They were throwing away at work, and this still boggles me,
an IXIA 1600 with 8 cards in it (four of them gigabit) rather
than deal with selling it. They'd outgrown it. So I grabbed
it and put it on the site rather than see it go to the recycler.
The auction just finished, and I'm getting a whop
Look under the hood of any MB built in the last 12 years or so.
Clutchless
swashplate compressors. My 2001 and 2008 were so equipped.
Still reciprocating. Probably full of little pistons.
I haven't heard of any automotive scroll or screw
compressors yet.
-- Jim
> ...There were two versions, too. A "Mercedes-Benz Product" (or something
> to that effect) and a "Gottlieb Daimler" one...
>
The old ones were white labels. The present ones are clear.
RLE
>
>
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http://www.okiebenz.com
For new and used parts go to www.ok
relng...@aol.com wrote:
Full power at all times, ignition off and on to modulate power. In flight,
it was bu-silence-buzzz.
And this was a good idea? The few I've seen at air shows are all over the
sky trying to keep it straight and level.
They can't just cruise at full throttle?
Seems
> ...I've never seen an automotive compressor that wasn't
> reciprocating. The number and type of pistons vary,
> as does the rotary/reciprocating conversion mechanism,
> but there are still pistons. 10, in the case of our
> Nippondensos.
>
Look under the hood of any MB built in the last 12 year
> That, plus the control of power was an on-off switch. Kind of an
> early plus
> width modulation, now that I think about it.
>
Full power at all times, ignition off and on to modulate power. In flight,
it was bu-silence-buzzz.
And this was a good idea? The few I've seen at air shows
Working now, which church are you part of? Those YMCA kids need to be
hardened up anyhow.
Hendrik
who did his good deed for the day
On 06/02/13 13:31, Benz Hogs wrote:
Something was added into those links. Try this.
Go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/oak-park-nicor and use Chicago
voting r
On Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:09:51 -0500 Mitch Haley wrote:
> Craig wrote:
>
> > And, no, I don't want to use the engine to make an E320/4.2!
>
> That would be totally uninteresting, couldn't tell it from the E420.
> How about a 240D 4.2?
Well at least we would be able to drive an E320/4.2 around, un
Craig wrote:
On Tue, 5 Feb 2013 22:56:11 -0500 dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote:
The m119 has racing provenance too:)
I didn't know that. With its dual distributors, both on the front of the
cam housing and driven by camshafts, among other things, I can see how it
would have.
And, no, I don't want
http://biertijd.com/mediaplayer/?itemid=19448
Were you flying that big plane, Wilton?
Gerry
"We all remember Tom Cruise in the Movie " TOP GUN" when he makes a low pass
near the control tower and causes an officer to spill coffee down his shirt.
Well here are short clips of the top 10 low pass f
Way cool!
Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL
'98 ML320 "Max" (161,xxx mi)
On 2/5/2013 10:37 PM, Gerry Archer wrote:
http://biertijd.com/mediaplayer/?itemid=19448
Were you flying that big plane, Wilton?
Gerry
"We all remember Tom Cruise in the Movie " TOP GUN" when he makes a low
pass
near the
http://biertijd.com/mediaplayer/?itemid=19448
Were you flying that big plane, Wilton?
Gerry
"We all remember Tom Cruise in the Movie " TOP GUN" when he makes a low pass
near the control tower and causes an officer to spill coffee down his shirt.
Well here are short clips of the top 10 low pass f
On Tue, 5 Feb 2013 22:56:11 -0500 dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote:
> The m119 has racing provenance too:)
I didn't know that. With its dual distributors, both on the front of the
cam housing and driven by camshafts, among other things, I can see how it
would have.
And, no, I don't want to use the eng
The m119 has racing provenance too:)
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 5, 2013, at 10:44 PM, Craig wrote:
> On Tue, 5 Feb 2013 21:41:32 -0500 dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote:
>
>> And the M119 engine is supposed to be awesome!
>
> It is. Quiet, powerful; loafs along at freeway speeds.
>
> But in a W124,
On Tue, 5 Feb 2013 21:41:32 -0500 dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote:
> And the M119 engine is supposed to be awesome!
It is. Quiet, powerful; loafs along at freeway speeds.
But in a W124, as in our '94 E420, it's hard to work on.
Craig
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http://www.okiebenz.com
Something was added into those links. Try this.
Go to: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/oak-park-nicor and use Chicago
voting rules, vote early and often
More details here: http://www.westcookymca.org/index.php?q=node/953
Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL
'98 ML320 "Max" (159,xxx mi)
On 2/5/2
And the M119 engine is supposed to be awesome!
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 5, 2013, at 8:31 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
> Going to replace the thermostat this weekend. The Q just informed me that
> the yellow coolant is no longer used by MB - just the new blue stuff. Looks
> like a flush and fill i
York compressors are less likely to die from a poorly done 134a conversion
because they have a sump with oil in it.
-Curt
Date: Mon, 4 Feb 2013 23:23:17 -0500
From: dsereta...@yahoo.com
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] nice article BUT
Message-ID:
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Man that car is a pos. as fad as coolant just use the Zerex g05 it's still
clear.
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 5, 2013, at 7:31 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
> Going to replace the thermostat this weekend. The Q just informed me that
> the yellow coolant is no longer used by MB - just the new blue stu
My dealer informed me that they are in fact compatible.
Jaime
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 8:31 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
> Going to replace the thermostat this weekend. The Q just informed me that
> the yellow coolant is no longer used by MB - just the new blue stuff. Looks
> like a flush and fill is
Going to replace the thermostat this weekend. The Q just informed me that the
yellow coolant is no longer used by MB - just the new blue stuff. Looks like a
flush and fill is going to be the order of the day, as I understand the two are
not compatible.
Any caveats to be aware of when draining/
Its easy, just take everything apart and clean it piece by piece :-)
I had done a valve job on this car when I bought it and went through
everything carefully. I replaced lots of little bits, and cleaned
everything as I went along. The valve cover was done with a soft abrasive
wheel of some kin
The valve cover looks anodized but with a lot of embedded "dirt" that
doesn't come off with parts cleaner. Next time I have the valve cover off
I'll try yours and Jamies technique.
Know what you mean about anodized trim. It was the same situation back when
nearly everyone had aluminum frame wi
Nope. But one of the previous owners put a faux Euro license plate on the
front, or a legit one that has the badges torn off (which is a requirement when
they expire, I believe.)
Dan
Sent from my iPad
On Feb 5, 2013, at 3:33 PM, "Gerry Archer" wrote:
> Dan wrote:
>> There were two versions,
That's the one.
Gerry
From: "Hendrik and fay"
Are you talking about the Euro delivery badge?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-BENZ-EUROPEAN-DELIVERY-PROGRAM-STUTTGART-GERMANY-GRILL-BADGE-EMBLEM-MG-/300734620649?pt=UK_Car_Parts_Vehicles_Automobila_ET&hash=item46052e23e9
Technically I suppose it
Anodized aluminum such as what MB used for window moulding is notoriously
difficult, almost impossible, to shine up once the finish has started to
oxidize.
There used to be a trick where you cleaned it as well as possible then put a
clear finish on it. It actually looked pretty decent, but ther
> Max Dillon wrote:
> Accidentally left an interior light on in my E300 over the
> weekend, Monday morning no crank no start.
>
> Tried jumping with boat battery which is wintering in the
> garage, but no joy.
>
> Used SWMBO's car; my lovely assistant had to hold the idle
> speed above 2k rpm,
- Original Message -
From: "Tim C"
Just to be sure, we're voting for "West Cook YMCA", right?
Sorry to be dense, I'd hate to push the wrong button. :) How long does the
contest run?
Thanks,
-Tim
On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 11:03 PM, Benz Hogs
wrote:
Hey all, in the past others have asked
Thanks, Jamie, but I was looking for some sort of cleaner that would shine
up the anodized aluminum as well as the less shiny parts.
Gerry
From: "Jaime Kopchinski"
Its easy, just take everything apart and clean it piece by piece :-)
I had done a valve job on this car when I bought it and went
Tried that this morning, Hendrik, and it worked fine; but when I drove to
the store it tried to mate with a 450SL. Took two wreckers to get it down
and the SL owner was very upset.
Gerry
From: "Hendrik and fay"
Dog slobber is the go.
Hendrik
who is going to get in trouble
On 05/02/13 14:09,
Are you talking about the Euro delivery badge?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MERCEDES-BENZ-EUROPEAN-DELIVERY-PROGRAM-STUTTGART-GERMANY-GRILL-BADGE-EMBLEM-MG-/300734620649?pt=UK_Car_Parts_Vehicles_Automobila_ET&hash=item46052e23e9
Technically I suppose it is only supposed to be for cars picked up at
the
Accidentally left an interior light on in my E300 over the weekend, Monday
morning no crank no start.
Tried jumping with boat battery which is wintering in the garage, but no joy.
Used SWMBO's car; my lovely assistant had to hold the idle speed above 2k rpm,
and then my cheapo Hazard Fraught
I'm testing Andrew's sense of humor, but he's probably filtering all my posts
straight into the deleted folder...
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20
Jon Agne wrote:
>Had me going on that one!
>
>On Feb 5, 2013, at 4:24 PM, Max Dillon wrote:
>
>> Don't believe anyt
Second the motion!
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20
OK Don wrote:
>ANOTHER ONE FOR THE QUOTES PAGE!
>
>On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 6:47 AM, Gerry Archer
>wrote:
>
>>
>> The U.S. should learn a lesson from this. It needs to outlaw
>softdrinks
>> and replace them with be
Prices sound fair to high. Beware the frame preparation work. All old sealant
must be removed, any rust needs to be remediated, and a really high quality
metal primer/paint applied to the frame to prevent future rust which will crack
the windshield.
Going cheap is the most expensive route! M
Had me going on that one!
On Feb 5, 2013, at 4:24 PM, Max Dillon wrote:
> Don't believe anything from the mainstream media, talk radio is the only
> reliable source! ;)
> --
> Max Dillon
> Charleston SC
> '95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20
>
> Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
>
>> What about Hanko
Dan wrote:
There were two versions, too. A "Mercedes-Benz Product" (or something to
that effect) and a "Gottlieb Daimler" one.
If you look closely, there is a part number on the sticker. You can order
them from the Q, as I am doing. The car isn't complete without one in my
mind.
Do you have a
Don't believe anything from the mainstream media, talk radio is the only
reliable source! ;)
--
Max Dillon
Charleston SC
'95 E300, '87 300TD, '73 Balboa 20
Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
>What about Hankook? Never heard of them until recently and they are
>advertised all over the mainsteram media.
> > > dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote:
> > >
> > > I thought the Yorks were pretty bulletproof.
> > Curt wrote:
> >
> > Powerful too and don't suffer with a 134a conversion as bad.
> dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote:
> Which doesn't suffer from a 134a conversion?
I think Curt was saying the York better m
I don't mind dense questions :) Yes, please, West Cook YMCA. The
competition runs through the end of the week, I believe. Clear your
cookies and vote again! :)
Luther KB5QHUForest Park, IL
'98 ML320 "Max" (161,xxx mi)
On 2/5/2013 9:17 AM, Tim C wrote:
Just to be sure, we're voting for
Unfortunately, I wouldn't expect my insurer to do anything since the vehicle
was acquired with a "pre-existing" condition.
For that matter, I wouldn't even ask.
I have had windshields replaced for the same reason when I was with State Farm.
It's that or the "credit card test".
Dan
On Feb 5, 2
Evidently, you can get that stuff by the barrel; I've seen 'em back up a van
hauling several barrels of it to the "This Old House" crew on TV. ;<)
Wilton
- Original Message -
From: "OK Don"
To: "Mercedes Discussion List"
Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2013 1:14 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] O
Yes, the essential ingredient is elbow grease!
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 8:12 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote:
> The problem with all these great products is that they require copious
> amounts of EFFORT and TIME to work properly.
>
--
OK Don
2001 ML320
2012 Passat TDI DSG
1997 Plymouth Grand Voyager
My original was badly pitted/sandblasted; new one (PPG) since '97 still has
no pits; lucky so far, I guess.
Wilton
- Original Message -
From: "Craig"
To:
Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2013 12:41 PM
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Tire Opinions
On Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:34:00 -0500 Dan Penoff wrot
ANOTHER ONE FOR THE QUOTES PAGE!
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 6:47 AM, Gerry Archer wrote:
>
> The U.S. should learn a lesson from this. It needs to outlaw softdrinks
> and replace them with beer.
> Gerry
>
>
--
OK Don
2001 ML320
2012 Passat TDI DSG
1957 C182A
__
My insurance co., USAA, knew it was "sandblasted;" 'replaced it based on
"unsafe condition" with glare, etc.; it really was bad/annoying at night, in
rain, etc.
Wilton
- Original Message -
From: "Dan Penoff"
To: "Mercedes Discussion List"
Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2013 12:34 PM
S
On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 11:04 PM, Craig wrote:
> On Mon, 4 Feb 2013 22:44:03 -0600 OK Don wrote:
>
> > On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 10:07 PM, Craig wrote:
> >
> > > I understand that with all the mass of the engine rotating, it had a
> > > pronounced gyroscope effect which made flying the plane "inter
On Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:34:00 -0500 Dan Penoff wrote:
> I have often wondered why nearly every MB I have owned over the years
> had the "sandblasted" wear. I don't ever recall seeing this on a
> domestic car, but then again, I haven't owned a domestic car that was
> as old as one of the Benz'.
>
Everyone needs to know that the old style white labels are no longer
available from Mercedes. They substitute it with the new style clear one. I
put one on my E320 and I actually like it better than the white one. It
takes a little getting used to it.
Rusty Cullens
buyMBparts, Inc.
6755 Peachtree
I have often wondered why nearly every MB I have owned over the years had the
"sandblasted" wear. I don't ever recall seeing this on a domestic car, but
then again, I haven't owned a domestic car that was as old as one of the Benz'.
The S500 is bad enough that headlight or sunlight at the right
Actually it has a crack in the passenger side but is otherwise good. I
never drove from the passenger seat so it didn't obstruct visibility, but I
would have replaced it if I knew I could have gotten the sticker - I was
expecting the SDL to be the "good" car.
Of course for it to be that car I act
'Been wondering why I've been so depressed since my windshield replacement
in '97 - no signature decal! Maybe Q'll take pity on me some day and send
me one. ;<)
Wilton
- Original Message -
From: "Dan Penoff"
To: "Mercedes Discussion List"
Sent: Tuesday, February 05, 2013 11:57 A
I don't understand the $2500 versus the $5500, from the same seller. From
the specs they look pretty much the same? Or else I missed something.
Is the $2500 white one Rolf's old TD, BTW?
Best,
-Tim
On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 6:20 PM, Rick Hawkins Java wrote:
> on atlanta CL
>
> http://atlanta.cr
If your windshield is pitted, etc., or needs changing for whatever reason,
please change it and enjoy a crystal clear and much more enjoyable view of
the star and the rest of the world out there - you won't regret it. My
350SDL's windshield was pitted when I got it in '95; delayed replacement f
Yup.
There were two versions, too. A "Mercedes-Benz Product" (or something to that
effect) and a "Gottlieb Daimler" one.
If you look closely, there is a part number on the sticker. You can order them
from the Q, as I am doing.
The car isn't complete without one in my mind.
Dan
On Feb 5, 2013
On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 10:19 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
> Gotta order my G. Daimler signature sticker from the Q.
>
Wait, you can order those? I never replaced the windshield in the SDL
because I didn't want to lose the sticker.
Surprised I never thought to ask, honestly. :)
Best,
-Tim
___
Just to be sure, we're voting for "West Cook YMCA", right?
Sorry to be dense, I'd hate to push the wrong button. :) How long does the
contest run?
Thanks,
-Tim
On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 11:03 PM, Benz Hogs wrote:
> Hey all, in the past others have asked for competition votes and done well
> with
The 303 stuff is really good, and does a great job on vinyl and other surfaces.
It's popular in the marine community because of the UV protection.
It is pricey, I think around $15 a bottle the last time I bought some, but it
lasts a while so I haven't had a problem with the cost.
Dan
On Feb 5,
The problem with all these great products is that they require copious
amounts of EFFORT and TIME to work properly.
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 7:53 AM, Gerry Archer wrote:
> Got it! I'll get some from West Marine today; thanks to you and Craig.
> Gerry
> PS: My pristine '83 240D is still shining li
What about Hankook? Never heard of them until recently and they are
advertised all over the mainsteram media. Not the cheapest tire for
my size (195X70X14) but pretty darn close.
On Tue, Feb 5, 2013 at 12:10 AM, Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
> I have one of those. If I can find it it
Haha no
Sent from my iPhone
On Feb 4, 2013, at 8:12 PM, "Gerry Archer" wrote:
> Does it work this way on your GL320cdi, Kaleb?
> Gerry
>
>> On Sun, 3 Feb 2013 18:19:20 -0600 Dieselhead <126die...@gmail.com> wrote:
>>> I think the first set is what you want. How many times does the light
>>>
Its easy, just take everything apart and clean it piece by piece :-)
I had done a valve job on this car when I bought it and went through
everything carefully. I replaced lots of little bits, and cleaned
everything as I went along. The valve cover was done with a soft abrasive
wheel of some kind
From a Mercedes list:
"My friend who owned one of the oldest stealerships in the country
(imported by Studybakker back then) was in Stuttgart during labor
negotiations one year in the mid 80s. The negotiations droned on and on
until the company told the union that they would agree to the dem
Got it! I'll get some from West Marine today; thanks to you and Craig.
Gerry
PS: My pristine '83 240D is still shining like a new one thanks to 3M Show
Car
From: "Dan Penoff"
OMG! Don't use armor all!
Best stuff you can use is a product sold in boating stores like West
Marine called 303 Pr
Lexol cleaner and conditioner are classic products and work just fine too.
On Mon, Feb 4, 2013 at 10:43 PM, Dan Penoff wrote:
> You can use saddle soap or probably find a product called Lexol that is
> cheaper than Leatherique and would probably do the job.
>
> What can I say? I'm a Leatherique
Dog slobber is the go.
Hendrik
who is going to get in trouble
On 05/02/13 14:09, Gerry Archer wrote:
What do you use to get your engines so shiny-bright, Jamie? Others?
I used steam cleaners when they were around years ago but haven't
found anything halfway as good since then.
Gerry
_
Apparently dog slobber works really well.
Hendrik
who loves his dogs
On 05/02/13 14:06, Cranky Craig wrote:
On Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:26:08 -0500 Dan Penoff wrote:
Prestine Clean by Leatherique. You can get it from the Q.
Leatherique is the most kick-ass leather cleaning/maintaining stuff you
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