Re: [MBZ] Free lunch

Are you referring to The Moon is a Harsh Mistress? Oddly enough, I and my son have been listening to an audio books version of this in the Chicken Wagon lately. (Now that it has a CD player.) Great book! I looked around and can't seem to find the printed copy I 'know' that I have. Thought I

[MBZ] And one for Roger?

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[MBZ] 6.9 not mine

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Re: [MBZ] ThinkPads [was Re: Computer meets coke]

wrote: http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426136519&storeId=1&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396&dualCurrId=73&catalogId=-840 That link offers, Lenovo™ ThinkPad® T61 (B15) Slightly blemished IBM Web Price* $325.00

Re: [MBZ] ThinkPads [was Re: Computer meets coke]

Does it really matter? Walt On Tue, Nov 15, 2011 at 12:31 AM, Craig wrote: > On Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:49:18 -0500 "Gerry Archer" > wrote: > >> http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426136519&storeId=1&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396

Re: [MBZ] ThinkPads [was Re: Computer meets coke]

On Mon, 14 Nov 2011 22:49:18 -0500 "Gerry Archer" wrote: > http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426136519&storeId=1&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396&dualCurrId=73&catalogId=-840 That link offers, Lenovo™ ThinkPad® T61 (B15) S

Re: [MBZ] ThinkPads [was Re: Computer meets coke]

On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 7:49 PM, Gerry Archer wrote: > > http://www.ibm.com/products/specialoffers/us/en/icue.html > > http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426136519&storeId=1&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396&dualCurrId=73&catalogId=

Re: [MBZ] ThinkPads [was Re: Computer meets coke]

http://www.ibm.com/products/specialoffers/us/en/icue.html http://www-304.ibm.com/shop/americas/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/default/ProductDisplay?productId=4611686018426136519&storeId=1&langId=-1&categoryId=2576396&dualCurrId=73&catalogId=-840 Gerry On Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:35:29 -0800 "Greg Fior

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

I fully got the point Andrew. Just had to make the choice with Gump a few months ago. Now I have to review that choice when looking at a R107. Same batch of parts I already have and will probably end up with many of the same issues I had with Gump. Letting go of Gump, a 72 220D was a real emo

[MBZ] ThinkPads [was Re: Computer meets coke]

On Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:35:29 -0800 "Greg Fiorentino" wrote: > I have usually purchased through thinkpads.com, also a terrific support > community. Look at the feedback forum for the vendor who has what you > want. Is that http://forum.thinkpads.com/ ? I don't see anything there that indicates v

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

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Re: [MBZ] Next Castrol Syntec 0w-30 sale at AutoZone?

Curt Raymond wrote: >For M1 5w40 the last analysis results from my '84 190D seem to refute >any changes in that oil. With 9,000 miles on the oil the results are so >close to results from 2006-2007 tests on my '85 190D to be essentially >the same. Especially for the important wear protectors like

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

Amen to that. Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL '87 300SDL (318,xxx mi) '91 Dodge Ram 150 (290,xxx mi) On 11/14/2011 9:02 PM, Max wrote: One word: rust. Too much rust, time to move on. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On Mon, 14 Nov 2011 19:32:00 -0600 Mountain Man wrote: > In 1984 when the family had numerous kids, we drove a 1974 VW > Transporter - 19 years old. There is something wrong with this sentence. A typo for 19? > Seems opposite to what seems practical, but I don't see any cars on the > road toda

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

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Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

Well when you get ready to sell them old diesels let me know Sent from my iPhone On Nov 14, 2011, at 8:44 PM, OK Don wrote: > For me, the time to abandon a car is when I don't want to fix it anymore. > It's just that simple. The old cars area as much a hobby as they are > transportation. We've

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

OK Don wrote: A new TDI is under consideration, but I hate to not have an MB - so the cheapest C class is also in consideration. I do wish they sold the C class in the US with a CDI engine --- If they've got a C63, why can't they give us a C420 CDI? ___ ht

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

For me, the time to abandon a car is when I don't want to fix it anymore. It's just that simple. The old cars area as much a hobby as they are transportation. We've owned two new cars over the years - a '74 Opel that my wife purchased a few months before we met, and the '97 van that we bought for h

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

I have no problem with conserving a nice car but don't tell me you "can't" drive it in the winter, thats lame. I've been driving diesels for the last 8 years, the newest was an '85, also an '84 and '83 and now a '78 which I'm daily driving right now because my '84 needs a carrier bearing. You

[MBZ] 108 Interior

To anyone interested...this ad appeared in the local Craigslist. No personal interest, etc. Mercedes W108 Interior - $600 (Lawrenceville) sale-eyw9c-2701750...@craigslist.org Many, many interior parts for a Mercedes Benz W108 chassis in good condition. These items all came from a 1970 280S an

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

David wrote: > I have never bought a new car, or one that is less than 3 years old. Segue to age of vehicles driven - sorta... Today, I drive a 1984 240D with clutch - 27 years old. We drove the rusted 1975 Chevy Nova to the junk yard in 2006 - 31 years old. When we married in 1974, I purchased a

Re: [MBZ] scam?

The blonde is probably a lot more trouble than the car. Wilton - Original Message - From: "G Mann" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, November 14, 2011 6:43 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] scam? Comes with the blond in the pic? I'll take it!! Mea... must be a scam, car is wa

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

I have been struggling with this question lately also, especially the last two weekends when I was putting used u-pull transmissions into two different 25+ YO cars to bring the fleet back up to 4 operational vehicles. Currently the fleet is this; 1977 240D 413K mi. My daily driver, probably le

Re: [MBZ] Rear calipers on w124's

They stick because they aren't used much and get lots of road splash. Rebuild, change the fluid every two years, and every oil change pull the pads and clean the crap out of the slot where they ride. Peter On Nov 14, 2011, at 6:49 AM, ned kleinhenz wrote: Two questions about the rear brake

Re: [MBZ] scam?

The upkeep, on the blond will be much more than the car! Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 11/14/2011 6:43 PM, G Mann wrote: Comes with the blond in the pic? I'll take it!! Mea... must be a scam, car is way to pretty. On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 4:06 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: http:/

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

Well, now I know why the PO had mattress springs jammed in there On Monday, November 14, 2011 4:41 PM, "Rusty Cullens" wrote: > $272.00 each > > Rusty Cullens > BuyMBparts, Inc. > www.buyMBparts.biz > www.buyEUROparts.biz > www.buyASIANparts.biz > Tel/ 1-800-741-5252 > Fax/ 770-454-9745 > I

Re: [MBZ] scam?

Comes with the blond in the pic? I'll take it!! Mea... must be a scam, car is way to pretty. On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 4:06 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: > http://jxn.craigslist.org/cto/**2634726864.html > > VIN # 12004096, 4,497 miles, 6 - Cyl. 1968 M

[MBZ] scam?

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Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

For the most part maintenance is the key to not getting stranded. I've only ever been stranded twice and both times I should have known better. One was a water pump that failed after dripping coolant for a couple weeks, the second was a wheel bearing I'd let go too long. My $400 240D never stra

Re: [MBZ] seat springs

nope they aren't 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: "Tim C" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, November 14, 2011 5:55 PM S

Re: [MBZ] seat springs

Anyone know if they are the same as for a 115? Best, Tim On Nov 13, 2011 9:52 PM, "Allan Streib" wrote: > Pulled the passenger seat from my W116 this afternoon, to clean under it > but also to clean and lube the slides. This evening I pulled the driver's > side. That seat is very soft, especia

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

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Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

Randy Bennell wrote: I understand that point too. My good wife has no desire to drive a beater. She may well be prepared to drive her current car into the ground, but she does not wish to start out with a junker. http://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/2676416497.html _

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On 14/11/2011 3:37 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Harumph, this is what block heaters are for... -Curt My car is too old and too nice to subject it to our winters. And, the old diesels do not start like the newer ones when it gets really cold. Double batteries might help but even then, I believe I

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On 14/11/2011 3:40 PM, Greg Fiorentino wrote: In my case the tipping point was reached when SWMBO decided she wanted a 21st. century vehicle to replace the '79 300TD. I found a nice 2003 Jetta TDI for her. Greg I understand that point too. My good wife has no desire to drive a beater. She m

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

Greg Fiorentino wrote: In my case the tipping point was reached when SWMBO decided she wanted a 21st. century vehicle to replace the '79 300TD. I found a nice 2003 Jetta TDI for her. I've never seen a used TDI that I'd consider paying the advertised price for. Now if I wanted to buy a new car

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

In my case the tipping point was reached when SWMBO decided she wanted a 21st. century vehicle to replace the '79 300TD. I found a nice 2003 Jetta TDI for her. Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Randy Bennell Se

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

Harumph, this is what block heaters are for... -Curt Date: Mon, 14 Nov 2011 12:06:10 -0600 From: Randy Bennell To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] A lost cause? Message-ID: <4ec15892.8070...@bennell.ca> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed On 14/11/2011 11:22

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

I have usually purchased through thinkpads.com, also a terrific support community. Look at the feedback forum for the vendor who has what you want. My best experiences are with BobA, who happens to be nearby. I have gotten some exceptional deals from him, largely because he doesn't have to pack o

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

If thats true than every new car is a lost cause. New cars depreciate massively... I figure its a lost cause if the repairs are worth more to me than the car. I drive a lot (~30,000 miles a year) so I find an MB to be quite cheap transportation. I drove my last 240D about 25,000 miles for ~$250

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

Is there a particular surplus dealer you like? Allan On Monday, November 14, 2011 1:05 PM, "Greg Fiorentino" wrote: > I expect so, but I can only personally confirm up to a T61, my current daily > driver. If you check online I am sure you can find out. BTW, my laptop > strategy is to wait unt

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

I expect so, but I can only personally confirm up to a T61, my current daily driver. If you check online I am sure you can find out. BTW, my laptop strategy is to wait until the market is flooded with corporate and government laptops coming off warranty/contract. The T60s and T61s fit that bill

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

Follow up to the story, after an overnight and most of today with the battery out, as of this afternoon the laptop appears to be operating normally once again. Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

What about springs? Are they available? Allan "Rusty Cullens" writes: > $162.00 each > > > 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

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On 14/11/2011 12:54 PM, Fmiser wrote: The question for you is essentially, when do you call it a lost cause? Easy! When the cost exceeds the value. Oh, but cost can be tricky 'cause it's not just money but time, confidence, irritation, dependability, etc. And value is hard to pin down too - wit

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

Leather $351.00 MB-Tex $197.00 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: "WILTON" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, November 14

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

I only consider it "Lost" when rust has taken it to the extent it cannot be repaired reasonably - rockers, floors, quarters, all or any can push a car over the edge. But if the rust is under control, it takes a lot to stop. I calculate what it will cost ti bring a car back to nice roadworthy

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

Simple point: There are two values to be considered. 1. Resale value. If you buy and make payments on a NEW vehicle, the resale value declines from the moment you take possession. The more you make payments [thus "own" it] the lower the value as it gets use and age. A USED vehicle, such as many

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

Not certain, but I do know that lenovo seems to be staying true to the original IBM series, which gives me a warm fuzzy feeling. Walt, who loves IBM products. On Nov 14, 2011 2:32 PM, "Allan Streib" wrote: > Good to know, if I end up replacing this one with a non-Apple. Do the > newer Lenovos r

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

Good to know, if I end up replacing this one with a non-Apple. Do the newer Lenovos retain this design? Allan On Monday, November 14, 2011 11:32 AM, "Greg Fiorentino" wrote: > That's why ThinkPads have drain channels that will channel liquids out the > bottom of the laptop without harming th

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

That's why ThinkPads have drain channels that will channel liquids out the bottom of the laptop without harming the innards. Kinda like Mercedes sunroof drains (gratuitous Mercedes segue). Greg -Original Message- From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com]

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

> Randy Bennell wrote: > I know that many of you are essentially bottom feeders when it > comes to vehicles, and I mean no disrespect when I say that as > I tend to fall into that category to a great extent myself. Beaters-R-Us! > The question for you is essentially, when do you call it a > lost

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

How much for 91 350SDL driver backrest cover? Leather? MB tex? Yeah, I know, it has leather now. Wilton - Original Message - From: "Rusty Cullens" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, November 14, 2011 12:21 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] seat covers Yes, MB Tex Rusty Cullens B

Re: [MBZ] 1982 240D clutch seized?

More likely the clutch MC or slave is bad. That looks like a pretty good deal to me! -Curt Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:40:52 -0800 From: "kevin kraly" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Subject: [MBZ] 1982 240D clutch seized? Message-ID: <7D11F5B533674FD0AEE37787A6E134BF@BobbiesLaptop> Content-Type:

Re: [MBZ] Next Castrol Syntec 0w-30 sale at AutoZone?

For M1 5w40 the last analysis results from my '84 190D seem to refute any changes in that oil. With 9,000 miles on the oil the results are so close to results from 2006-2007 tests on my '85 190D to be essentially the same. Especially for the important wear protectors like zinc and phosphorus. -

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

I have a son who will soon be buying his first car, which, if I have any input, will be a decent W123 or W126 chassis. Why? A number of reasons: 1.) The acquisition cost. A young person with a few thousand $$ and minimal income can't afford anything remotely late model that isn't a beater and/o

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On 14/11/2011 11:22 AM, Michael Canfield wrote: There is another way to look at it. Take a $1500 Benz, put a few hundred into making it safe, dependable and nice to ride in and start counting how much you save over making car payments and paying higher insurance for the newer car. If a penny sa

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

My 83 300d is just as, or more, reliable than a new car. Mike On Nov 14, 2011 1:00 PM, "Randy Bennell" wrote: > On 14/11/2011 11:21 AM, Allan Streib wrote: > >> I think all of my cars would be considered "lost causes" by >> normal people. >> >> The 300D needs a front-end rebuild. The 300SD is t

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On 14/11/2011 11:21 AM, Allan Streib wrote: I think all of my cars would be considered "lost causes" by normal people. The 300D needs a front-end rebuild. The 300SD is tapping my finances in a death by 1,000 cuts, and I haven't sorted out the ACC yet. I have a VW Vanagon project languishing in

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

On 14/11/2011 11:12 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: A lost cause means owning a declining asset. I don't expect to retire from the proceeds of disposing of my W123 wagons, but then again I believe they will probably hold their own in value due to their great practicality and comparative scarcity.

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

The issue is more reliability I think -- if you have a beater sort of car that takes a bit of work and parts to keep running, but is essentially reliable (i.e., won't strand you somewhere due to catastrophic failure), then throwing a few bucks at it now and again, and some fix-it time, is not u

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

And take the keyboard apart, Between the soft plastic sheet with the button dimples and the underlying PC board mat be coke. On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 6:10 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: > As MMM suggested, a rinse with isopropyl alcohol would be good. > > Even better would be to get some Blue Shower or si

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

Yes, MB Tex 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: "Allan Streib" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Monday, November 14, 2011 12:09

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

There is another way to look at it. Take a $1500 Benz, put a few hundred into making it safe, dependable and nice to ride in and start counting how much you save over making car payments and paying higher insurance for the newer car. If a penny saved is a penny earned then I am earning about $600

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

I think all of my cars would be considered "lost causes" by normal people. The 300D needs a front-end rebuild. The 300SD is tapping my finances in a death by 1,000 cuts, and I haven't sorted out the ACC yet. I have a VW Vanagon project languishing in the driveway. But, they are as much a hobby

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

I have a couple nice Palomino door panels if that would help. On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 12:09 PM, Allan Streib wrote: > Ouch. For 'Tex? Mine are MB-Tex, the color I think is called "Bamboo" > > Anyone have a set in good shape? Kaleb? > > Allan > -- > 1983 300D > 1979 300SD > > > On Monday, Novem

Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?

A lost cause means owning a declining asset. I don't expect to retire from the proceeds of disposing of my W123 wagons, but then again I believe they will probably hold their own in value due to their great practicality and comparative scarcity. On Mon, Nov 14, 2011 at 11:58 AM, Randy Bennell w

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

Ouch. For 'Tex? Mine are MB-Tex, the color I think is called "Bamboo" Anyone have a set in good shape? Kaleb? Allan -- 1983 300D 1979 300SD On Monday, November 14, 2011 11:55 AM, "Rusty Cullens" wrote: > $162.00 each > > > Rusty Cullens > BuyMBparts, Inc. > www.buyMBparts.biz > www.buyE

[MBZ] A lost cause?

I know that many of you are essentially bottom feeders when it comes to vehicles, and I mean no disrespect when I say that as I tend to fall into that category to a great extent myself. The question for you is essentially, when do you call it a lost cause? There has to be a time when a vehicle

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

$162.00 each 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: "Allan Streib" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, November 13, 2011 9:25

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals

MG wrote: >I have always checked the inside diameter, out of round, tight in >head with correct vertical placement and no big gouges on the >inside. Check especially at the top and bottom of the guides as >that is where most of the wear will be. Exhaust valves especially >can be badly worn in

Re: [MBZ] Refilling SLS fluid - W123 300TD wagon

You will be the cold beer supplier and the spring compressor operator. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 14, 2011, at 9:55 AM, andrew strasfogel wrote: What would my role be other than taking a cut of the profits? On Fri, Nov 11, 2011 at 10:17 PM, Dimitri Seretakis wrote: Ha. We discussed building a

Re: [MBZ] Refilling SLS fluid - W123 300TD wagon

What would my role be other than taking a cut of the profits? On Fri, Nov 11, 2011 at 10:17 PM, Dimitri Seretakis wrote: > Ha. We discussed building a car from scratch. I make the body, he does the > mechanical. > > Sent from my iPhone > > On Nov 11, 2011, at 8:34 PM, "Andrew Strasfogel" > wrote

Re: [MBZ] Replacing valve stem seals

I have always checked the inside diameter, out of round, tight in head with correct vertical placement and no big gouges on the inside. Check especially at the top and bottom of the guides as that is where most of the wear will be. Exhaust valves especially can be badly worn inside on the botto

Re: [MBZ] Is the net down?

Alex Chamberlain wrote: Thanks for your thoughts. I guess my nature is to go to extremes if I have the luxury of time and money. Regarding reaming out the carbon, my theory is that proper driving hygiene will prevent carbon build up. I think I reamed out carbon once on an OM617, and haven'

Re: [MBZ] Rear calipers on w124's

ned kleinhenz wrote: >Two questions about the rear brake calipers on w124's: >How do they work? Are there two opposing pistons? and >Why do they sieze so frequently? >I've had at least 3 pairs sieze now on 2 124's I've owned. But don't >presently remember what is inside of them. >Ned Kleinhenz >

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

Yes, I have them, I'll price them when I get in. Sent on the Sprint® Now Network from my BlackBerry® -Original Message- From: "Allan Streib" Sender: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:25:55 To: Mercedes Discussion List Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [

[MBZ] Rear calipers on w124's

Two questions about the rear brake calipers on w124's: How do they work? Are there two opposing pistons? and Why do they sieze so frequently? I've had at least 3 pairs sieze now on 2 124's I've owned. But don't presently remember what is inside of them. Ned Kleinhenz __

Re: [MBZ] Is the net down?

Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote: >Speed, and iiab,dfi > Thanks for your thoughts, Loren, and also for explaining the new acronym. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300, '87 300TD ___ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts

Re: [MBZ] seat covers

Find a company that specializes in MB seats - I found Autos Int'l which specializes in Porsche and they will sell just the rear seat portion I need - so I suspect a co that does MBs will sell individual covers. I don't have any current MB specialty magazines handy - grab one at a local booksto

Re: [MBZ] Computer meets coke

As MMM suggested, a rinse with isopropyl alcohol would be good. Even better would be to get some Blue Shower or similar electronics cleaner and liberally hose down the MB, keyboard and any other affected parts. You need to get the coke out before it can dry. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Nov 13,

Re: [MBZ] GPM of an 8" pump?

Probably in the range of 2500-3000 GPM. Dan Sent from my iPhone On Nov 14, 2011, at 12:19 AM, Brian Toscano wrote: > I was reading about an industrial application using 8" pumps to move water. > Anybody know what the typical range in GPM of a 8" pump would be? > > Thanks, > Brian > __