I had two 1975 Vega wagons. One 4 speed stick which was pretty peppy. The
other was an automatic with AC and it was slow as molasses on a cold winter day.
Michael E. Esh
On Jan 11, 2012, at 4:55 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote:
Did the Pinto have a manual transmission?
I can
Sounds like the kind of car where a change to Mobil 1 and a flog across the
country with a bottle of Diesel Kleen in each tank of fuel would probably save
the day.
When I first bought Dwight's 240D it was hard to start (60 second glow) and
slow even by 240D standards. After 6 months of
I wanted his XK140 so bad it wasn't funny. The car was very solid, all
original, and could have gone a while with just a good freshening.
Unfortunately, I was newly married, a starving student, and an apartment
dweller. And had no money.
My Dad had a friend back in the day who did a lot of
Good suggestion, Gerry.
I like to use Hand Glaze on the newer clear coats, as it seems to work better
than the polishing or rubbing compounds.
It does take a bit longer to apply, which is one of the reasons why I go with
some of the other products, which are easier to use with a machine, and
Hi Euan,
Thanks for the tips; especially the watch; hadn't thought of that.
I've already started waxing with 3M Show Car Liquid Wax
#39026 Part #051131. I'll order the 3M Imperial Hand Glaze and
try it next time.
Sincerely,
Gerry
From: Euan euanskenn...@gmail.com
Hi there from the
Gerry,
Do understand that the Hand Glaze is intended to be used before waxing, as one
might use a polishing compound.
Hand Glaze is just that, but it is very, very mild, so much do that it can even
be used on uncured paint.
If you have a finish that is in good shape and just needs a very mild
Resend, looks like this didn't get out.
Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote:
Bizarre break-down during my commute. About ten minutes into my drive
I notice the oil gauge reading zero. I pull off, engine sounds just
fine, but there is a faint electrical whine from the dash that is new.
I
Bad ground somewhere? Main ground strap (if it has one)? The whine
might be some sort of device trying to beep and getting some stray
current, not enough to make it scream.
--R
On 1/12/12 10:43 AM, Max wrote:
Resend, looks like this didn't get out.
Maxmeadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote:
I'm waiting for the tow now.
Battery dead, or cables to it have opened up. Could be a bad
charging system that let it go dead, or else some form of sudden
death.
-- Jim
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Our first new car was a 1976 Chevy Chevette. It lasted us for 7 years, and
with the savings we were able to purchase our first REAL car - the Mercedes
1973 280 - in 1982.
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 9:03 AM, Mike Esh michael...@me.com wrote:
I had two 1975 Vega
That's a great idea! Watching someone do something like car waxing
is the best way to learn IMO.
Gerry
From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com
Good suggestion, Gerry.
I like to use Hand Glaze on the newer clear coats, as it seems to work
better than the polishing or rubbing compounds.
It does take
Thanks Rich and Jim for your help. Hans at German Auto only needed about 20
seconds to find a bad fuse, #5, and replace it, and then the car started right
up. No charge for Hans' work!
Funny, I looked at the fuses with my flashlight at about 0645 this a.m.,
couldn't see the break, but in
From: lwb...@yahoo.com
It does take a bit longer to apply, which is one of the reasons why I go with
some of the other products, which are easier to use with a machine, and
therefore, faster.
What machine do you prefer? Something like a Porter Cable random orbital or a
rotary like the
Believe it or not, I use a fairly cheap Sears random orbital polisher that I
bought some years back for something like $29.95.
I just ordered a replacement backer pad for it last week, as the original pad
finally gave up due to the foam deteriorating.
Dan
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On Jan 12, 2012,
I am so glad I drive a non-modern car.
Andrew
1983, 1985 300TDs
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Since I'll be needing to consult said service manual in the near future, I seem
to recall someone pointing out links to this online? Or did I just imagine it?
You're going to be a busy guy next week, Rusty. I got some catching up to do
Dan
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RLE wrote:
After reading the report, tell me again why there should be no regulation
of talking/texting while driving.
The article also talks of electronic stability controls.
My brother owned a Ford Explorer, and it was one of the twitchiest vehicles I
have driven.
The steering ratio
Thanks, Dan. I had the wrong idea about it. I've already started with the
Show Car
and since there is the slightest bit of oxidation that can be seen compared
to the waxed
surface, I'm good for now.
Gerry
From: Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com
Gerry,
Do understand that the Hand Glaze is intended
Come and do mine, and I'll watch. I have 2 on which you may practice - a
whiteun and a blackun. ;))
Wilton
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From: Gerry Archer arche...@embarqmail.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 11:35 AM
Subject: Re:
You may laugh, but when I have bought cars in the past I have often asked to
wash them before I buy.
Amazing the stuff you see when you go over it in such close detail..,
Dan
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On Jan 12, 2012, at 12:41 PM, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote:
Come and do mine, and I'll watch.
I'll keep that in mind. Of course, after you see the job I did on
mine, you might change your mind. (grin)
How far are you from Wake Forest where my granddaughter
lives?
Gerry
From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com
Come and do mine, and I'll watch. I have 2 on which you may practice - a
whiteun and a
'Bout 60 miles to Wake Forest.
Wilton
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Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 1:07 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Amateur car waxing
I'll keep that in mind. Of course, after you see
Thanks Rich and Jim for your help. Hans at German Auto only needed about 20
seconds to find a bad fuse, #5, and replace it, and then the car started right
up. No charge for Hans' work!
Funny, I looked at the fuses with my flashlight at about 0645 this a.m.,
couldn't see the break, but in
Andrew,
Do you have any idea what you would like to get for your Nikon and
lenses?
Thanks, Mike
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He'll give you an engine as a bonus if you buy them!
--R
On 1/12/12 1:48 PM, Michael Canfield wrote:
Andrew,
Do you have any idea what you would like to get for your Nikon and
lenses?
Thanks, Mike
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Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote:
You may laugh, but when I have bought cars in the past I have often
asked to wash them before I buy.
I've had the same idea, but never actually did it.
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Charleston SC
'95 E300, '87 300TD
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For the right price it may be worth the ride there.
Mike
On Jan 12, 2012 1:57 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net
wrote:
He'll give you an engine as a bonus if you buy them!
--R
On 1/12/12 1:48 PM, Michael Canfield wrote:
Andrew,
Do you have any idea what you would
I was too a few months ago when the starter in my 190D quit and after begging a
tug from a coworker I drove home with no issues. My coworkers said auto-trans
cars couldn't be pull started...
-Curt
Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:16:00 +
From: Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes
Curt Raymond wrote:
I was too a few months ago when the starter in my 190D quit and after begging a
tug from a coworker I drove home with no issues. My coworkers said auto-trans
cars couldn't be pull started...
I don't believe the 5 speeds (circa 1995 and later) have rear pumps like the
Yes they can but only when towed @ 45 mph
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Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:17:24
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Do you want the engine AND the Nikon equipment? I may offer you a synergostic
discount you can't refuse!
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From: Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com
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Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:08:06
To:
The converse is that all cars look great when wet.
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From: Max meadedil...@bellsouth.net
Sender: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com
Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 14:02:21
To: Mercedes Discussion Listmercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-To: Mercedes
I could use both I am sure. No idea if I can afford them. What is
synergostic?
Mike
On Jan 12, 2012 2:36 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote:
Do you want the engine AND the Nikon equipment? I may offer you a
synergostic discount you can't refuse!
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That is agnostic synergism, or maybe synergistic agnosticism. It is
something you catch living and working in the DC area. I would suggest
avoiding the area if at all possible, lest you become a victim.
--R
On 1/12/12 2:47 PM, Michael Canfield wrote:
I could use both I am sure. No idea if
Loren,
The car was running just fine, I simply took what I thought was prudent action
when I saw zero oil pressure. I'll bet that if I'd looked closely and the
fuel
gauge and the temperature gauge were also at zero, I probably would have kept
driving on the assumption that this was an
Unless I've had a transmission problem from day one, this car only has a four
speed auto.
Very respectfully,
/s/
Max Dillon
'87 300TD 334k miles (Off with the head!)
'95 E300 292k miles (daily driving duties)
'73 Balboa 20 (High dry until the head is back on)
Charleston SC
The exception is NY cars. Some look better with a good coat of dirt to
hide the rust spots.
Mike
On Jan 12, 2012 2:36 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote:
The converse is that all cars look great when wet.
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Max Dillon wrote:
Loren,
The car was running just fine, I simply took what I thought was prudent action
when I saw zero oil pressure. I'll bet that if I'd looked closely and the fuel
gauge and the temperature gauge were also at zero, I probably would have kept
driving on the assumption
Yes they can but only when towed @ 45 mph
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From: Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com
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Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 11:17:24
To: Diesel Listmercedes@okiebenz.com
Reply-To: Mercedes Discussion List
When in doubt, don't.
A tow and a freebie at the local Indy is better than a cacked engine.
Dan
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On Jan 12, 2012, at 3:05 PM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote:
Loren,
The car was running just fine, I simply took what I thought was prudent
action
when I
From: lwb...@yahoo.com
Since I'll be needing to consult said service manual in the near future, I
seem to recall someone pointing out links to this online? Or did I just
imagine it?
Paper
http://www.mercedesmanuals.com/Mercedes_Benz_Manuals_1980_1989_Factory_Official_s/3.htm
Online
From: lwb...@yahoo.com
Since I'll be needing to consult said service manual in the near future, I
seem to recall someone pointing out links to this online? Or did I just
imagine it?
Found it. CD ROM call here...
Where can I obtain assistance in obtaining parts and/or manuals for a
Co-worker (who drives a 2011 E350 Blutec) and I tried to get the fault codes
from the ASD computer, but didn't succeed. We did succeed in re-setting so the
light went out. I'll see if the light comes back on during the ride home.
Very respectfully,
/s/
Max Dillon
'87 300TD 334k miles (Off
Ah! By the time I got to the diagnosis, I forgot you said you shut
it down. Sorry about that. I was thinking it was unable to be
started. The word tow stuck in my mind. If I saw oil in the valve
train, and no abnormal sound, I'd suspect the gauge. Having just
dissected the 126 cluster,
BT WRONG! (haven't seen anybody do that in awhile!)
I believe by the manual its Up to 25mph. In my case we got up to ~20mph, I
slipped the shifter into drive and the car was running just about instantly.
-Curt
Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:29:48 +
From: Andrew Strasfogel
IIRC the engine is in Silver Spring, MD. If you do go down to get it I'd
suggest you stop in at The Fractured Prune donut shop which is downtown, not
far from the Discovery Channel's office (which is the only reason I've been to
Silver Spring). Fresh donuts made to order. A bit spendy (well
Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote:
Co-worker (who drives a 2011 E350 Blutec) and I tried to get the fault
codes
from the ASD computer, but didn't succeed. We did succeed in
re-setting so the
light went out. I'll see if the light comes back on during the ride
home.
ASD light still
I ran my 200D from san Angelo TX to Peoria, IL (over 1300 miles) over
60 hours during a severe ice storm with no alternator output in 1974.
No electrojuicity didn't keep the good ol Diesels from running. The
headlights do get dim though.
Yessir. Also ACC III (monovalve) system goes full-hot
I ran my 200D from san Angelo TX to Peoria, IL (over 1300 miles) over
60 hours during a severe ice storm with no alternator output in 1974.
No electrojuicity didn't keep the good ol Diesels from running. The
headlights do get dim though.
Yessir. Also ACC III (monovalve) system goes full-hot
'Drove my 81 300D 10 hours one day several yrs ago with no 'lectric. That
was one time I really did hafta get home 'fore dark.
Wilton
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Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2012 1:29 PM
What is group consensus on implanting a OM603 with 89k on the clock into a 77
450SL? Seller claims the car has rodent damage to the engine in the SL, which
is living at the dealer. Cost too much for him to have fixed, so he is selling
cheap.
Is this a shoehorn and whole bunch of twisting
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2082698/Boy-14-kills-intruder-Michael-Henderson-gang-FOUR-men-try-break-house.html
Fortunately he's smart enough not to take orders from a dispatcher when HIS life
is in danger. If she told me 'do not, while I'm on the phone, do not fire that
firearm I'd
On Jan 12, 2012, at 4:24 PM, clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote:
What is group consensus on implanting a OM603 with 89k on the clock into a 77
450SL?
Forget it. The engine is too tall to fit without a lot of modification.
Rick
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I would be more concerned about the front suspension and weight.
There was a guy in Sacramento who put a 6.9 in a 107, I think, and he had to
section out the hood so the engine could stick out.
Dan
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On Jan 12, 2012, at 5:43 PM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote:
On
JCWhitney sells a lot of hood scoops, you could probably find one that
fits and looks cool. Might as well put a blower on it while you're at it.
--R
On 1/12/12 5:43 PM, Rick Knoble wrote:
On Jan 12, 2012, at 4:24 PM, clay monroeredgh...@comcast.net wrote:
What is group consensus on
Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote:
When in doubt, don't.
A tow and a freebie at the local Indy is better than a cacked engine.
No doubt!
--
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Charleston SC
'95 E300, '87 300TD
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That all so large V8 in there must be quite big under the bonnet. Is it so
much taller than a diesel? Must be same engine as used in the 116 vergassers
clay
On Jan 12, 2012, at 3:01 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
I would be more concerned about the front suspension and weight.
There was a guy
The ASD will reset after dis-and re-connecting the battery.
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 11:10 AM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.netwrote:
Thanks Rich and Jim for your help. Hans at German Auto only needed about
20
seconds to find a bad fuse, #5, and replace it, and then the car started
right
I don't see no mention af the 200D. (1968 +/-)
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 9:57 AM, andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.comwrote:
Speaking of older US models...
Our first new car was a 1976 Chevy Chevette. It lasted us for 7 years, and
with the savings we were able to purchase our first REAL
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_OM615
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 6:45 PM, Hans Neureiter diese...@gmail.com wrote:
I don't see no mention af the 200D. (1968 +/-)
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at 9:57 AM, andrew strasfogel
astrasfo...@gmail.comwrote:
Speaking of older US models...
Our
Advantage to the vacuum operated heat control system in the 201.
I did this once with my '84 190D, 56 miles home from work in a snowstorm.
Strangely the idiot lights never came on. It took 3 days at 10a (the most my
charger will do) to recharge the battery all the way, or at least until the
I *think* the late 123 240Ds could be had with ACC III but don't quote me on
that. I could swear I looked at one that had it.
Can't imagine somebody would downgrade a 300D by putting a 616 in it.
-Curt
Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:16:03 -0600
From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com
To: Mercedes
Thats a 107 right?
A couple years ago there was a picture of a 107 in Homepower magazine in front
of a bio-diesel co-op. I wrote to the magazine asking for details. They put me
in touch with the owner who said they'd had the car converted but didn't know
any actual details. She thought it had
1965:
VW 1100 had 21 HP. Curb weight 1.200 kg, MSPP $ 1.500.
MB 180D (W115) had 36 HP, Curb weight 2.600 kg., MSRP $ 6.000.
Exact numbers may be way off. Relative proportions are close.
50 years later (2005):
VW Beetle (2.1L) has 119 HP, Curb wieght 1.500 kg, MSRP $25.000 (TDI)
MB ?
My son had a
One of the prime advantages of a V engine is that they're not tall...
-Curt
Date: Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:34:32 -0800
From: clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net
To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] FrankenSL
Message-ID: 0bc5496d-5487-41f5-aa90-378c6c64e...@comcast.net
Curt Raymond wrote:
Thats a 107 right?
A couple years ago there was a picture of a 107 in Homepower magazine in front
of a bio-diesel co-op. I wrote to the magazine asking for details. They put me
in touch with the owner who said they'd had the car converted but didn't know
any actual
Hans Neureiter diese...@gmail.com wrote:
The ASD will reset after dis-and re-connecting the battery.
Also by shorting pin 5 in the diagnostic plug to ground for about 10 seconds
while the engine is running.
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'95 E300, '87 300TD
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I had considered it when I had an SDL and an SLC at the same time. I did
rebuild the SLC engine instead of trashing the SDL. I think it will fit
under the hood. You'll need to align or make new engine mount arms, and I
doubt that the end of the tranny for the 603 will end at the same place, so
a
Correct. I measured the 107 for a 617 engine - the cam pulley bulge in the
front of the cam cover is an inch or two above the hood. The 603 looks like
it would clear by 1/2 to 1. If it wouldn't have trashed a decent SDL, I
would have tried it myself years ago.
Have fun!
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at
The 95-96 has 4 speed, 97 up has 5 speed electronic
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On Jan 12, 2012, at 2:08 PM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote:
Unless I've had a transmission problem from day one, this car only has a four
speed auto.
Very respectfully,
/s/
Max Dillon
'87 300TD 334k
Advantage to the vacuum operated heat control system in the 201.
It uses electric valves to open the vacuum supply to modulate
the water valve position. Advantage?
Strangely the idiot lights never came on.
They won't, if the field to the alternator dies. (Brushes.)
-- Jim
What is group consensus on implanting a OM603 with 89k on the clock
into a 77 450SL?
Awfully tall, and long. 2 cylinders longer than a V8.
Seller claims the car has rodent damage to the engine in the SL, which
is living at the dealer. Cost too much for him to have fixed, so he
is selling
There was a 280SL also - long six cylinder engine in the 107 chassis. I
think it will fit.
There are a LOT of rubber fittings on top of that engine, and one of them
is around $100 from the stealer. Some are between the two halves of the
intake manifold/plenum. Mine died due to hard rubber in the
Correct. I measured the 107 for a 617 engine - the cam pulley bulge in the
front of the cam cover is an inch or two above the hood. The 603 looks like
it would clear by 1/2 to 1. If it wouldn't have trashed a decent SDL, I
would have tried it myself years ago.
Have fun!
On Thu, Jan 12, 2012 at
Damn y'all, just drop a 350 in there and yer good ta go!
--R
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On Thu, 12 Jan 2012 17:26:26 -0500 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2082698/Boy-14-kills-intruder-Michael-Henderson-gang-FOUR-men-try-break-house.html
Fortunately he's smart enough not to take orders from a dispatcher when
HIS life is in danger. If
some ting to silence or igno...
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'82 300SD
'01 VW New Beetle 1.9L TDI
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found some old MB literature in the closet. One item is a flip book
for sales lizards for models from 1980 to 1990.
Info in it for 1990 300E 2.6. (i had forgotten or never paid
attention that in between the 260E and the E320 there was in fact a
300E 2.6) Unfortunately, it does not go up
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/308791-380sl-diesel-conversion-project.html
Rick
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For new
1965:
VW 1100 had 21 HP. Curb weight 1.200 kg, MSPP $ 1.500.
MB 180D (W115) had 36 HP, Curb weight 2.600 kg., MSRP $ 6.000.
Exact numbers may be way off...
A bit. 1956 VW sedan of which I owned two and still have the owner's
manual.
1192cc
36 hp
Empty weight including fluids 730KG
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