Re: [MBZ] The Next installement, where here

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Re: [MBZ] W201 rear suspension

What happened to Dory, the '85 190D? Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ 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: http://okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] W201 rear suspension

You call rusty and tell him you want the kit to rebuild the rear end. He sends you all the parts you need. On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 8:40 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > what all do I need on my Rusty list to get the job done whole hog? > > Thanks! > > -Curt -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time)

Re: [MBZ] W201 rear suspension

I hope so, because that's how I did it. Seems fine now. On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 9:43 PM, John Reames wrote: > Would using a Jack under the suspension just enough to start lifting it > from the stand be enough? > > > -- > John W Reames > -- OK Don Panic! (the national past time).

Re: [MBZ] CIS gauge

I bought mine from JC Whittney - probably the same as Harbor Freight. Works fine for occasional use. On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 8:09 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > I have never had any problems with anything from there. > > > Jaime Kopchinski wrote: > >> I prefer to be able to use it more than once,

Re: [MBZ] W201 rear suspension

Would using a Jack under the suspension just enough to start lifting it from the stand be enough? -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 1, 2010, at 22:18, "Brian Toscano" wrote: Biggest thing to remember with suspension work is any links tha

Re: [MBZ] W201 rear suspension

Biggest thing to remember with suspension work is any links that are replaced should be tightened with the weight of the car on the suspension, not with the suspension hanging on jack stands.. Not sure if this has been said one too many times, but its crucial for a good result. Regards, -O

Re: [MBZ] W201 rear suspension

Diagnostics: Sensitivity to crosswinds Torque steer Clunks and thunks from rear suspension Low ride height If you crawl under, any sign of deteriorated rubber (shreds or center sleeve out of place means replace them. Peter ___ http://www.okiebenz.com F

[MBZ] W201 rear suspension

Talk to me about rear suspension links on my '84 190D. I just got it back from my Indy (runs like a dream BTW) and it needs a couple things before I put it back in service, high on the list being rear suspension work. It DEFINITELY needs shocks, that I'll take care of off the old car, it had new

Re: [MBZ] W123 turbodiesel odd grinding noise at high speeds only

andrew strasfogel wrote: Ha! I wanted to swap out hat speedometer anyway. Headwind is irrelevant to the situation. Just in case... could it also be the turbocharger? Anybody BTDT? I would expect turbine noise to be a function of turbine rpm, which I would expect to be a function of horsep

Re: [MBZ] W123 turbodiesel odd grinding noise at high speeds only

Ha! I wanted to swap out hat speedometer anyway. Headwind is irrelevant to the situation. Just in case... could it also be the turbocharger? Anybody BTDT? On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 6:30 PM, Tim C. wrote: > My guess also, BTDT w123 300D NA. Disconnected speedo, sound went away. > Reconnected i

Re: [MBZ] W123 turbodiesel odd grinding noise at high speeds only

My guess also, BTDT w123 300D NA. Disconnected speedo, sound went away. Reconnected it came back. Took apart speedo, greased, put back, no sound. For me, it started at lower speeds when it was colder. I would have described it as a big blower motor behind the cluster, though I also thought i

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Paint Job

Why not run the AC unit from an extension cord, maybe from an outside receptacle if you've got one? I can only wish I had the knowledge and patience to paint. As it is I'm glad you can do it. :) -Tim LarryT wrote: >Yes, the paint (acrylic lacquer) is very dangerous. I have a full face mask

[MBZ] OT: Dodge Charger

Who was saying their wife wanted a Charger or 300? They seem like okay cars if you're into gun slits for windows but the advice I'll give is to go for the v8. A friend had a 300 for a rental and it was absolutely gutless. They claim the 2.7l v6 is 190hp but I suspect thats at 5000 rpm or some o

Re: [MBZ] W123 turbodiesel odd grinding noise at high speeds only

andrew strasfogel wrote: So what could be the source of this noise ONLY at high speeds? Hmm, if you drive in a headwind, does it happen at a lower speed than with a tailwind? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] W123 turbodiesel odd grinding noise at high speeds only

Speedo cable/head? --R On 6/1/2010 5:06 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: I get a hoarse "wha, wha, wha" noise when my 1983 300TD turbodiesel wagon reaches 65 mph and above. The noise dissipates (goes away) when I drop below 60. The noise appears to emanate from under the hood just in front of the

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Paint Job

Ummm... Can you run a heavy extension cord from another room (like the kitchen, which likely has a dedicated circuit)? -- John W Reames jwrea...@comcast.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jun 1, 2010, at 16:57, "LarryT" wrote: Yes, the paint (acrylic lacquer) is very dangerous.

Re: [MBZ] What is wrong with this picture

There is no disputing taste, but I could just b*rf. On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 1:47 PM, WILTON wrote: > Yep. > > Wilton > > - Original Message - From: "Alex Chamberlain" < > apchamberl...@gmail.com> > > To: "Mercedes Discussion List" > Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 10:36 AM > Subject: Re: [M

[MBZ] W123 turbodiesel odd grinding noise at high speeds only

I get a hoarse "wha, wha, wha" noise when my 1983 300TD turbodiesel wagon reaches 65 mph and above. The noise dissipates (goes away) when I drop below 60. The noise appears to emanate from under the hood just in front of the windshield, roughly in the center. I can't rule out something in the in

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Paint Job

Yes, the paint (acrylic lacquer) is very dangerous. I have a full face mask with respirator cartridges which I change from time to time. I never smell any fumes when I have the mask on. I try to wear Tyvek coveralls but usually end up getting too hot and take them off. The color dries so f

Re: [MBZ] 91 300D Paint Job

Hi Randy, I restarted today - approx. 5-6 days since I finished spraying the clear - but could have started sooner.First, I washed the car with Dawn dish detergent to remove all traces of wax which I think may have been in some of the buffing products I used - based on the way the water be

Re: [MBZ] Dial Gauge

They have a little magnetic base/arm thingie too for not much, I think $20 will take care of the whole deal, if even that much. IT's actually not a bad little tool, seems to do what it is supposed to do. Not sure I would trust it for ultra-precise measurements, but how often do you need that?

Re: [MBZ] Dial Gauge

Bottom left: http://www.harborfreightusa.com/usa/common/displayCoupon.do?week=2310&campaign=A_Multi&page=2310A_multi.html&cust=700&keycode= Loaded from the master repository of HF coupons, http://slickdeals.net/forums/showthread.php?t=1276399 -Tim On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 1:16 PM, Dill

Re: [MBZ] Rusty

Arrived with no damage whatsoever in some 3" of surrounding bubble wrap. Taking it out of the box I thought how lovely it was with its virgin black sheen and neatly primped whiskers. It was a truly joyous occasion. Thanks to Rusty for beating back the UPS man with his destructive plans, and rest

Re: [MBZ] W123 auto transmission cooler hose: anyone BTDT?

Thanks everyone, got the radiator Friday and was able to get two hoses same day from the CarQuest. Using John's method I didn't have any problem getting them off, and snugging the others back on. Drove to work, and also the inspection station, without issue. Yay! -Tim On Tue, May 25, 2010 at

Re: [MBZ] Chrysler 300/Dodge Charger vs W210 [was: Find A Car/Truck on a Budget]

That's a good point that I hadn't realized. I've never had trouble getting the key into the ignition on my MB, but our Infiniti has a lit ignition switch on a quick timer, and if you don't get the key in quickly enough it becomes a hassle to find it in the dark. -Max -Original Message-

Re: [MBZ] What is wrong with this picture

Yep. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Alex Chamberlain" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 10:36 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] What is wrong with this picture On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 7:30 AM, WILTON wrote: Funky wheels; not in your driveway? Car sitting low; n

Re: [MBZ] Dial Gauge

That was I! I've yet to purchase one, so I'd be interested if you can transfer that coupon. I've decided that the mounting is probably worth focusing on, so I'm also looking for a good base/arm combo. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@

[MBZ] Dial Gauge

Just got a HF email coupon page, it has the 1" machinist gauge for $10. Whoever was asking about such things... --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubsc

Re: [MBZ] Find A Car/Truck on a Budget

IIRC also a switch to prevent the dome light from turning on when the door opens. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Alex Chamberlain Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 7:10 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re:

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: $2 sucker scores again

two words - blue gloves Randy -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]on Behalf Of Jim Cathey Sent: Monday, May 31, 2010 8:15 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: $2 sucker scores again > well until I poured

Re: [MBZ] Chrysler 300/Dodge Charger vs W210 [was: Find A Car/Truck on a Budget]

Haha! I had a buddy with a W210 who used to complain that the keyswitch didn't light up when the interior lights were on like his Ford until he looked at another friend's W123. No need for a light, the keyswitch on a Benz has been in exactly the same spot on all models since at least 1953 -- l

[MBZ] 560 SEL bugsucker

My wife is not the only unobservant one. This morning I noticed that the car didn't have an air filter in it! And we live on a gravel road... Sheesh. I had a used one in the garage that I installed, after removing the air metering plate and cleaning out as much oily caked-on dirt as I could. W

Re: [MBZ] What is wrong with this picture

On Tue, Jun 1, 2010 at 7:30 AM, WILTON wrote: > Funky wheels; not in your driveway? Car sitting low; not in your driveway? > > Wilton > > Weird mock-SEC grill, too. Alex ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] OT The amazing color-changing Wilton ride

Its green Chevy, first cousin is sitting in a yard 'bout a block down a side street from me. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 10:03 AM Subject: [MBZ] OT The amazing color-changing Wilton ride http://charle

Re: [MBZ] What is wrong with this picture

Funky wheels; not in your driveway? Car sitting low; not in your driveway? Wilton - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 9:57 AM Subject: [MBZ] What is wrong with this picture http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/17682

Re: [MBZ] Find A Car/Truck on a Budget

Back in the mid-70s I got a ride to the ER in a State Cop CVPI (or whatever they were called then, a big Ford sedan) with some monster 428 or some such in it. State Police helicopter pilot driving, gave me the full treatment with lights, siren, and extreme accelerations and speed. I had just

Re: [MBZ] Old iMac old Mercedes

On Mon, May 31, 2010 at 1:58 PM, redghost wrote: > Yes, I have it, no you can not have it. I would think the most excellent > OS 7.6 machine would be a Quadra 950, Max Ram (128 using 16mb simms) SCSI > RAID inside with CDRW, onboard ethernet, 3x Radius video for multi-monitor. > Bus speeds ar

Re: [MBZ] Find A Car/Truck on a Budget

On Mon, May 31, 2010 at 7:32 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: > The CVPI has a different chip to allow higher speeds, an aluminum > driveshaft > to handle the higher speed, and some structural reinforcements to meet Law > Enforcement standards (as do other brands that sell to LE). > Different suspensio

[MBZ] Chrysler 300/Dodge Charger vs W210 [was: Find A Car/Truck on a Budget]

On Mon, May 31, 2010 at 8:46 AM, Peter Frederick wrote: > Only the suspension, no other parts similar. > > The transmissions are built by M-B. The control layout, too, may not use M-B parts, but it will be instantly familiar to you and me. Headlight switch on the dash at the left of the wheel; b

[MBZ] OT The amazing color-changing Wilton ride

http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/1767729596.html "it sits higher than what the picture shows" --R ___ 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

[MBZ] OT interesting deal for you Porchophiles

http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/1767877369.html --R ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/ma

[MBZ] What is wrong with this picture

http://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/1768209656.html --R ___ 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: http://okiebenz.com/ma

Re: [MBZ] 86 300SDL a/c compressor question

My compressor is $169.00 for that car. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: "Mitch Haley" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday

Re: [MBZ] Viscous Fan

Jim, et al. Thanks. That is something that I had not considered. Onward and upward. Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel Nut On 6/1/2010 8:11 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: Is there any good reason to observe this rotational direction? I believe the way the clutch works is that centrifugal force pumps the oil arou

Re: [MBZ] 86 300SDL a/c compressor question

We have them, they are just not shown on the web. Rusty Cullens BuyMBparts, Inc. www.buyMBparts.biz www.buyEUROparts.biz www.buyASIANparts.biz Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 Fax/ 770-454-9745 ICQ 427542441 AIM BuyMBparts - Original Message - From: "Brian Smyla" To: Sent: Sunday, May 30, 2010 5

[MBZ] 722.6 transmission cross reference

Does anyone know if a 722.608 W5A330 can be replaced with a 722.636 W5A580, assuming changing bell housing? or if they have same gear ratio? I can get a 722.636 cheap, my 722.608 needs all new gears Thanks Trampas ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and use

Re: [MBZ] The Final Installment - We're on the way

Have a safe trip! I'm looking forward to reading your posts - always entertaining to see one's country/culture through the eyes of a traveler (I was thinking "furiner" and edited that thought but then decided why not?). -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:

Re: [MBZ] CIS gauge

I have never had any problems with anything from there. Jaime Kopchinski wrote: I prefer to be able to use it more than once, so I probably avoid HF :-) Jaime On Mon, May 31, 2010 at 10:34 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: Can anyone recommend a gauge set for testing CIS pressures? I got th

Re: [MBZ] 1999 E300 EPC manual

You can subscribe to the online EPC for free, but you do need to provide proof of U.S.A. residence by providing a credit card with billing address. http://epc.startekinfo.com/epc/welcome.jsp Guessing that your car is a 210.020 with 4 speed transmission, the online EPC does show internal transmis

Re: [MBZ] Snooks house

Is your school district able to exempt itself from building code? I think that the federal government can and does get code waved when desired. -Max -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Peter Frederick Sent: Monday, Ma

Re: [MBZ] Viscous Fan

Is there any good reason to observe this rotational direction? I believe the way the clutch works is that centrifugal force pumps the oil around inside by way of a spiral groove, so if you rotate it backwards it's possible that the fan won't really couple when it should. Or uncouple. -- Jim