Re: [MBZ] Garbage Disposers Banned

2011-05-22 Thread Hendrik Fay
Wht you read all that? Hendrik who has a couple of garbage disposal units on legs WILTON wrote: Agreed. Wilton - Original Message - From: Barry Stark barryst...@verizon.net To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Thursday, May 19, 2011 4:25 AM

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford oil drain plug

2011-05-22 Thread Rick Knoble
Try these http://www.mysears.com/Craftsman-Bolt-Out-6-pc-Damaged-Bolt-Nut-Remover-Set-reviews http://m.grainger.com/search/ProductSearch_item?item=5LJ49 Or some really large vice grips. Rick Sent from my iPhone On May 21, 2011, at 9:59 PM, Tim C bb...@crone.us wrote: Problem with my 05

[MBZ] Lost my thread!

2011-05-22 Thread andrew strasfogel
Could someone please FW me the thread I launched concerning a source for CA version turbodiesel parts on my 1985 300TD? I opened Wilton's message to give an update on my restoration project but did something to cause the discussion thread to literally (yes, literally) disappear. It wasn't in

Re: [MBZ] Hot 190D

2011-05-22 Thread Jim Cathey
You can easily confirm this if you get an IR thermometer and measure the temperature of both the inlet and outlet of the radiator when the engine is warmed up.  You should see a noticeable temperature drop from inlet to outlet, even with the car sitting still and idling. A good justification

Re: [MBZ] Hot 190D

2011-05-22 Thread Dan Penoff
It has been my experience that if the core is clogged, a citric acid flush is not going to accomplish much, ad the solution can't get to the clogged portion of the core. That is, it can't flow past or through the clogged areas. It may clear out the parts that are partially clogged, but the

Re: [MBZ] CA version 1985 Mercedes turbodiesel: air cleaner parts

2011-05-22 Thread WILTON
This is the only one I can find in addition to your reply to my question. 'Probably not what you are wanting. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 20, 2011 7:10 PM Subject: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] CA version 1985 Mercedes turbodiesel: air cleaner parts

2011-05-22 Thread WILTON
'Can't find the rest of it. Probably deleted already. Wilton - Original Message - From: andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 20, 2011 11:12 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] CA version 1985 Mercedes turbodiesel: air cleaner

Re: [MBZ] CA version 1985 Mercedes turbodiesel: air cleaner parts

2011-05-22 Thread WILTON
- Original Message - From: Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 20, 2011 7:51 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] CA version 1985 Mercedes turbodiesel: air cleaner parts Anyone know of a CA based junk yard? I need some bits and

[MBZ] Leaking cigar shape return line

2011-05-22 Thread Gerry Archer
Cigar shaped return line on the '83 300D is leaking severely. Tightening clamps did no good. If I use a straight piece of tubing temporarily, or two straight pieces with a small fuel filter in the center to give it some compressibility (like the cigar tubing provided?), will that cause any

Re: [MBZ] Leaking cigar shape return line

2011-05-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
No it will be fine Sent from my iPhone On May 22, 2011, at 10:15 AM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com wrote: Cigar shaped return line on the '83 300D is leaking severely. Tightening clamps did no good. If I use a straight piece of tubing temporarily, or two straight pieces with a

[MBZ] Subject: Re: OT: Ford oil drain plug

2011-05-22 Thread RDeafBoy
Locktite has a freezing agent in a spray can that might work. Haven't tried it though. Bob ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford oil drain plug

2011-05-22 Thread Allan Streib
WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com writes: Yep. Suck it. Only possible if the dipstick tube goes to the bottom of the pan, right? I.e. the engine has to be designed for topsider oil evacuation? I'd be inclined to take it back to the dealer and raise a fuss, see if you can get them to remove it since

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ford oil drain plug

2011-05-22 Thread WILTON
If it's not designed for topsider (likely), simply run an oil evacuation tube down the dipstick tube 'til it touches bottom, which, I understand that some MB sucker users do needlessly, 'cause MB dipstick tubes DO go to the bottom to facilitate such sucking. Wilton - Original Message

Re: [MBZ] Leaking cigar shape return line

2011-05-22 Thread Gerry Archer
Thanks, Kaleb. Gerry From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net No it will be fine Sent from my iPhone On May 22, 2011, at 10:15 AM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com wrote: Cigar shaped return line on the '83 300D is leaking severely. Tightening clamps did no good. If I use a straight

Re: [MBZ] Leaking cigar shape return line

2011-05-22 Thread Dan Penoff
No problem. You might have a little rougher idle at worst. Dan Sent from my iPod On May 22, 2011, at 11:15 AM, Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com wrote: Cigar shaped return line on the '83 300D is leaking severely. Tightening clamps did no good. If I use a straight piece of tubing

Re: [MBZ] Leaking cigar shape return line

2011-05-22 Thread Gerry Archer
Thanks, Dan. Seem to remember that it had something to do with idling but wasn't sure. Gerry From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com No problem. You might have a little rougher idle at worst. Dan Sent from my iPod Thanks, Kaleb. Gerry Cigar shaped return line on the '83 300D is leaking

[MBZ] 190D IP needed

2011-05-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
I am still screwing around with this 84 190D that started as a simple delivery valve seal replacement, turned into having to swap in , which spewed oil out so I had to pull it again and install new o ring, and it still spews oil. I did get it running though but it shoots oil out the bottom

[MBZ] speaking of 190D IP's

2011-05-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
The 84 pump has that vacuum controlled idle speed adjustment thing on the back of the IP, the 85 style has the electronic control. I found one on ebay that is the electronic style, I guess it would work I just would not have the idle up feature when its cold or the AC it turned on. Is there

[MBZ] Apple Malware

2011-05-22 Thread Gerry Archer
Apple to support reps: Don't confirm Mac infections Secret memo outed as OS X attacks spike Posted in Security, 20th May 2011 00:23 GMT Apple officials have instructed members of the company's support team to withhold any confirmation that a customer's Mac has been infected with malware or to

Re: [MBZ] 190D IP needed

2011-05-22 Thread buymbparts
I know a guy that has great deals on remans. If I think of his name I'll let know. Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net Sender: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com Date: Sun, 22 May 2011 16:30:03 To: mercedes Mailing

Re: [MBZ] 190D IP needed

2011-05-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
sure that would be great On 5/22/2011 5:59 PM, buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: I know a guy that has great deals on remans. If I think of his name I'll let know. Sent from my BlackBerry® wireless handheld -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplinka...@striplin.net Sender:

Re: [MBZ] 190D IP needed

2011-05-22 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
The sad part about this is that I used to have another spare pump but I think I sold it. I know I listed it on ebay once and if it did sell it was only for about $50 or so, but I dont remember if it did sell. If not, then I have it around here somewhere but I have not seen it in a while.

Re: [MBZ] recycling etc

2011-05-22 Thread Hendrik Fay
We have a similar system here in Adelaide but work on an alternate week system, whereby one week it's recycling and the next week it is green waste. This works pretty well but the recycling bin is pretty full after 2 weeks. When they introduced this scheme they made us use the wheelie bin that

Re: [MBZ] recycling etc

2011-05-22 Thread Kevin Kraly
Here in Oregon, we have the same alternating week system for recycling and green waste AKA yard debris. Glass jars/bottles go into a smaller bin that can be put out every week. Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] CA version 1985 Mercedes turbodiesel: air cleaner parts

2011-05-22 Thread andrew strasfogel
So in reply, Wilton, the car drives fine although with less power in 3rd and 4th gear than the predecessor 300D motor, probably due to the trap oxidizer. I am lining up the missing suspension pieces (chiefly the rear hydroneumatic struts) and will get the SLS re-installed in the coming weeks.

Re: [MBZ] silver, boring silver and a train load of nuts

2011-05-22 Thread Hendrik Fay
At least it wasn't a train load of 9/16 nuts.. Hendrik who is nuts about the metric system relng...@aol.com wrote: ...Silver is my favorite color for cars... Then you must love Hondas. I am still convinced that Japan captured a tanker filled with silver paint during WW2 and have

Re: [MBZ] silver, boring silver

2011-05-22 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Thu, May 19, 2011 at 3:35 PM, relng...@aol.com wrote: Similar to when Germany captured that trainload of 13mm nuts and bolts in '43 but might now have finally used them up. Hey, I like that almost every nut and bolt on a Mercedes is one of 10mm, 13mm, or 17mm. They're easy to tell apart by

[MBZ] Bogans with class

2011-05-22 Thread Hendrik Fay
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-NccJE6SabYfeature=youtu.be Hendrik ___ 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: