Re: [MBZ] Anyone headed beantown to Chi/ORD?

I'll be in Boston in four months or less, then later in Springfield IL. Send me the pick-up address. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: I lost my head. Rumor has it that an Irishman in Boston has it. Actually, I bought an OM603 head in

Re: [MBZ] Engine Vacuum Couple Hose hookup 240D

I drove to my buddy's garage 30 miles away to stay overnite so that I could adjust my valves on a cold engine. I have a '83 240d. When I went to hook up the black vacuum plug, all the 5 nipples broke apart. I then had to pull the hoses out the plug to directly connect them to the vacuum

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

They may have 'went out' from the factory but became a pricey aftermarket item. I thought running boards went out by 1946, except for the lowly MB 170, as a prewar holdover. __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer protection

'Thought that was tyres, or have you guys joined US on that? ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 12:29 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer protection This

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

I believe the ground is in the trunk beside the antenna. Take a look, loose connector, broken wire, corroded terminal are all possible. There will be a ground for the antenna, the brake and turn lights, and the plate lights all together if I remember correctly. Peter Not directly at

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

On 20/11/2012 6:46 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Bambi is nothing, you want damage go hit Bullwinkle. A really small moose is as big as a really big deer. Hit a 1200# moose and you don't care about the car, the question is Did anybody survive? -Curt I have a cousin who hit 3 moose about 40 years

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

On 20/11/2012 6:46 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Bambi is nothing, you want damage go hit Bullwinkle. A really small moose is as big as a really big deer. Hit a 1200# moose and you don't care about the car, the question is Did anybody survive? -Curt I have a cousin who hit 3 moose about 40 years

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

A moose once bit my sister Dan not in charge of the credits On Nov 21, 2012, at 11:54 AM, Dieselhead wrote: On 20/11/2012 6:46 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: Bambi is nothing, you want damage go hit Bullwinkle. A really small moose is as big as a really big deer. Hit a 1200# moose and you

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

We finally got back to the moose, it has been a while. Rusty Cullens buyMBparts, Inc. 6755 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Suite 260 Atlanta, GA 30360 800-741-5252 770-452-7320 -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Dan Penoff Sent: Wednesday,

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

But it's not Friday! How quickly the traditions are forgotten. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: We finally got back to the moose, it has been a while. Rusty Cullens buyMBparts, Inc. 6755 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Suite 260 Atlanta, GA

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

It's kind of like Friday since we have tomorrow off. Rusty Cullens buyMBparts, Inc. 6755 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Suite 260 Atlanta, GA 30360 800-741-5252 770-452-7320 -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Max Dillon Sent: Wednesday,

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

On Wed, 21 Nov 2012 13:20:48 -0500 Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: It's kind of like Friday since we have tomorrow off. Yup. Craig attachment: moose.03.sm.jpg___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

Remind me what car. I'll try to find it in EPC. 'Noticed that some cars have a grounding point for RIGHT tail lamp assembly at right rear of trunk behind panel. Wilton. - Original Message - From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

I'll look again; 'thought I was looking for TAIL lights. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 1:48 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem Remind me what car. I'll

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

License plate ground (left and right): Left side of trunk, below hinge, behind panel. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 1:50 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

Sure has..lol Mike On Nov 21, 2012 12:20 PM, Rusty Cullens buymbpa...@gmail.com wrote: We finally got back to the moose, it has been a while. Rusty Cullens buyMBparts, Inc. 6755 Peachtree Industrial Blvd. Suite 260 Atlanta, GA 30360 800-741-5252 770-452-7320 -Original

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

License plate ground (left and right): Left side of trunk, below hinge, behind panel. Wilton Thanks. Found the problem. It was barely noticeable inside the woven cable bundle that comes out of the trunk lid. A rough spot, with the woven cover pulled away some. I decided to

Re: [MBZ] OT The greatest hack of all time

Caltech, the MIT of the west. --R On 11/20/2012 10:17 AM, Craig wrote: On Tue, 20 Nov 2012 08:37:51 -0500 Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Well, maybe turning the great dome into a large breast might be in the running, or the police car on top, but this is right up

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

I am in NC. Crossed the border and gas prices went up $0.26/gal. And all kinds of signs warning of impending doom for doing stuff that is natural and normal. And here in Chapel Hill every other car is plastered with ObamaBiden stickers. Piouses have more stickers for Equality and Diversity

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

On 21/11/2012 11:44 AM, Rich Thomas wrote: I am in NC. Crossed the border and gas prices went up $0.26/gal. And all kinds of signs warning of impending doom for doing stuff that is natural and normal. And here in Chapel Hill every other car is plastered with ObamaBiden stickers. Piouses have

Re: [MBZ] Gl and the deer

I have related this story in the past, which I remember from being a teenager. We were visiting my mother's friend who was a nurse, and related the story that she was driving to work one morning at like 5AM in her VW bug. Comes around a curve and there is a mule in the road, which she hits

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

In Asheville NC now. Paid 3.99 for diesel here, was 3.75 in Charleston. Today we did chimney rock, lake lure. Star gazing tonight with night vision goggles. Going to try to find a cave with bats for daughter tomorrow. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

ATTABOY! My suspicions confirmed. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 4:14 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem License plate ground (left and right): Left

Re: [MBZ] OT The greatest hack of all time

In Georgia they call Harvard the Emory of the North. On Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 12:36 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Caltech, the MIT of the west. --R On 11/20/2012 10:17 AM, Craig wrote: On Tue, 20 Nov 2012 08:37:51 -0500 Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

I guess it just confirms you hafta pay a little more to live in Paradise. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 5:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 license light

[MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Special message to Max and anyone else who has recently BTDT: Looks like I get to change my first OM 603 head gasket. SDL has oil smoke, and oil running out the exhaust. Turbo compressed air outlet to the crossover pipe is clean as a whistle, so no turbo failure. So, I need the obvious:

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

On 21/11/2012 4:40 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Special message to Max and anyone else who has recently BTDT: Looks like I get to change my first OM 603 head gasket. SDL has oil smoke, and oil running out the exhaust. Turbo compressed air outlet to the crossover pipe is clean as a whistle, so no

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

BTW, Rich, have you ever eaten a Mama Dip's? On W. Rosemary St., Chapel ill, 'bout 4 1/2 blocks west of N. Columbia St. 'Took Grndson to lunch at Breadman's on Rosemary Sunday before last; 'bout 3 1/2 blocks west of Columbia St. Place was packed; 'think SWMBO and I were the only

[MBZ] Fuul price WAS:124 license light problem

Guzzlene was 3.29 when I left home on Sun. As I drove South, the price went down. First fill ~40 miles from home was 3.08. Most prices for the next 900 miles were 3.03 to 3.09 with a few 3.17. South of Jackson, MS the prices went up again to 3.14 to 3.17. I saw Dissel fuul for 3.65 to 3.99

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

'Hope it goes well. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 5:40 PM Subject: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket Special message to Max and anyone else who has recently BTDT: Looks

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

You staying in Paradise for the holiday/weekend, or headed back to Chuckietown? Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 12:44 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

If I had time and parts, that is no problem this week. 70s all week and sunny. If you would go 1700 miles due south, you'd be warmer too. On 21/11/2012 4:40 PM, Dieselhead wrote: Special message to Max and anyone else who has recently BTDT: Looks like I get to change my first OM 603

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

True enough. Would not want to do that outdoors down there come summer. Randy On 21/11/2012 4:57 PM, Dieselhead wrote: If I had time and parts, that is no problem this week. 70s all week and sunny. If you would go 1700 miles due south, you'd be warmer too. On 21/11/2012 4:40 PM,

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Depending on how it goes, you might need the ball bearing thrust washer pin puller for the chain guides. Might not since you indicate that you've replaced them recently. I found that my usual bolt, stack of washers and a socket did not work on the 603 head. New valve guides might be needed as well

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

Philip wrote: Download 40-200.pdf 40-320-intro.pdf w123-toein-alignment_howto (print is higher resolution) Thanks - good reading material and record of experience for us to use. All 4 tires are wearing excessive at inside, hence mechanic son sez do alignment. I hope he can wade through these

Re: [MBZ] Anyone headed beantown to Chi/ORD?

Jon wrote: Ouch...Just drove from Maine to Ohio, and then to Chicago this past week.. Gonna have time to put face to names at the hot dog place? Or are you already back east? mao in Elgin ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

Not to sound like a broken record but when they do the alignment the first thing that should be done is to check for proper ride height. Alignment cannot be done correctly if the ride height is not right. How many 30 year old cars still sit at the proper height? There is no way to adjust the

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

Mike wrote: Not to sound like a broken record but when they do the alignment the first thing that should be done is to check for proper ride height. Good information - thanks. I will be sure this information is given to my sons who drive the car. Wouldn't the BeeLine shop have tested that

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

Wouldn't the BeeLine shop have tested that geometry ride height when they did their looksee of geometry, worn parts, etc? I was present for my 190D's alignment. Ride height was _not_ checked. I was the one who figured out that the alignment station across the bay was shining its lasers into

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

-- Jim wrote: Somebody had left that station on, though nobody was working on it that day. Oh boy!! More info to drive us deeper to DIY. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

I think Rolf said the 606 turbo head gasket is preferred. I used the kit from Rusty, only thing missing was gasket for turbo oil drain to block. However, every other time I drive the car, the upper radiator hose gets pressurized. Head was pressure tested by machine shop. I may try tightening

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

On Nov 21, 2012, at 4:41 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Looks like I get to change my first OM 603 head gasket. SDL has oil smoke, and oil running out the exhaust. Anything I am missing on these three lists? Piston rings? Rick Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Engine hoist! I'm pretty sure I'm going to pull mine again. I'm thinking about leaving intake manifold attached this time, but the glow plug harness may be an issue. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Depending on how it goes, you might need the

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

I think complete suspension rebuild, then alignment. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '95 E300 '87 300TD Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Philip wrote: Download 40-200.pdf 40-320-intro.pdf w123-toein-alignment_howto (print is higher resolution) Thanks - good reading material and

Re: [MBZ] W123 alignment

Rear tars wearing on the inside is confirmation of worn out rubber parts. Subframe bushings, and the bushings on the control arms where they attach to the subframe. Diff mount, unless that was recently done. I used a 3/16 drill to drill out the rubber on the control arm bushings so they can

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Not doing rings for a head gasket. On Nov 21, 2012, at 4:41 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Looks like I get to change my first OM 603 head gasket. SDL has oil smoke, and oil running out the exhaust. Anything I am missing on these three lists? Piston rings? Rick Sent from

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Brought that along this trip. I figured this head is longer and more awkward, and depending on how much hardware I leave hang on it...could be heavier than a 4 cyl iron head. (621/615/616) Therefore, an engine hoist might be prudent for lifting the head. Engine hoist! I'm pretty sure

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Depending on how it goes, you might need the ball bearing thrust washer pin puller for the chain guides. Might not since you indicate that you've replaced them recently. I found that my usual bolt, stack of washers and a socket did not work on the 603 head. New valve guides might be needed as

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

We're in Myrtle, gas $2.99. I paid $3.61 at an NC gas station along the way, advertised no ethanol (other local prices $3.3x). I think that was the first tank of only-gas the van has ever had. Best, Tim On Nov 21, 2012 5:27 PM, Max Dillon meadedil...@bellsouth.net wrote: In Asheville NC now.

Re: [MBZ] Anyone headed beantown to Chi/ORD?

Seattle.. On Nov 21, 2012, at 8:23 PM, Mountain Man wrote: Jon wrote: Ouch...Just drove from Maine to Ohio, and then to Chicago this past week.. Gonna have time to put face to names at the hot dog place? Or are you already back east? mao in Elgin

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Some notes from my head gasket job a couple years back: Make absolutely sure that oil supply pipe is free of the block when you attempt to remove the head, mine leaked after straightening it back out, never did get fixed (car was wrecked soon after). You need all new head bolts, if you

Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem

Maybe I need to be driving to SC for fuel. ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Tim C bb...@crone.us To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 10:55 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 124 license light problem We're in Myrtle, gas $2.99. I paid

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

When you get some more of that free cash, could you send me some of it? ;) Wilton - Original Message - From: Peter Frederick psf...@earthlink.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 11:01 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

Some notes from my head gasket job a couple years back: Make absolutely sure that oil supply pipe is free of the block when you attempt to remove the head, mine leaked after straightening it back out, never did get fixed (car was wrecked soon after). You need all new head bolts, if you

Re: [MBZ] OT The greatest hack of all time

So Emory is an overrated school too? R On 11/21/2012 5:36 PM, andrew strasfogel wrote: In Georgia they call Harvard the Emory of the North. On Wed, Nov 21, 2012 at 12:36 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: Caltech, the MIT of the west. --R On 11/20/2012 10:17 AM,

[MBZ] Chuffed!

getting caught up on the british discovery channel wheeler dealers They have done a couple US cars. Their take on new world electronics is the same as ours for Lucas. Just bad mouthing quality left and right as they tackle issues. Corvette seems to be the worst of the US cars they have done

Re: [MBZ] Chuffed!

Yeah. Was wondering about that too when watching that episode. I don't recall US auto electronics as being particularly troublesome. Lucas on the other hand.. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 21, 2012, at 11:44 PM, clay monroe redgh...@comcast.net wrote: getting caught up on the british

Re: [MBZ] OM 603 head gasket

A bad head gasket makes oil smoke? Oil from the oil passages gets into the combustion chambers? Rick Sent from my iPhone On Nov 21, 2012, at 9:52 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Not doing rings for a head gasket. On Nov 21, 2012, at 4:41 PM, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: