2008-08-08 Thread dave walton
You have to take off the wheels and look for loose paint, bubbles, and any hint of rust discoloration anywhere in the area. Moisture migrates under the paint so the discoloration can be several inches from the main affected area. They used semi-pliable goop on top of the perch where it attaches to

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread Wonko the Sane
In California Only, lane splitting is legal. Motorcycles may drive between cars, but not on shoulders. http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/PrintLaws.html On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 10:33 AM, Allan Streib [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Wonko the Sane [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If you're talking land

Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

2008-08-08 Thread harry watkins
Jim, when you say you got washing soda, just what is it? Is it Tide? Thanks Harry - Original Message - From: Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, August 07, 2008 9:29 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

Re: [MBZ] Maybe I should move to Taos

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
Donald Snook wrote: a cold-blooded, copper-colored, blood-thirsty, throat-cutting, chili-eating, sheep-herding, murdering son-of-a-bitch.' Gee, would they prosecute the judge for a 'hate crime' if he said that today? I had no idea that criminals were ever executed without a proper burial in

Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

2008-08-08 Thread dave walton
Sodium carbonate http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40_trksid=m38_nkw=washing+soda Also good to have around the house for that nasty ring-around-the-collar. -Dave Walton On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 12:29 PM, harry watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jim, when you say you got washing soda, just what is it?

Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

2008-08-08 Thread harry watkins
Thanks Dave, I think the club house swimming pool uses that stuff, I'll check it out. Harry - Original Message - From: dave walton [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 11:34 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is

Re: [MBZ] turbo boost - fixed (?)

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
Danny Goldberg wrote: anyone have one of those posters from the 70 election with the picture of the pregnant girl scout with the slogan Nixon's the One which was his campaign catch line? They were all over the NY campuses at the time. Wonder what that would fetch on eBay? Here's the song

Re: [MBZ] how to know when rust is terminal...

2008-08-08 Thread dave walton
It's also used by saltwater aquarium enthusiasts and large-animal veterinarians. -Dave Walton On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 12:48 PM, harry watkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks Dave, I think the club house swimming pool uses that stuff, I'll check it out. Harry - Original Message -

[MBZ] Triple Eights Day (TED)

2008-08-08 Thread Craig McCluskey
Yup, today is 08/08/08. On another note, I'm driving to Oregon in our Big Red Van and am signing off the list so my inbox isn't flooded while I'm gone. Don't talk about anything important while I'm gone. :-) Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Was 300E/944?, now driving a 240D

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
at okie acres andrew strasfogel wrote: OK, I'll bite. Where in the world can Robert possibly FIND a good solid 300 E?? On Thu, Aug 7, 2008 at 6:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED]wrote: you need a 300E Robert Rentfro wrote: I'd like to find a nice 4 speed 240D with the dead

Re: [MBZ] Posers

2008-08-08 Thread John Freer
Or, they are set up to pull a fifth wheel trailer and you can't do that with a tailgate in place. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 8:15 AM, R A Bennell [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Or they damaged the tailgate and don't want to pay the cost of repair or replacement. People often back trucks into things and

[MBZ] Kaleb - package arrived

2008-08-08 Thread Bill R
Kaleb - the spring base arrived - Thanks. I'm still pretty much in bed [starting 3rd week] so have not opened it up yet, but I suspect all is well. Bill ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Triple Eights Day (TED)

2008-08-08 Thread R A Bennell
Hey, we could talk about Craig. If you don't know anything real bad, make up something. Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 11:32 AM To: mercedes Subject: [MBZ] Triple Eights Day (TED) Yup,

Re: [MBZ] Ballard

2008-08-08 Thread RELNGSON
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Re: [MBZ] more stupid dog talk (off topic)

2008-08-08 Thread LarryT
You wrote ALL dogs can be aggressive'' Exacly right. We have 2 CHiuahiah's and while biting is their only defense due to their small size, they will also bit aggressively. Our smallest - around 3-4 #'s will try to bite my youngest (38 yrs old) when he walks by. For some reason she just does

Re: [MBZ] Pininfarina dies in scooter accident

2008-08-08 Thread LarryT
IMO this is akin to Bob Wolleck being hit while riding a bike near Sebring a few years ago - Larry T (66 MGB, 74 911, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net 800-583-8601 Weber Carb Info

Re: [MBZ] Posers

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
John Freer wrote: Or, they are set up to pull a fifth wheel trailer and you can't do that with a tailgate in place. You can pull a gooseneck or a fiver with the tailgate raised. If the trailer will clear the bed walls, it will clear the gate. What you can't do is unhitch and drive off without

Re: [MBZ] Posers

2008-08-08 Thread Wonko the Sane
You can --- but only once. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 2:17 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What you can't do is unhitch and drive off without lowering the tailgate. -- LT Don http://don.homelinux.net/~don/ apt-get update apt-get upgrade The following packages will be replaced Prez

Re: [MBZ] Posers

2008-08-08 Thread John Freer
Depends upon the design of the 5th wheel. I couldn't clear the front of the trailer backing up with the tailgate down so had to take off the tailgate. On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 12:17 PM, Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: John Freer wrote: Or, they are set up to pull a fifth wheel trailer and

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb - package arrived

2008-08-08 Thread Bill R
Speaking of packages, I do hope your package arrives soon. Sounds like Regina is ready. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 2:33 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] Kaleb - package

[MBZ] OT - Sights, etc.

2008-08-08 Thread Wilton Strickland
'Drove the '87 300D to Duke Hosp. (100 mi. one way) for nerve conduction tests today; 'found significant improvement (actually, confirmed what I already knew). 'Saw LOTSA people (men and women) who should NOT wear shorts or short skirts - whata sight! Wife kept complaining of being too cold in

Re: [MBZ] definition of a volvo driver

2008-08-08 Thread George Larribeau
Hahaha..VOLVO= VERY ODD LOOKING VEHICULAR OBJECT. On that note, if Then sir what is a Citroen DS21 George Larribeau Dallas Texas ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD - AC - Compressor replacement ..

2008-08-08 Thread George Larribeau
It's the Delphi Compressor with the stepped ports. Rusty found in his system directions that state. Large brass seal only for suction port. Green Seal for discharge port. Short Spacer centers green seal on discharge port. All other seals and spacers are not used for Mercedes applications. I

[MBZ] 82 300CD wiring diagram

2008-08-08 Thread Robert Bigham
I think I do, in a Mercedes book of wiring diagrams. If you don't already have one, let me know and I'll check. Date: Thu, 7 Aug 2008 12:24:58 -0700 (PDT) From: B Dike [EMAIL PROTECTED] WROTE Subject: [MBZ] 82 300CD wiring diagram? To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Hi, ? Does anyone have a wiring

Re: [MBZ] Posers

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
John Freer wrote: Depends upon the design of the 5th wheel. I couldn't clear the front of the trailer backing up with the tailgate down so had to take off the tailgate. You can usually back the pin into the truck bed, shut the gate, and then back up until the pin is in the hitch. Most people

Re: [MBZ] definition of a volvo driver

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
George Larribeau wrote: Hahaha..VOLVO= VERY ODD LOOKING VEHICULAR OBJECT. On that note, if Then sir what is a Citroen DS21 A whole lot prettier than a Deux Chevaux Vapeur (2CV) or a Traction Avant? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
At that mileage and for that price I personally would have a compression test done. And check the known rust sites as well. 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 Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] turbo boost - fixed (?)

2008-08-08 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
Danny, Glad to hear that-that was my guess. One more thing. Put at least a couple pre filters in the car before you go to VT-you could still have crud in the tank that will reappear. Ask me how I know. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles.

[MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread eric peterson
Pulled into work yesterday and parked the 380SE and turned the key made a stumling noise as it shut off.  When I went to leave in the evening it wouldn't start and sounded real rough.  Had it towed to my indie and he says it jumped timing.  This is a new indie as I moved about a yr ago and

Re: [MBZ] definition of a volvo driver

2008-08-08 Thread George Larribeau
A whole lot prettier than a Deux Chevaux Vapeur (2CV) or a Traction Avant? Mitch. I had a friend when I lived in San Francisco that had a 2CV .. Had a dip stick for a gas gauge and a knob on the dash that adjusted the ignition timing that was calibrated in octane. George Larribeau Dallas

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Tom Hargrave
The 85 380 engine has a double roller timing chain and it should not have jumped time after only 24K miles after the chain was replaced unless the person damaged the tensioner. I wonder if the PO had the engine replaced with an earlier one with a single roller chain? As far as damage is concerned

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread eric peterson
double chain.. he's giving me an estimate to just tear it down and see the damage of 35Hrs labor seems on the high side to me but I'm not much of a mechanic for major stuff. - Original Message From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread LWB250
83 was the last year for the single row chain. Anything 84 and later is double row. Dan --- On Fri, 8/8/08, Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Tom Hargrave
I'd suggest that you just have him pull the heads take a look. It won't take 35 hours to just pull the heads take a look at the piston tops. No serious damage to the pistons would tell me to get the heads reworked reinstalled. Serious damage would tell me to go engine shopping. He also needs

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Dwight E. Giles, Jr
Seems high-my Indy was putting a chain in a 560sl the other day day-told me book for R R was 30 hours. FWIW. Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of eric peterson

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Peter Frederick
It's a big pain, as the cam must come off with the head (you cannot remove one head bolt with the engine installed to free a cam tower, the brake booster or firewall is in the way). Damage will be a few bent valves, all exhaust, I think. ] Worst potential problem is that the block doesn't

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb - package arrived

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Good luck. Like I said, it has the rails still on it so it should make it easier if you just wanted to transfer your motors/pads/covers over without having to take the frame apart. Bill R wrote: Kaleb - the spring base arrived - Thanks. I'm still pretty much in bed [starting 3rd week] so

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb - package arrived

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
it will be here before we know it Bill R wrote: Speaking of packages, I do hope your package arrives soon. Sounds like Regina is ready. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Bill R Sent: Friday, August 08, 2008 2:33 PM To:

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
That is strange that is jumped time at that mileage, but not unheard of. If the chain was done, did they also replace the slide rails? If not, one probably broke which caused the chain to jump. In any case, you have bent valves. Probably 2500 repair job. Or you could install used heads

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Should not take more than 20-30 minutes to find out what the damage is. eric peterson wrote: double chain.. he's giving me an estimate to just tear it down and see the damage of 35Hrs labor seems on the high side to me but I'm not much of a mechanic for major stuff. - Original

[MBZ] OT: syncronized swimming is def the new hotness

2008-08-08 Thread Rolf Martin-Hoster
http://machochip.com/Bia%20And%20Branca%20Feres%202.jpg Also anyone know if Allison Stokke is on the Olympic team? I'd like to give her a pole to vault.. http://thefront.files.wordpress.com/2007/06/stokke.jpg?w=275h=400 Man, I have never been so excited about the summer Olympics. They

Re: [MBZ] definition of a volvo driver

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
I regret making that Traction Avant comment. Looked up a picture of it after I sent that message, and it was pretty nifty. I can remember a RT writer doing an article on taking a trip in a 2CV truck, which he likened to a sloth trying to escape from a quonset hut, and I had to agree with him.

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Steve MacSween
on 8/8/08 9:15, Donald Snook at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Our summer law clerk is looking at a 1980 240D with 390,000 miles on it. At that sort of mileage, much will depend on what's in the binder-full of receipts. The OM616s have to work pretty hard a lot of the time, in comparison with the

[MBZ] MB recycler near Toronto

2008-08-08 Thread Glenn Brown
For those of you who keep track of this sort of information for possible future use, there's a MB recycler near Toronto, Canada: Don Zeldin 698 The Glen Road RR #1 Woodville, Ontario Canada KOM 2TO (877) 679-2539 G. M. Brown Brevard, NC ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: syncronized swimming is def the new hotness

2008-08-08 Thread Hendrik Fay
Hmmnh I think someone needs to take a cold shower, anyway I am off to watch the female beach volleyball. Hendrik Rolf Martin-Hoster wrote: http://machochip.com/Bia%20And%20Branca%20Feres%202.jpg Also anyone know if Allison Stokke is on the Olympic team? I'd like to give her a pole to

Re: [MBZ] 380 SE jumped timing now what

2008-08-08 Thread Hendrik Fay
http://www.ozbenz.net/viewtopic.php?f=25t=6610 This is what the mechanic will find and the cause is most likely an incorrectly installed chain or a broken guide due to the PO being cheap and not doing a proper job. Hendrik Tom Hargrave wrote: I'd suggest that you just have him pull the heads

Re: [MBZ] a/c hose seal?

2008-08-08 Thread OK Don
Would pulling a vacuum while the JB Weld was setting help it seal? I do think a local hose shop is the way to go though --- Sure: Use brake cleaner and thoroughly clean off the outside of the rubber and fitting all around the area of the leak. Put a generous coating of JB Weld all over the

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Zoltan Finks
I feel that unless one lives in an area where they are likely to be shot or otherwise attacked, then the hard-charging drivers who tailgate can drive off into oblivion and die, wasting fuel all the way. The 240D has all the power to accelerate that is needed, except for up steep hills with a lot

Re: [MBZ] 1980 240D advice

2008-08-08 Thread Wonko the Sane
I occasionally have to drive on I-80 and I-35 in the Ames and Des Moines areas. Granted, we don't have any on-ramps with a 15 percent uphill grade, but I've never had issues with getting up to respectable speed before merging in my amazingly-slow 240D, and my particular vehicle is among the

[MBZ] Day Starter Battery

2008-08-08 Thread Jerry Herrman
Does someone out there know how to contact a dealer for the Day Starter brand battery? They claim to give a free exchange if the battery fails within the first five years. Mine is defective and I'm trying to find a dealer to get a replacement. Jerry 82 240D

Re: [MBZ] Day Starter Battery

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
Jerry Herrman wrote: Does someone out there know how to contact a dealer for the Day Starter brand battery? Where are you located? I found a DayStarter Battery Distributors of Massachusetts, with estimated annual sales of $150k and three employees. http://www.manta.com/coms2/dnbcompany_mtvn9

[MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 91 300E, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL x2, 86 560SL, 86 300E, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 85 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb

Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread JFreezn
In a message dated 8/8/2008 8:10:48 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. Take a ride inside the Arch. Contrary to some beliefs, you do not have to turn upside down to come back down! Great view from up there! I bet

Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. I thought Snookums, Esq., was in KC. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To

Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread Mitch Haley
Mitch Haley wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. I thought Snookums, Esq., was in KC. I meant Wichita KS. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

[MBZ] Exciting

2008-08-08 Thread RELNGSON
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Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I have been in it several times [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 8/8/2008 8:10:48 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. Take a ride inside the Arch. Contrary to some beliefs, you do not have to turn

Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
As far as I know he is Mitch Haley wrote: Mitch Haley wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: Have a car to deliver, will be in the area. I thought Snookums, Esq., was in KC. I meant Wichita KS. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list

Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I take it the 86 300e is gone. -- Sent from ATT's Wireless network using Mobile Email -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: 8/9/2008 3:32:14 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow As far as I know he is Mitch Haley wrote:

Re: [MBZ] heading to St Louis tomorrow

2008-08-08 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
nope, its still available. [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I take it the 86 300e is gone. -- Sent from ATT's Wireless network using Mobile Email -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: 8/9/2008 3:32:14 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] heading to St

Re: [MBZ] Ballard

2008-08-08 Thread Redghost
Now that truly sucks! I have been following his progress wondering when we would be able to see his work on the road and ready for prime time use. clay On 8 Aug 2008, at 12:02, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Geoff Ballard, the developer of the automotive hydrogen fuel cell, died on