I am curious as to why this is advertised as a 'Hammer'? A Hammer is a
W124 with a 6L V8.
Hendrik
who has lots of hammers but none with an engine
relng...@aol.com wrote:
...http://seattle.craigslist.org/kit/cto/2692476812.htmlno
affiliation or interest. Want a Hammer?...
About like
Isn't this the reason that Dr. Marshall Booth bought his lifelong string of
Mercedes after his first wife was killed in a car crash? He looked around and
found the safest car that he could buy and that turned out to be Mercedes.
Todd Smith
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You gotta love that air bag test. The looks on those guy's faces are priceless.
I can just imagine the fun one could have captioning that
Dan
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On Nov 15, 2011, at 9:50 PM, Hendrik & Fay wrote:
> Watch and find out http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW1wGa9wAmw&feature=relat
On Wednesday, November 16, 2011 7:42 AM, "Max"
wrote:
> I've no clue what that is, but I fear the worst. I'd say conventional ATF
> for now. Aren't you glad you dropped the pan!?!
Heh. Yes and no. Seems that every time I open a panel or cover on this car I
find something else that's broke
On 15/11/2011 5:57 PM, Mitch Haley wrote:
Allan Streib wrote:
A modern diesel in a similar sized car will significantly better a Prius
in terms of fuel economy.
...except when stopped. The hybrids excel in situations where most
drivers sit idling, or where there's a lot of stop and go.
Mit
So, what engine would be in a 78 123 gasser?
I am assuming an inline 6 cylinder?
Carbs?
Problems?
Randy
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"Smith, Todd" wrote:
>Isn't this the reason that Dr. Marshall Booth bought his lifelong
>string of Mercedes after his first wife was killed in a car crash? He
>looked around and found the safest car that he could buy and that
>turned out to be Mercedes.
>
Yes, or close to it.
--
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Cha
Why sure! Many components come from Taiwan, Malaysia and Thailand. I
sincerely doubt there are any that are built from all made-in-USA parts.
Even Boeing aircraft are built from internationally sourced components.
Greg
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M130 with dual Zeniths or an M123(?) which is like a later M130 with a Solex
4A1.
Dan
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On Nov 16, 2011, at 11:39 AM, Randy Bennell wrote:
> So, what engine would be in a 78 123 gasser?
>
> I am assuming an inline 6 cylinder?
>
> Carbs?
>
> Problems?
>
> Randy
>
> _
Ok, sacrilage maybe, but would a SBC fit under the hood in a 78 123
coupe without huge issues?
My recollection is that these old inline 6 MB engines were thirsty
without being all that powerful.
Randy who has a 350 4 bolt main block etc in the garage with no
immediate purpose
On 16/11/2011
If it's a 280C, it's a DOHC engine whose number escapes me. That being said,
these models were not known for their longevity.
The one saving grace is if you find one with fuel injection. The carbed models
were not fun to work on or maintain, and that's coming from someone who had all
of these b
My brother-in-law works in sales at Lenovo, and I drive by* their main
office every time I eat pizza for lunch. I work with a bunch of
ex-IBMers and have had/used a dozen Thinkpads at work. They are nice
machines, though in fairness the last ones I used were from just after
Lenovo bought the PC d
Have not gone to look yet but it appears to be pretty decent bodywise
and interior wise and cheap. I know there is no such thing as a cheap
Mercedes but my bottom feeder mentality makes me want to look.
Randy
On 16/11/2011 2:41 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
If it's a 280C, it's a DOHC engine whose nu
Yes, that's my recollection of Marshall's reasoning as well. However, a
lot has changed since the mid-1960s. Back then when McNamara was asked
about seat belts he famously quipped "Ford sells automobiles not safety".
Brian
On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 11:50 AM, Max wrote:
> "Smith, Todd" wrote:
MotorTrend calls the Passat TDI the sedan of the year (or some such
foolishness) it was up against Camry and Sonata hybrids.
-Curt
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 10:23:29 -0600
From: Randy Bennell
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] A lost cause?
Message-ID: <4ec3e381.40...@bennell.ca>
Con
If you want a real high-end Dell you get a Precision laptop. I've had 2 and
they're astonishing.
Of course the price for replacement parts is equally astonishing... My first
one lost its video card, Dell wants $600 for a replacement.
-Curt
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:42:29 -0500
From: Tim C
To:
Y'all may remember that a month or so ago I reported my 87 300D leaking fuel at
or near rear of IP. Well, I finally had indy R&R delivery valve seals today.
Washed area with gunk and water before I went to indy this morning. 55-mile
home from Raleigh didn't bring forth more leaks that I kno
When did the 123 230E come out? I was going to look at one but ended up buying
my 240D instead...
-Curt
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:53:32 -0500
From: Dan Penoff
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1978?
Message-ID: <4442c2e6-92ed-47ac-a300-e1ea9d517...@yahoo.com>
Content-Type: text/p
On my 1983 300TD, there is an annoying metallic noise (very much like a
noisy speedometer) that is heard intermittently around 20 mph, then
continues at highway speeds > 60.
The noise continues if you disconnect the gauges (plugging the oil filter
line) and shut the engine off while cruising. We
Curt Raymond writes:
> I'd also say conventional, I'm in the midst of doing this with my '84
> 190D, I figure after 30,000 miles or so I'll switch to M1.
You find any random pieces of metal in your filter?
Allan
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andrew strasfogel writes:
> So whoever can solve this puzzler by telling me where this noise is coming
> from and how to cure it wins a prize - hot pepper jelly or persimmons from
> my backyard tree.
I was watching a Top Gear episode last night, Clarkson was racing May
and Hammond to the Swiss A
Doc Martin on PBS has Eileen Atkins driving a W123 230E.
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred
On 11/16/2011 4:19 PM, Curt Raymond wrote:
When did the 123 230E come out? I was going to look at one but ended up buying
my 240D instead...
-Curt
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:53:32 -0500
From: Dan Peno
Close, but no cigar. Noise is independent of the wipers.
Might be the front crossbar - discovered it was bent and about to
disintegrate. Removed, will test drive tomorrow.
andrew
On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 5:30 PM, Allan Streib wrote:
> andrew strasfogel writes:
>
> > So whoever can solve this
At indy's today, a lady came in complaining that her '00 C230 wipers are inop.
$1000 R&R! As she was leaving, I told her the value of my 21-and-25-year-old
cars just went up
Wilton
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Hi All -
I get a newsletter from a group called Machinery Lubrication -
http://www.machinerylubrication.com/Page/subscriptions IMO the title is a
little misleading – the topics for this month are:
a.. Beware of Blue Engine Smoke
b.. Comparing Gasoline and Diesel Engine Oils
c.. Why Chan
That is insane.
--R
On 11/16/11 6:17 PM, WILTON wrote:
At indy's today, a lady came in complaining that her '00 C230 wipers are inop.
$1000 R&R! As she was leaving, I told her the value of my 21-and-25-year-old
cars just went up
Wilton
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Wish I'd have known, I have one that meeds a keyboard and some misc bits.
Oh well, haha.
Walt
On Nov 16, 2011 3:42 PM, "Tim C" wrote:
> My brother-in-law works in sales at Lenovo, and I drive by* their main
> office every time I eat pizza for lunch. I work with a bunch of
> ex-IBMers and have
I've had both of your offerings but failed to solve any of your problems! BTW
might be back early December. Ready to get greasy?
From: andrew strasfogel
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2
No idea about the SBC, but if you set up and properly adjust either the Zenith
or Solex carbs, these models, especially the M130 with Zeniths, will pull
stumps.
Their downfall is the crappy gas mileage. Of all the cars I owned with the
M130, I never, ever got better than about 14 MPG. And that
No but the previous owner was poor about maintenance. I figure 30,000 miles
will flush the previously left alone crap into the filter, then I'll do another
filter and fill with M1. I may even do it myself that time, I've never done an
AT service before, always subbed it out.
-Curt
Date: Wed, 1
30 years ago the normal Min bill at a stealer was $500. Factor in
inflation and it is considerable more.
Take a shop rate of $130 at the indy, and say the transmission was
KO'd. A new transmission and a few hours and $1000 is not
unreasonable. Stealer would have probably been $1500 or $2000
You took the wipers off?
-Curt
Date: Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:48:32 -0500
From: andrew strasfogel
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Today's W123 puzzler
Message-ID:
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Close, but no cigar. Noise is independent of the wipers.
Might be th
Walt.
I have an old working C600 Latitude.
Yours for postage.
Fred Moir
Lynn MA
Diesel preferred
On 11/16/2011 6:52 PM, Walt Zarnoch wrote:
Wish I'd have known, I have one that meeds a keyboard and some misc bits.
Oh well, haha.
Walt
On Nov 16, 2011 3:42 PM, "Tim C" wrote:
My brother-i
Was thinking it was an IBM thinkpad 600, I currently don't have any Dell
machines.
Thanks for the offer though!
Walt
On Nov 16, 2011 7:39 PM, "Fred Moir" wrote:
> Walt.
> I have an old working C600 Latitude.
> Yours for postage.
>
> Fred Moir
> Lynn MA
> Diesel preferred
>
>
> On 11/16/2011 6:5
AT fluid/filter change is not hard. Just messy.
Smurf gloves are your friend. Buy the ones at
NAPA, not the ones at HF. 4 or 6 bolts and a
screw. (and an allen wrench if you are going to
do the TC. As others have said, don't do it
with the fluid at 160-180º F. Wait until the
temp cool
Zeniths, and part of my strong distaste for carbs BUT a 220Sb
with dual solexes would do 18 MPG.
Larry may know more, But I'd guess an M130 with the zeniths tossed in
favor of webers could be tuned to do 18 MPG.
I tuned a 10 MPG truck once to get 15-16 on the road. I only changed
the j
Do you (or does anyone) do analysis on transmission fluid? Is there any
reason to think that would be beneficial?
Allan
"Larry" writes:
> Hi All -
> I get a newsletter from a group called Machinery Lubrication -
> http://www.machinerylubrication.com/Page/subscriptions IMO the title is a
>
Also pay attention to the torque specs when reinstalling the pan. They
are pretty low. If you overtighten it you will warp the pan and it will
leak.
Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> writes:
> AT fluid/filter change is not hard. Just messy. Smurf gloves are your
> friend. Buy the ones at NAPA,
I have been a long time advocate of the Zenith carb on the M130. These are
often maligned for poor performance, when in reality they perform quite well
when properly set up and adjusted.
Dan
Sent from my iPhone
On Nov 16, 2011, at 7:42 PM, Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Zeniths, an
We do it when requested - actually any kind of lubricant or hydraulic fluid
can be tested - but the tests done less often are more costly - like
gasoline and brake fluid tests. IIRC, transaxles, rear ends and engines are
all the same price.
As far as need? For the same reasons as doing engin
On my 1983 300TD, there is an annoying metallic noise (very much like a
noisy speedometer) that is heard intermittently around 20 mph, then
continues at highway speeds > 60.
Umm, noisy speedometer? Cable thereto?
-- Jim
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So, what engine would be in a 78 123 gasser?
When did the 280E come out? Could be carbed or
injected in that body style. All I6's, to my
knowledge. SOHC or DOHC, though. My 250C is
SOHC w/Zeniths.
-- Jim
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Sounds like a good use for that SBC --
On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 2:35 PM, Randy Bennell wrote:
> Ok, sacrilage maybe, but would a SBC fit under the hood in a 78 123 coupe
> without huge issues?
> My recollection is that these old inline 6 MB engines were thirsty without
> being all that powerful.
Jim gets the prize:
I plugged in the C fuse, and the light functions normally.So, if
the alarm system initiated the drain, then maybe the gremlins are
gone. I won't find out until spring. I just put away 3/4 of the
fleet for winter. Took out the batteries to charge. (No juice in
th
That looks like a piece of an internal snap-ring. This would
usually hold a set of clutches and or a clutch piston in the case
or in a drum in the transmission. Could have broken from age or
damage to the ledges that keep the ring in place. Only a matter
of time till there is more damage and th
On Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:33:59 -0600 Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
> Diesel foreverexcept when it is $4 and guzoline is $3. That is
> insanity.
I was planning on writing an email about this tonight.
Over the last few months, our gasoline prices have inched downward and
our diesel p
YES!
On Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:33:59 -0600 Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
Diesel foreverexcept when it is $4 and guzoline is $3. That is
insanity.
I was planning on writing an email about this tonight.
Over the last few months, our gasoline prices have inched downward and
our
Rant warning
I tried to resurrect a 2003 server that has been dormant for a few
years. Had it running a few times, and then it pops up that it has
to be authorized or shut down. So, it won't connect because the
network card does not have the right settings. Then I call in, and
get a "
MG writes:
> That looks like a piece of an internal snap-ring.
Agree, that's what I thought. I'm hoping there's enough of it left in
place to hold for a while. Did the W116 have the transmissions that
were prone to the B2 piston failure? (Though this does not look like
any part of that as far
Awh just get a mac.
Sent from my iPhone
On Nov 16, 2011, at 10:12 PM, Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
Rant warning
I tried to resurrect a 2003 server that has been dormant for a few years. Had
it running a few times, and then it pops up that it has to be authorized or
shut down. So
Craig writes:
> I was planning on writing an email about this tonight.
>
> Over the last few months, our gasoline prices have inched downward and
> our diesel prices have inched upward.
>
> Is that so consumers will feel good about "cheap" gasoline, but not see
> the increased diesel prices becau
Dimitri Seretakis writes:
> Awh just get a mac.
For me, a "server" would get OpenBSD. Stable, consistent, and "just
works."
Allan
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1979 300SD
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The entie cluster was disconnected - noise persisted.
On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 9:39 PM, Jim Cathey wrote:
> On my 1983 300TD, there is an annoying metallic noise (very much like a
>> noisy speedometer) that is heard intermittently around 20 mph, then
>> continues at highway speeds > 60.
>>
>
> Um
Allan Streib writes:
> To clarify: the pawl is working, it's more like it's not totally going
> into neutral. There's still a bit of power getting to the output so if
> I am stopped on level ground, put the gear selector in Park, and give it
> some throttle it will roll forward until the pawl ca
Does that come with a GUI, or is it command line only?
I want to sign up for one of Dan's surplus OS 10 apple servers sometime.
I worked with Mandrake server a few years ago. It was pretty good.
I am not into searching for "packages" to add on for basic
functionality. Anything that has to be
Doesn't diesel always cost more during the fall and winter?
On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 8:05 PM, Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
> YES!
>
>
>
> On Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:33:59 -0600 Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com>
>> wrote:
>>
>> Diesel foreverexcept when it is $4 and guzoline is $3.
On Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:38:16 -0500 andrew strasfogel
wrote:
> The entie cluster was disconnected - noise persisted.
Was the far end of the cable still connected to the transmission?
If so, it's still turning.
Craig
>
> On Wed, Nov 16, 2011 at 9:39 PM, Jim Cathey
> wrote:
>
> > On my 1983
Bingo!
Wilton
- Original Message -
From: "Craig"
To:
Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2011 10:53 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Today's W123 puzzler
On Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:38:16 -0500 andrew strasfogel
wrote:
The entie cluster was disconnected - noise persisted.
Was the far end of the ca
Depends on the time frame you want to reference. Recent years, that
may be true. Pre 2007, Maybe not. Pre-1984, nope.
Doesn't diesel always cost more during the fall and winter?
That "fuel supplies get tighter in the heating season" is the line
they feed us, but I doubt that fuel oil us
Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> writes:
> That "fuel supplies get tighter in the heating season" is the line
> they feed us, but I doubt that fuel oil usage has increased over the
> past 40 years. Used to be a lot of oil heat. Now it is virtually
> gone, except in the East where the ground is t
So, the '87 300D's climate control is acting up. (Symptom: Mode
buttons and fan speed control buttons work as designed, but
temperature control comes and goes: sometimes it works fine, and
sometimes the vents just blow cold air regardless of the dial
setting.) Does anyone know the functional dif
n the street. We didn't know any better.
I realize this is of no help, but it is fun to reminisce.
Jerry
82 240D
37 Dodge
38 Plymouth
(The latter two are only pictures and memories now)
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Craig wrote:
>On Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:33:59 -0600 Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com>
>wrote:
>
>> Diesel foreverexcept when it is $4 and guzoline is $3. That is
>> insanity.
>
>I was planning on writing an email about this tonight.
>
>Over the last few months, our gasoline prices have inched d
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