Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Chris James wrote: A 1994 Mercedes-Benz S350D I found on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/321146781394 Im open to driving anywhere in the US if you cover expenses Nice color combo additional options include front heated seats ASD! Shame about the phone mount, but that's fixable. Wish I

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Alex Chamberlain wrote: Or will there always be some out there, like Wilton's 350SDL, that just don't show the symptoms and will always be an unknown quantity? I thought Wilton's 350 had a valve job, milled head, and new head gasket? Or is that Walt Lasher? No, I think Walt has a crate

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Hans Neureiter
Have a 01 New Beetle 1.9L TDI. Can't hear the turbo. TB replacement ran ~ $ 800. It included water pump,thermostat. serpentine belt and tensioner idlers. On Sat, Jun 22, 2013 at 4:07 PM, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Rats, more research seems to indicate its a failing turbo, sounds

Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay

2013-06-23 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Wonder what model year it is. On Jun 23, 2013 6:47 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Chris James wrote: A 1994 Mercedes-Benz S350D I found on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/**ebaymotors/321146781394http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/321146781394 Im open to driving anywhere in the US if you

Re: [MBZ] not mine 300td

2013-06-23 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
Not for me. I only have blue interiors. Btw, if anyone needs decent 123 door panels let me know offlist. Palomino and blue plus some v nice rear panels for a 300td wagon. On Jun 22, 2013 2:41 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Rick Hawkins Java wrote: looks like a deal

Re: [MBZ] MPG

2013-06-23 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I sold the R26 in 1967.,, On Jun 22, 2013 10:34 AM, Michael Canfield slozuk...@gmail.com wrote: Suzuki DR650it's the w123 of bikes with a touch of G-wagen blended in. Mike On Jun 21, 2013 9:09 PM, ernest breakfield erne...@backyardengineering.org wrote: we've been looking at

Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 00:13:06 -0400 Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com wrote: A 1994 Mercedes-Benz S350D I found on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/321146781394 Im open to driving anywhere in the US if you cover expenses Nice color combo additional options include front heated seats ASD!

Re: [MBZ] not mine 300td

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Not for me. I only have blue interiors. But when you wanted a 1985 wagon drivetrain, would you have paid $850 for two of them? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Craig wrote: Is this a rod bender? Depends on how original it is. If you could get the data sheet for it and compare the engine number, or get the MBUSA service history from a dealer, you might find out the engine has been swapped out already. Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Timing chain in mine broke at 79 kmi. Replaced chain, chain guides, several valves and lifters, head gasket and lots of stuff I don't remember. Milled head. Walt's has crate engine from Mercedes. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Yes, unless the engine's been replaced a la Walt's. Wilton - Original Message - From: Craig diese...@pisquared.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 9:58 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 00:13:06 -0400 Chris

Re: [MBZ] Nice S350D on eBay

2013-06-23 Thread Dieselhead
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 00:13:06 -0400 Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com wrote: A 1994 Mercedes-Benz S350D I found on eBay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/321146781394 Im open to driving anywhere in the US if you cover expenses Nice color combo additional options include front heated seats ASD!

[MBZ] Rod bender repairs [was: Re: Any TDI folks here?}

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 10:30:25 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Timing chain in mine broke at 79 kmi. Replaced chain, chain guides, several valves and lifters, head gasket and lots of stuff I don't remember. Milled head. Walt's has crate engine from Mercedes. I suppose that since it was

[MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Curt Raymond
Theres a reason I specifically want a TDI, I commute 56 miles each way to work. A big gasser sedan isn't going to cut it... -Curt Date: Sat, 22 Jun 2013 21:15:59 -0400 From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Curt Raymond wrote: Theres a reason I specifically want a TDI, I commute 56 miles each way to work. A big gasser sedan isn't going to cut it... What about this one? Oooh, Aspen Green over Saddle leather, my favorite! I bet clay would be all over this one if it were in Seattle.

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs [was: Re: Any TDI folks here?}

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Your supposition is wrong. MB paid half cost of parts, and they held the price list, so you know how that went, don't you? I paid $2800. Wilton - Original Message - From: Craig diese...@pisquared.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs [was: Re: Any TDI folks here?}

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
WILTON wrote: Your supposition is wrong. MB paid half cost of parts, and they held the price list, so you know how that went, don't you? I paid $2800. And this was one of the admittedly (MBUSA did admit it, right?) defective timing chains from the early 1990s. Mitch.

[MBZ] VW 2004 TDI wagon tail light bulb replacement

2013-06-23 Thread Rick Hawkins Java
Folks, A friend just purchased a 2004 tdi wagon from some dealer for, i think, about $8000 which doesn't sound like all that good a price to me. He brought it by yesterday evening and i drove it around the block, so to speak, including about a mile of freeway. It's auto and i was

Re: [MBZ] MPG

2013-06-23 Thread Michael Canfield
Nice! Mike On Jun 22, 2013 7:24 PM, Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Mike wrote: Suzuki DR650it's the w123 of bikes with a touch of G-wagen blended in. My son drives a w123 and just sold his DR650 to a guy that is going to ride it to South America. mao

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Curt Raymond
Theres a video on Youtube covering the TB replacement on a '98, it looks like about a 2 hour job but needs a few special tools. The water pump is probably another hour or so. I found the TB with tensioner etc for about $150, figure another $100 for water pump while you're there, not a bad day

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread OK Don
Another vote for only new in VWs, used in MBs. I would not have bought a used VW - and could not afford a new MB, so have the (was) new VW. I don't hear the turbo at all in the 2012 TDI - run, don't walk from that Jetta. On Sat, Jun 22, 2013 at 7:31 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: clay

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs [was: Re: Any TDI folks here?}

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
MBUSA denied any and everything. 'Claimed poor maintenance, though I had history of all proper maintenance, oil changes, etc., done at stealer's prior to my purchase at 69/70 kmi. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Mitch Haley wrote: What about this one? Oooh, Aspen Green over Saddle leather, my favorite! I bet clay would be all over this one if it were in Seattle. http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?listingId=344895354 For the sake of round numbers, let us assume you will

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Curt Raymond
EPA says 23/31. In a Jetta that'd be a 2002/2003 and EPA 35/44 and I could get a manual transmission which I prefer on principle. -Curt Date: Sun, 23 Jun 2013 11:55:20 -0400 From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: 

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Curt Raymond wrote: EPA says 23/31. In a Jetta that'd be a 2002/2003 and EPA 35/44 and I could get a manual transmission which I prefer on principle. Anybody with turbo 606 experience want to comment? I was under the impression that it could at least equal a W124 2.5 turbo on the freeway.

Re: [MBZ] ASR Question

2013-06-23 Thread William
The ASD on my 95 diesel does that from time to time. I have pulled up to a traffic light with it on switched the car off then restarted it and the crazy light stays off. I figure some ~20 year old sensor isn't reading right. I've tested the function right after restart with no issue, it

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread William Jackson
Anyone have any experience with Pelican Parts or German Auto Parts. Both are advertising good prices but I don't know much about the companies? William -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Monday, June 10, 2013 4:43 PM

[MBZ] Posts

2013-06-23 Thread William
I sent in a post yesterday and haven't seen it come through. Did I do something wrong?? William J Have a good day!! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] rubber rings?

2013-06-23 Thread William
I doubt you can get them from a parts store but, if you know the size you can get them from a business that repairs hydraulic cylinders. As a matter of fact I was able to re-seal the fuel shut off valve on my 95 diesel for a whopping $1.13 WITH VITON rings. That only saved $120 something

Re: [MBZ] Source of new parts

2013-06-23 Thread William
Ok, you have my attention. William J Have a good day!! On Jun 18, 2013, at 8:42 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Stay tuned, but okiebenz.com might start selling new parts pretty soon. It will be a way to pay for the list. Stay tuned. Sent from my iPhone

[MBZ] Test

2013-06-23 Thread William
Test William J Have a good day!! ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Cyclical vibration

2013-06-23 Thread DC Nichols
Hi all, new member here and new owner of an 84' 300D. Being brand new to these cars I don't have a point of reference. I have a cyclical rumble felt in the seat from about 30mph up. It occurs primarily when engine is under load (accelerating or maintaining speed up a hill). Its about one

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread Chris James
Well, being outside the 4yr/50Kmi warranty.at least they paid something. How disappointing to have that happen though. Looking back, any warning/symptoms before the chain let go? I think the defective chain TSB only covers Jul '92 - Apr '94 built models.

Re: [MBZ] I give up!

2013-06-23 Thread ernest breakfield
what model is the gauge in the picture supposed to be for? because 123 547 27 57 is the same P/N as the one in our '85 (Cal) 300D. since the size of the fuel tanks (and possibly even the final drive ratio) are different, i find it unlikely that they should be the same. seems like you might

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread David Bruckmann
Very important to check that they used NEW stretch bolts whenever they touch the timing belt or water pump because the engine mount is integral to that whole procedure. If not you will find your engine on the GROUND sometime thereafter. Many, many, many reports on tdiclub.com of dealers not

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Chris James wrote: If an original 3.5L OM603 engine has made it 20yrs/150Kmi and currently has no issues, I would think it's safe to assume it not a Rod bender. Many did have issues though (usually just outside of the warranty, IIRC) I'm not sure if a definite answer of why this was occurring

Re: [MBZ] W123 combi gauge difference?

2013-06-23 Thread ernest breakfield
because (for starters) the tanks are different shapes/capacities? (not to mention several years different in design,...) cheers! e On 15/Jun/13 16:11, G. M. Brown wrote: The layout of the connections on the back of what I'll call the W123 combi gauge (temp./fuel/oil pressure) appear to be

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
No. I suggest Gary @ http://www.buyeuroparts.com/ I have placed two orders with him in the last week. Both were priced very competitively and arrived on time and correct as ordered. I received tracking information within 24 hours of placing my order and was not charged until the parts

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Curt Raymond
On a 98 Jetta? I don't see where an engine mount has to be disturbed in the process. Curt Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 1:25 PM, David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: Very important to check that they used NEW stretch bolts whenever they touch the timing belt or

[MBZ] Paranoid Conspiracy (Benz content)

2013-06-23 Thread Rich Thomas
Comment on an exploding Benz http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2346744/Journalist-Michael-Hastings-told-friends-needed-radar-just-hours-died-fiery-car-crash.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread Rich Thomas
Jabba tells me the only rad hoses he can get for the SD are Urotrash, suggests checking them often after installation. There might be some OE(M) available but they are likely older rubber, so whether those would then last any longer than Urotrash is questionable. --R On 6/23/13 1:31 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
'Never heard of chronic timing chain problem 'till it was mentioned on this list today. Wilton - Original Message - From: Chris James c_ja...@gmx.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 1:06 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs Well,

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread David Bruckmann
Maybe not on a 98, but on Hans' 2001 TDI it is definitely involved. On 2013-06-23, at 10:45, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: On a 98 Jetta? I don't see where an engine mount has to be disturbed in the process. Curt Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 1:25 PM, David

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Well, maybe I did, though, 'didn't trust the one replaced at 79 kmi past about 100 kmi; did precautionary replacement at ~185 kmi on the car. Wilton - Original Message - From: WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 1:55

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Brian Toscano
The TB on the '98 is easier. Once you get good a the A4 chassis they can be done pretty quickly but the process is definitely different than on the A3. On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 11:56 AM, David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: Maybe not on a 98, but on Hans' 2001 TDI it is

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
That's what the word was at that time; no talk of bad chains then, though. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 1:25 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs Chris James wrote:

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Same here, Dan. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 1:31 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point No. I suggest Gary @ http://www.buyeuroparts.com/ I have placed

[MBZ] Jaime - Command Unit Source?

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
Jaime, What's the best source for a used Command unit for a 2007 R350? Owner says theirs is dead. Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
WILTON wrote: Well, maybe I did, though, 'didn't trust the one replaced at 79 kmi past about 100 kmi; did precautionary replacement at ~185 kmi on the car. Any idea what the stretch was on it when it was replaced? Found this comment on a '93 300D chain failure:

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
4 degrees seems like a lot of stretch. What's the spec? Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 2:06 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: WILTON wrote: Well, maybe I did, though, 'didn't trust the one replaced at 79 kmi past about 100 kmi; did precautionary replacement at ~185 kmi on the car. Any idea what the

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
I got supposedly Genuine Original Equipment Replacement rad hose from Keenan Motors (MB dealer in PA) few days ago. Wilton - Original Message - From: Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 1:52

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
If it came from Keenan it's OE. Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 2:08 PM, WILTON wrote: I got supposedly Genuine Original Equipment Replacement rad hose from Keenan Motors (MB dealer in PA) few days ago. Wilton ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
WILTON wrote: I got supposedly Genuine Original Equipment Replacement rad hose from Keenan Motors (MB dealer in PA) few days ago. Any obvious date codes on it? When I lost an oil cooler hose on my 1979 300SD, the hose itself was clearly marked 7/79. (it didn't die of old age when it failed

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Dan Penoff wrote: 4 degrees seems like a lot of stretch. What's the spec? I think it's 6° for 61x and 3 or 4° for 60x. I'd be real unhappy if my indy told me it wasn't worth replacing at the factory wear limit. Mitch ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
No. Asked indie to measure it; response when I asked what it was: Oh, I forgot. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 2:06 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs WILTON

Re: [MBZ] Jaime - Command Unit Source?

2013-06-23 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
Hm... 2007 R is Alpine's NTG2 unit. Dealer is probably insane in price. What does dead mean? No response at all? No audio? Could be another component that looks like a head unit problem. The guys at Becker Auto Sound might be able to fix it or have another unit to exchange. Otherwise,

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Indie tried to talk me out of replacing at 105+ kmi on the chain. 'Told 'im, Original broke at 79 kmi; I don't trust it; replace it. Wilton - Original Message - From: Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 2:08 PM

Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Only # on hose is MB A 126 500 0875. Wilton - Original Message - From: Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 2:11 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] My experience -- a datum point WILTON wrote: I got supposedly Genuine

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Curt Raymond
Somebody mentioned how the engine in the Beetle sits up under the windshield. On the Jetta it's pretty well out in the open. Not like a 240D, more like a 190. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 1:56 PM, David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: Maybe not on a 98, but on

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread David Bruckmann
All the 99.5 and later TDIs (Golf, Jetta, Beetle are all on the same platform) have this issue with single-use stretch bolts not being replaced and failing. At 2:48 PM -0400 6/23/13, Curt Raymond wrote: Somebody mentioned how the engine in the Beetle sits up under the windshield. On the Jetta

Re: [MBZ] Cyclical vibration

2013-06-23 Thread OK Don
Welcome to the group! I would suspect the flex disks or carrier bearing even though they only have 80k on them. There are no natural vibes that haven't been dampened by MB - that should be one smooth running car. I used to live in Norman, but the only decent MB wrench that I know has since gone

Re: [MBZ] Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Curt Raymond
Which explains the high cost of his TB replacement vs what I would expect. Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 2:53 PM, David Bruckmann bruckma...@transcontinental.ca wrote: All the 99.5 and later TDIs (Golf, Jetta, Beetle are all on the same platform) have this issue with single-use

Re: [MBZ] Cyclical vibration

2013-06-23 Thread Gerry Archer
It's been my experience that the first thing to check when one has any kind of vibration is tires. Sometimes one can feel a tread separation just by carefully feeling for it on each tire. The next thing is to jack up each end of the car and lay a straight edge on a block close to the tread

Re: [MBZ] Rod bender repairs [was: Re: Any TDI folks here?}

2013-06-23 Thread Scott Ritchey
You know, I love my 126 SD, I loved my 123 TD, and I wouldn't mind having a 124. But I'm not sure I'd have a new MBZ, even for free. IMO, reputation was (and WAS is the operative word here) Mercedes' strongest asset. One story like this overrides hundreds of positive reports. Major engine

[MBZ] Random orbit polisher/waxer

2013-06-23 Thread G. M. Brown
Some of you responded awhile back regarding my post inquiring about a random orbit polisher/waxer as I've been getting tired of waxing my cars by hand. I ended up going cheap (Harbor Freight Chicago 10 Random Orbit Polisher/Waxer, Model 43424) and I'll be returning it tomorrow for a

Re: [MBZ] Random orbit polisher/waxer

2013-06-23 Thread Rich Thomas
Anything from HF with more than one moving part is likely to fail sooner rather than later. That said, I bought one of their big wet tile saws, and was quite pleased with it. It took some occasional maintenance but it did very well. And the $20 recip saw is still going strong, surprisingly,

Re: [MBZ] My HorrificTrip...... Charles K. Scruggs

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Instead of wasting all of that money on Scammer Scruggs, send half that to me and let me put it to good use helping to educate a grndson or grndaughter. Wilton - Original Message - From: Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent:

[MBZ] 91 350SDL

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Just started 350SDL with just a touch of the starter after sitting untouched for 2 weeks; drove front wheels up onto some solid, 3-inch thick bricks to improve access under front of the car for lower rad hose replacement; removed hose from bottom of expansion tank and bottom of radiator, and it

Re: [MBZ] not mine 300td

2013-06-23 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
I paid $650 for a drive train from a rusty car I test drove. The po removed the drive train and dropped it to the back of my pickup truck. On Jun 23, 2013 10:25 AM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Not for me. I only have blue interiors. But when you wanted a

Re: [MBZ] VW 2004 TDI wagon tail light bulb replacement

2013-06-23 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 9:20 AM, Rick Hawkins Java macj...@aol.com wrote: Folks, A friend just purchased a 2004 tdi wagon from some dealer for, i think, about $8000 which doesn't sound like all that good a price to me. He brought it by yesterday evening and i drove it around the block, so

Re: [MBZ] Jaime - Command Unit Source?

2013-06-23 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 11:13 AM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.comwrote: Unfortunately, not all of these units are as well supported as the Harman/Becker units after the warranty is over :-) What kind does an '07 E430 or E550 have? How about an '09 C300 4Matic? Alex

[MBZ] OT:: Ain't Misbehavin' P-51 Mustang - for WWII Aircraft Fans

2013-06-23 Thread Scott Ritchey
Don't miss the last few seconds. http://vimeo.com/36034351 Footnote: P-51 was awesome but according to my dad (who flew P-47s in China, mostly air-to-mud) the P-51 engine was water-cooled and the cooling system was quite vulnerable to small-arms ground fire. Baring catastrophe, the P-47s

[MBZ] For Those W116 Lovers Out There...

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
Looks like a really nice example: http://www.benzworld.org/forums/sale-wanted-trade-giveaway/1717176-fs-socal-1977-450sel-3-500-a.html#post5827496 Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT:: Ain't Misbehavin' P-51 Mustang - for WWII Aircraft Fans

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Got yourself another ATTABOY, Scott. Thanks! Wilton - Original Message - From: Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Sunday, June 23, 2013 5:36 PM Subject: [MBZ] OT:: Ain't Misbehavin' P-51 Mustang - for WWII Aircraft Fans Don't

Re: [MBZ] For Those W116 Lovers Out There...

2013-06-23 Thread Chris James
Yes, very nice! Reasonably priced too. I did catch the fact the door inserts are velour though, so the seats have been redone in either Tex or Leather. Don't see too many cars with velour, too bad they didn't try source it. Looks like it's still available (velour upholstery material):

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 12:20:32 -0400 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: For the sake of round numbers, let us assume you will drive the car 2000 miles per month. Let us also assume a TDI will cost 9 cents per gallon for fuel, or 10 cents if automatic transmission. Assume a turbo W210 costs 11

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
Methinks he meant mile, not gallon. Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 6:40 PM, Craig wrote: On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 12:20:32 -0400 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: For the sake of round numbers, let us assume you will drive the car 2000 miles per month. Let us also assume a TDI will cost 9 cents per

Re: [MBZ] Jaime - Command Unit Source?

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
I don't have details at this point. I gave him Ed's number and web address. I really don't want to get sucked into something I have no knowledge of - lots of calories burned without a productive outcome. Thanks, Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 2:13 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: Hm... 2007 R is

Re: [MBZ] 91 350SDL

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 16:44:25 -0400 WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Sure miss my nice, roomy enclosed garage at the house I designed and built 34/35 years ago; moved from there to an old house in town 25 years ago. Now why would you go and do that? Craig

Re: [MBZ] Cyclical vibration

2013-06-23 Thread Jim Cathey
I have a cyclical rumble felt in the seat from about 30mph up. It occurs primarily when engine is under load (accelerating or maintaining speed up a hill). Its about one second on, one off. Driveline frequency, or wheel? The former is about 3x the latter. Has the driveline been

Re: [MBZ] W123 combi gauge difference?

2013-06-23 Thread Jim Cathey
The layout ... W123 combi gauge ... different between a 240D and a 300TD. Anyone know why? Just guessing, but perhaps the advent of the 'economy' gauge (on some models in the line) caused it? Remember that they use a _lot_ of common parts across the line. -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 18:42:47 -0400 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Methinks he meant mile, not gallon. Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 6:40 PM, Craig wrote: $ 0.09 per gallon of fuel???!! 1 mile $ 4.00 x = 38.9 MPG $ 0.09 gallon $ 0.10 / mile = 35.0 MPG $ 0.11

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Alex Chamberlain
On Sun, Jun 23, 2013 at 4:36 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: Will a W210 do 30 MPG? I'd be surprised if the turbo OM606 didn't. The '95 diesel W124 with the NA 606 easily gets 30 mpg, and the 210 chassis has a significantly better Cd than the 124 (which was no slouch in its day).

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Dan Penoff wrote: Methinks he meant mile, not gallon. Yep. Can't believe I did that. If Curt really cares about fuel cost, he could always get a first generation Insight with stick shift. 65-70mpg on 87 octane gasahol. Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
My 210 e300 usually does 32 or so Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 6:36 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 18:42:47 -0400 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Methinks he meant mile, not gallon. Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 6:40 PM, Craig wrote: $ 0.09 per

Re: [MBZ] Jaime - Command Unit Source?

2013-06-23 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
An 07 would be an E550, and it would have Harman Becker NTG1. Although the system shows it age today, its still quite nice. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a car with it. The '09 C would be a more modern NTG4 made by Mitsubishi. I don't have any personal experience with it, but I haven't heard

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Craig wrote: On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 18:42:47 -0400 Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Methinks he meant mile, not gallon. Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 6:40 PM, Craig wrote: $ 0.09 per gallon of fuel???!! 1 mile $ 4.00 x = 38.9 MPG $ 0.09 gallon $ 0.10 / mile = 35.0

Re: [MBZ] For Those W116 Lovers Out There...

2013-06-23 Thread Jaime Kopchinski
Velour was available in some US models as a special order option. Its quite rare. Once upon a time I came across an US 300SD with velour interior: http://images.jaimekop.com/2001_10_03_300SD_Velour/ And more recently a 380SEL and 300D. But I'm never managed to own a car with it. But I've had

Re: [MBZ] Random orbit polisher/waxer

2013-06-23 Thread Mountain Man
--R wrote: Anything from HF with more than one moving part is likely to fail sooner rather than later. Real fukcers don't by shit made by communist under age workers living in communist squalor! We are fukced!! mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and

[MBZ] okiebenz mail is all banned up

2013-06-23 Thread Mountain Man
Posted 9-days ago and just now showing up? And half the other posts today were all posted many days ago. I say okiebenz mail is all banned-up. mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] For Those W116 Lovers Out There...

2013-06-23 Thread Dan Penoff
My 250 LWB had velour that was ordered with the car. Not sure why - it didn't wear well and was difficult to clean. Dan On Jun 23, 2013, at 8:01 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: Velour was available in some US models as a special order option. Its quite rare. Once upon a time I came across

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Mitch Haley
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: My 210 e300 usually does 32 or so 4sp NA or overdrive turbo? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] 91 350SDL

2013-06-23 Thread WILTON
Almost all of SWMBO's and my activities were in town, 12 miles from home. Many times, I'd be at home and had left something I needed in town, or I'd be at home and needed something I'd left in town. Beautiful, Georgian colonial revival house in town came available at very reasonable price -

Re: [MBZ] okiebenz mail is all banned up

2013-06-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Fuck you Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 7:08 PM, Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Posted 9-days ago and just now showing up? And half the other posts today were all posted many days ago. I say okiebenz mail is all banned-up. mao ___

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
5 speed NA Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 7:08 PM, Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: My 210 e300 usually does 32 or so 4sp NA or overdrive turbo? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] OT:: Ain't Misbehavin' P-51 Mustang - for WWII Aircraft Fans

2013-06-23 Thread Mountain Man
Wilton wrote: Got yourself another ATTABOY, Scott. Thanks! Text under the video reads: Take a ride with Billy Strickland in Birmingham, Alabama in his beautiful Mustang... Ya gotta find your relations to this guy and have him take you up? Sounds like your distant relative? mao

Re: [MBZ] okiebenz mail is all banned up

2013-06-23 Thread Mountain Man
Kaleb wrote: Fuck you The owner of okiebenz needs to ban you. Sounds like a dire situation, folks... mao ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Subject: Re: Any TDI folks here?

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 19:57:04 -0400 Mitch Haley m...@voyager.net wrote: On Jun 23, 2013, at 6:40 PM, Craig wrote: $ 0.09 per gallon of fuel???!! 1 mile $ 4.00 x = 38.9 MPG $ 0.09 gallon $ 0.10 / mile = 35.0 MPG $ 0.11 / mile = 31.8 MPG

Re: [MBZ] okiebenz mail is all banned up

2013-06-23 Thread Craig
On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 19:31:21 -0500 Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: The owner of okiebenz needs to ban you. Sounds like a dire situation, folks... mao And this is not Banned. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] okiebenz mail is all banned up

2013-06-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Oops. I blame Mao, why in the world would he put banned in the subject, geez Sent from my iPhone On Jun 23, 2013, at 7:45 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Sun, 23 Jun 2013 19:31:21 -0500 Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: The owner of okiebenz needs to ban you. Sounds

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