Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread John Freer
John, you actually have two batteries and the one on my 05 CDI which services the accessories went out at 50K and 4 years, still under warranty. I too, love my 05 E320 CDI and have never had a better car. Just had to replace the glow plugs last month and that is it. John On Thu, Dec 10, 2009

Re: [MBZ] Bommelmutze fur deine Stern

2009-12-11 Thread degcoast
And I speak this truth from experience-two of them. Actually mine sits now while I blow around in the 300D 2.5t with newly cleaned turbo. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co. Wickford, RI On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 9:32 PM, OK Don wrote: That was a low blow! (but

[MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
Dieselvolk, While inspecting my '87 300TD voltage regulator, I took a look around to see what else looked like a problem, and noticed a good bit of oil on the bottom of the intake side of the turbo. Related to this I believe, I've got oil seeping from around the plug for the breather tube coming

Re: [MBZ] ALTERNATOR LIGHT WOE

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
I think I've solved it. Third day in a row with no sign of alternator problems. It's nice when they're easy! Max -Original Message- From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310 Sent: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 7:24 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: RE: [MBZ]

[MBZ] Black and Tan

2009-12-11 Thread tom tomscat
Hi Curt, Re: the Guinness/Bass vs Guinness/Harp Apparently that depends on your location and, to some degree, your politics. Around here it's Guinness/Bass. There are some for whom the image of the Guinness in a superior position to the Bass in the pint glass has a certain.

Re: [MBZ] 240D water pump?

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Thanks Russ, that makes me feel good about it. I put that write up in my things to be remembered file. -Curt Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:14:27 -0600 From: Russ Williams rawil...@eatel.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] 240D water pump? To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID:

Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Its the first thing to try anyway. Anybody know the size? I'd rather buy a piece of hose first than yank it and take the shredded nasty remnants to size up... -Curt Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:18:05 -0800 From: Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Donald Snook
John F. wrote: I too, love my 05 E320 CDI and have never had a better car. Just had to replace the glow plugs last month and that is it. I do think the CDI looks like a very nice car. I wish I could find a used one with enough miles to make it reasonably priced. I was a little concerned

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread John Robbins
Donald Snook wrote: How has the urea injection thing worked out? Is that something you have to refill every once in a while? Where you do get the stuff? How does it work? Inquiring minds want to know. If you get a 2005 or 2006 you don't have that system. :) It is only the BlueTec 2007+

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread John Robbins
John Freer wrote: You actually have two batteries and the one on my 05 CDI which services the accessories went out at 50K and 4 years, still under warranty. Yep, according to the manual, the error message I'm seeing can be caused by three things: alternator, battery control module, or

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Jim Cathey
Oil consumption due to bad valve stem seals is much less of an issue on turbos because there is much less pressure differential (on average) across that seal, since the intake manifold is pressurized to some degree. That said, I don't know. -- Jim ___

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
they are talking about the CDI, not the Bluetec. Donald Snook wrote: John F. wrote: I too, love my 05 E320 CDI and have never had a better car. Just had to replace the glow plugs last month and that is it. I do think the CDI looks like a very nice car. I wish I could find a used one with

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread ned kleinhenz
That word quality has too many definitions to be meaningful. So I don't blame MBZ for not talking about it. To some people, quality describes how many defects a new example includes. To other people (most of us) it describes how durable a particular model is. And still to other people quality

Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
As I recall it is an odd size and the dealer doesn't sell it except in bulk. I replaced one on a 300TD using a calipers and generous behind-the-counter time at local autoparts place to find a hose that was close enough. Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
Wasn't the protagonist in 'Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance' driven crazy in his attempt to define quality? Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of ned kleinhenz Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 9:44 AM To:

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
Thanks Jim, I think I need to rig an oil trap into the breather tube to test my theory. Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 9:22 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Black and Tan

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Hi Tom, Yeah I was just yankin yer chain. I prefer a porter anyway... ;) I had a coffee porter some time ago that was amazing but can't find it again... -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 07:42:44 -0500 From: tom tomscat tomsc...@hotmail.com Subject: [MBZ] Black and Tan To: mercedes diesel

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
John Robbins wrote: and a few months ago the plastic piece that ratchets the parking brake broke. I don't get that. Plastic ratchet pawls and/or sectors in a highly stressed and important area? Those ratchets usually see a few hundred pounds of force. Reminds me of the ratcheting nylon

Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Thanks Max. The last time I replaced one was on my 300TD and my Indy gave me a short piece of it. My little town is graced with a good old school parts shop. I'll measure as best I can and see what they've got. -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 09:56:42 -0500 From: Dillon, Meade M CIV

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Donald Snook
Kaleb wrote: they are talking about the CDI, not the Bluetec. Yea, I figured that out. I thought the CDI had the Urea thing also. I forgot that was a newer emission component to make it 50 state compliant under the new standard. Donald H. Snook ___

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread L Mark Finch
pedant Quality doesn't mean much of anything by itself. It requires a modifier, such as high, poor or questionable. When somebody speaks of a real quality item it drives the editor in me right up the wall. --mf /pedant On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 10:00 AM, Dillon, Meade M CIV

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread John Robbins
On 12/11/2009 9:07 AM, Mitch Haley wrote: I don't get that. Plastic ratchet pawls and/or sectors in a highly stressed and important area? Those ratchets usually see a few hundred pounds of force. I don't get it either... If nothing else, it should be a more substantial piece of plastic than

[MBZ] NOT a trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Donald Snook
Speaking of dealers and experiences at same: I had some trouble with my BMW last weekend. It has a theft deterrent feature incorporated into the ignition lock cylinder. Actually, it has a whole bunch of theft deterrent features, but this one was the item that failed. Here's how it worked,

Re: [MBZ] NOT a trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Rick Knoble
From: Donald Snook dsn...@mtsqh.com Long story summarized, BMW back on the road with a $300 repair bill and I saved at least $300 more in not going to the dealer! I would say you need to keep your indy. Quality repair shops with good rates are hard to find. Rick

Re: [MBZ] Transmission swap

2009-12-11 Thread MG
Thanks Kaleb, Yes I did mean 84 TD. Don't know how my fingers got that far off the mark. I guess it will be self evident when I get to it as far as the back plate change over. I have a chance to buy the TD. They want 900 for it but I think that is a bit too much. It has a couple of rust spots

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread andrew strasfogel
The only Mercedes I would consider purchasing NEW is the Bluetec. On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 5:07 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Hi Dwight, To be honest, I didn't really look for one, but will next time I'm there. The only diesels I see around here, in the newer models, are most often in

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Peter Frederick
Excessive valve to guide clearance along with petrified valve guide seals will give you significant blowby problems on these engines. The valve guide is fairly short, and although you won't suck much in down around tine intake valve, you will generate quite a bit of oil mist from exhaust

Re: [MBZ] NOT a trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
So, if you don't get the key all the way in and it spins freely, what are you supposed to do, pull it out, turn it to a specific position and pull it out? Sounds like belatedly shoving it in firmly isn't the way to go, ouch. Mitch. ___

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:09:16 -0500 L Mark Finch mfi...@katzenfinch.com wrote: pedant Quality doesn't mean much of anything by itself. It requires a modifier, such as high, poor or questionable. When somebody speaks of a real quality item it drives the editor in me right up the wall. The

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
Peter, Very informative, thanks for your thoughts. I've never done any head work nor had it done for me, so I'm learning as much as I can. I'm keeping my eye out for a good used head to put on the shelf, will follow your advice if I have the head rebuilt. As to the seepage, the grommet is new,

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Peter Frederick
The guides on my brother's SDL are worn at 275,000 miles -- he's having new guides installed and reamed to fit the valves correctly while rebuilding the engine. I would think that the 300,000 mile mark is about as far as one can get without doing a valve job on these cars -- even Benz

[MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Allan Streib
http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/1504331557.html Sounds like it might just need a valve adjustment and/or glow plugs, and some other TLC This is a near-twin of my car (I have the euro-style headlights). Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Project In Southern Indiana

2009-12-11 Thread Rick Knoble
http://evansville.craigslist.org/cto/1485661457.html I suppose I could've put Someone Needs This. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Craig McCluskey
On Fri, 11 Dec 2009 12:22:03 -0500 Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/1504331557.html Sounds like it might just need a valve adjustment and/or glow plugs, and some other TLC Power locks and antenna don't work due to vaccuum leak I haven't

Re: [MBZ] OT scandisk and defrag

2009-12-11 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 7:04 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Does anybody know of any free scandisk and defrag programs that would be better than what comes with windows? Best way to defragment a Windows drive is to wipe it and install Linux. ;) Seriously, why is this still

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 6:51 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: And who could stand to drive a Kia for ten years anyway? Drive a Hyundai Genesis (made by the same company) and get back to me. There's a reason why that car, by all reports, has the European luxury makers quaking in their boots, much

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread Gary Hurst
he's just ignorant. it's brain damage roger, man. he formed an opinion on hyunda/kia 20 years ago and now is done with the question. no amount of empircal evidence can change that. i'm actually stunned by how good that car is. On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 2:33 PM, Alex Chamberlain

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread Allan Streib
I drove a Kia minivan (Sedona?) rental on a weekend getaway trip a couple of weeks ago. Certainly nothing I'd ever want to own. Very twitchy handling and something about the ride made everyone in the car feel seasick. Allan On Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:33 -0800, Alex Chamberlain

Re: [MBZ] OT scandisk and defrag

2009-12-11 Thread Walt Zarnoch
Best way to defragment a Windows drive is to wipe it and install Linux. ;) Yes, I wholeheartedly agree on that one. It also solves that nagging buy the latest version bug that most Microsoft products seem to have... Not sure why NTFS likes to fragment, but on my dad's xp laptop it got so bad

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread R A Bennell
A friend has a Hyundai Azera (spelling?) and absolutely loves it. Randy -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 1:38 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] warranty

Re: [MBZ] OT scandisk and defrag

2009-12-11 Thread dave walton
That's the best example of why you should never hire a programmer with a Master's degree or better. Those wonderful filesystem algorithms only work good on paper :-) -Dave Walton On 12/11/09, Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com wrote: On Thu, Dec 10, 2009 at 7:04 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread Gary Hurst
not to suddenly come across as a korean jockrider, but rental car versions of stuff often suck. i had a rental car crown vic once that was about the most hideous driving car ever. On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 2:44 PM, Allan Streib str...@cs.indiana.edu wrote: I drove a Kia minivan (Sedona?) rental

[MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Walt Zarnoch
Hi all, I've got 2 transmissions I'll never end up using that are taking up space, figured I'd offer them up to better homes. First is a 5 speed manual out of a 240D. Seems to be in good shape but I've never had it in a car. I'm not certain on the year. Second is an automatic out of a 78 NA

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
Wasn't Curt just looking for a manual trans for his 240D? Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Walt Zarnoch Sent: Friday, December 11, 2009 2:57 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D

[MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelated passenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread andrew strasfogel
The driver's side lock on my 1983 300TD ALWAYS clams up when the temp. drops below freezing. What is chronically wrong with the lock that it always does this? Worse, I can't unlock the car from the other side because the PS lock plunger rises when I turn the key in the slot, but it doesn't click

Re: [MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelatedpassenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC, 53310
Have you lubricated the lock cylinder with the MB spray lube? Is the little chrome door missing which keeps (some) moisture out? Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent: Friday, December 11,

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread andrew strasfogel
Uh oh... Gets roughly *27 mpg*. Power windows, *leathers*. Automatic. Paint is faded. Runs nice *once it finally warms up*, doesn't like these cold mornings. Does have electric block warmer. *Driver seat is ripped* Sounds like another artful liar has moved into town. On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 12:22

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Allan Streib
27 MPG is not far from reality for a OM617. At least he's not claiming 45 like some folks do. Hard starting could just be glow plugs or a long-overdue valve adjustment. It could be a POS, but it could be a good driver-in-the-rough too. Allan On Fri, 11 Dec 2009 15:28 -0500, andrew

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread ernest breakfield
when i see an ad like that that doesn't mention mileage, i always figure it's already approaching 300K miles and is going to be a money pit to keep running,... what was that saying about nothing more expensive than a cheap Mercedes? ;-) cheers! e andrew strasfogel wrote: Uh oh... Gets

Re: [MBZ] trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread ernest breakfield
hi John! we've gotten almost 7 years out of a severely abused Optima (Red Top) in our J**p, but that's about it. (we have another with almost that much time on it in there now with no indication of it getting tired,... yet.) if people are actually getting 10 years out of them, i haven't

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Dimitri Seretakis
A well maintained 300K 123 diesel shouldn't be a money pit. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 11, 2009, at 3:49 PM, ernest breakfield erne...@backyardengineering.org wrote: when i see an ad like that that doesn't mention mileage, i always figure it's already approaching 300K miles and is going to be

Re: [MBZ] NOT a trip to the local dealer

2009-12-11 Thread ernest breakfield
Donald, sorry but given your history with cars, when i read this line i had to laugh: I had some trouble with my BMW last weekend. ;-) in all seriousness, i'm glad it worked out to not be a bigger problem than that, and that you were able to get it resolved as well as you did. i

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread ernest breakfield
no argument there,... key phrases being well maintained and shouldn't. given the rest of his/her ad, i'm skeptical that this qualifies on the first key phrase. ;-) cheers! e Dimitri Seretakis wrote: A well maintained 300K 123 diesel shouldn't be a money pit. Sent from my iPhone On

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread E M
I must say, I do like some of the styling of the Genesis, but probably because is looks so much like a BMW to me. As for having the Europeans quaking in their boots, I'm not too sure about that one. And while there is nothing wrong with a Lexus, I don't believe it compares to a Mercedes.

Re: [MBZ] Urea

2009-12-11 Thread RELNGSON
...Kaleb wrote: they are talking about the CDI, not the Bluetec. Yea, I figured that out.  I thought the CDI had the Urea thing also. I forgot that was a newer emission component to make it 50 state compliant under the new standard... No W211 diesels have used Urea at this point. The

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
Walt Zarnoch wrote: First is a 5 speed manual out of a 240D. Seems to be in good shape but I've never had it in a car. I'm not certain on the year. 5 FORWARD speeds? If so, I don't believe it was OE in a US spec 240D, but I believe the 280E had a 5sp that would interchange, and there may

Re: [MBZ] quality

2009-12-11 Thread RELNGSON
...In our estimation of Benz products, we also consider quality of design, which includes the overall function of the car, the durability of the individual parts, and the ease and simplicity of service. Plus, quality of the interior and exterior. Paint, panel fit, trim etc. After all,

Re: [MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelated passenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
1. Sounds like your driver's door has a humidity problem. 2. Sounds like you need to adjust the rod length from the passenger door lock cylinder. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
Allan Streib wrote: 27 MPG is not far from reality for a OM617. Especially since it recently drove from Commiefornia to Indiana. I got 28mpg from Florida to Michigan in a 1979 300SD. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
Dimitri Seretakis wrote: A well maintained 300K 123 diesel shouldn't be a money pit. ...or sell for $750. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Walt Zarnoch
Whoops, my bad! I'm used to 5 speeds, so I assumed it was a 5 speed. Note to self, make sure it's a 5 speed before calling it a 5 speed... Sorry for the mixup. Walt On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 4:15 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Walt Zarnoch wrote: First is a 5 speed manual out of a

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
Walt Zarnoch wrote: Whoops, my bad! I'm used to 5 speeds, so I assumed it was a 5 speed. Note to self, make sure it's a 5 speed before calling it a 5 speed... Sorry for the mixup. That's OK, when I joined these lists I thought a 4sp automatic was overdrive. Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Is it worse for the turbo cars? My '85 190D has around 325,000 and still starts and runs great considering the abuse it took at the hands of the previous owner... Uses only 1qt of oil in ~3000 miles and is improving on that score. -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:15:18 -0600 From: Peter

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
I think the current Elantra is a dammed fine car stacked up against just about anything. Sporty, quick, not bad looking, handles good, good on gas... I'd buy one before I'd consider a C class and pocket the change. -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 11:33:49 -0800 From: Alex Chamberlain

Re: [MBZ] warranty

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
I find they tend to have rock hard tires pumped to the sidewall max too which makes 'em feel odd and unpleasant. I find all minivans unpleasant to ride in. I dunno why but all of them make me vaugely queasy except one my cousin had, an early Toyota (not Previa though) I think. -Curt Date:

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
5spd as in 5 forward speeds? Rare bird, I'd love to have one but have 1 too many project cars as it is... -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:57:26 -0500 From: Walt Zarnoch zarnoch...@gmail.com Subject: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D     automatic? To: Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Nope I need a diff for a manual trans 190D. My 240D already has a manual trans. -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:59:38 -0500 From: Dillon, Meade M CIV SPAWARSYSCEN-ATLANTIC,    53310     meade.m.dil...@navy.mil Subject: Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D     automatic?

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Long stretches at 55mph to get that though right? A friend has an '80 300SD. He's getting laid off in April and wonders what to do with the car which needs a glow plug relay but has a good body and interior. I need to get rid of 1 or two of my cars before I could consider it but my wife has

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
Curt Raymond wrote: Long stretches at 55mph to get that though right? 65-80, whatever I thought I could get away with given the speed limits. Very little driving above 75. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Peter Frederick
Turbo engines run much hotter exhaust valves, and those are the ones that are loose on my brother's car. Intakes are better, but still loose. Less than a quart in 3000 isn't oil consumption! I get about 1000 per quart in mixed driving, 800 on the highway (which is a REAL pain), but

Re: [MBZ] Anyone need a 240D manual transmision or a NA 300D automatic?

2009-12-11 Thread Russ Williams
Walt give me a price for the Manny Tranny shipped to 70805 Russ W Walt Zarnoch wrote: Hi all, I've got 2 transmissions I'll never end up using that are taking up space, figured I'd offer them up to better homes. First is a 5 speed manual out of a 240D. Seems to be in good shape but I've

Re: [MBZ] windshield replacement

2009-12-11 Thread Dieselhead
I have not done any windshields in the past few years, but did a 123 with a gasket from Rusty, no problems. Replaced front, rear and door gaskets on a 110 Diesel with a kit from the Rust man, again, no problems. It is nice to have good door and windshield gaskets. Let's all remember

Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss

2009-12-11 Thread Dieselhead
Yes, good test. Then shut off the engine, and take a mirror and look at the underside of the water pump. Another method is to get all 4 wheels up on blocks, then crawl under with a small flashlight, and look for a stream of water.(this can be done with the engine running. ) The short

Re: [MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelated passenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread Greg Fiorentino
You should be able (in an emergency) to open all the locks by using the key in the hatch. I have had good luck using 100% silicone spray lube. Spray the key and work it back and forth gradually. The silicone coating on the lock parts does a good job of preventing freezing up. Greg Fiorentino

[MBZ] Interior design hints for Wilton

2009-12-11 Thread Mitch Haley
http://thechive.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/a-stupid-car-3.jpg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Dimitri Seretakis
Yes, for $750 it will be a money pit. Sent from my iPhone On Dec 11, 2009, at 4:21 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Dimitri Seretakis wrote: A well maintained 300K 123 diesel shouldn't be a money pit. ...or sell for $750. Mitch. ___

Re: [MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelated passenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread Jim Cathey
The driver's side lock on my 1983 300TD ALWAYS clams up when the temp. drops below freezing. What is chronically wrong with the lock that it always does this? Water. Flap missing or inoperative over key slot? Water drains in door clogged making it swampy inside? Missing drip shield that

Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss

2009-12-11 Thread Fmiser
Curt Raymond wrote: Its the first thing to try anyway. Rusty sells it for about $15. My records show it's part number 900-271-042012 and is applicable for OM616 and OM617 engines with new style, vertical thermostat, with bypass and snowman seal. Anybody know the size? I'd rather buy a piece

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Allan Streib
Dimitri Seretakis dsereta...@yahoo.com writes: Yes, for $750 it will be a money pit. All depends. On the car, the seller, and your expectations. A $10,000 car can be a money pit too. Allan -- 1983 300D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts

Re: [MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelated passenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread OK Don
I try to not lock the doors when it's going to be significantly below freezing, after a few too many attempts to use a frozen lock. The cars are old enough that I don't feel fear of theft (though I know that's not defensible). -- OK Don CONSERVATIVE, n. A statesman who is enamored of existing

Re: [MBZ] Chronic frozen DS door lock (W123 300TD) + unrelated passenger side locking issue

2009-12-11 Thread Allan Streib
OK Don okd...@gmail.com writes: I try to not lock the doors when it's going to be significantly below freezing, after a few too many attempts to use a frozen lock. The cars are old enough that I don't feel fear of theft (though I know that's not defensible). I lock my car if there's

Re: [MBZ] Oily Turbo Intake

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Yeah I'm pretty pleased with the consumption. I've been using M1 5w40 in that car. When I first switched it leaked pretty bad for awhile, a quart in 1,000 or worse. I can't wait to get that car back as my daily, my 240D leaks oil bad bad so I use conventional. With the amount I drive it makes

Re: [MBZ] possible good deal on a california 300D

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
I dunno, my $400 240D hasn't been a money pit I mean its a beater in ever sense of the word. If I were trying to bring it up to perfect condition it'd be very spendy but to use as cheap transportation... I've got maybe $1500 in it right now and I've put over 9,000 miles on it in the last

Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss

2009-12-11 Thread Curt Raymond
Thanks Phillip! I'll see what FLAPS has tomorrow. -Curt Date: Fri, 11 Dec 2009 20:24:27 -0600 From: Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Coolant loss To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Message-ID: 20091211202427.efba44d2.fmi...@gmail.com Content-Type: text/plain;

Re: [MBZ] Genesis

2009-12-11 Thread RELNGSON
Drive a Hyundai Genesis (made by the same company) and get back to me. There's a reason why that car, by all reports, has the European luxury makers quaking in their boots, much as the first Lexus LS did in 1990. I have examined a Genesis and every last thing about it except that tinfoil

Re: [MBZ] new diesel

2009-12-11 Thread RELNGSON
Correction: MB's new OM 651 4-cylinder turbodiesel produces 204 DIN hp @ 4200 rpm, not 210 as I previously stated. Torque is 500 Nm @ 1600 rpm. Road test fuel consumption in a GLK was 9.7 L/100km. RLE ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

[MBZ] Is there a way to open footwell flaps permanently

2009-12-11 Thread glenn brown
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Re: [MBZ] Is there a way to open footwell flaps permanently

2009-12-11 Thread Peter Frederick
You need to find the actuator and wire it in the open position. I have no idea where it so, though -- on the W124 I could help, not on a W123. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Black and Tan

2009-12-11 Thread Rich Thomas
Exactly --R Curt Raymond wrote: ACH! Tom Nooo! Its Guinness and HARP! Bass is English beer... -Curt Date: Thu, 10 Dec 2009 19:13:31 -0500 From: tom tomscat tomsc...@hotmail.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 49, Issue 67 To: mercedes diesel mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Black and Tan

2009-12-11 Thread Gary Hurst
my irish roots are not so deep in some popular dialect hungarian is rendered as ungarish so the really bad joke that my dad would always tell goes like this: this guy comes up to him on the street insisting that my dad is irish and he knows him from the old country. my dad insists it couldn't

[MBZ] Korean car lovers weep...

2009-12-11 Thread RELNGSON
SOUTH KOREA: Court postpones Ssangyong fate decision 11 December 2009 | Source: just-auto.com editorial team A court decision on the future of debt-burdened SUV specialist Ssangyong Motor was on Friday delayed until 17 December after a revised rescue package failed to win approval from