Re: [MBZ] RIP Frankenheap

Wow! Never realized there was that much to a trumpet / cornet. Always though it was just 3 or 4 little buttons to make flats and sharps and the musician puckered up for the rest. Good luck on the trunk. Gerry On 3/9/2014 10:48 PM, Jim Cathey wrote: So today I sat in as 3rd trumpet on a con

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

I went through our local pick & pull recently and came across a W140 S320 which had a Becker head unit someone had tried to remove - looked like that used a crowbar - it looks like all that kind of stereo equipment of any value was destroyed trying to remove it. The trunk boxes were equally dam

Re: [MBZ] RIP Frankenheap

so, it all went smooth? _ Sorry about all the rotten things happening ;-) That horn with the marble sounds like a lost cause - perhaps it was the butt of a few high school jokes? Better luck during the solo - I played [poorly] a Conn cornet many years ago. I remember the girl in the 1st cha

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

On Sun, 09 Mar 2014 21:55:13 -0400 Dan Penoff wrote: > In both my W140 and R129, it's on the top windshield frame between the > driver's sunvisor and the rear view mirror. That's a good place to have it. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list arc

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

This may help http://www.benzshops.com/search?q=Westchester+County However the KE-jet system was used in other cars, so a good Bosch service centre may be the go. Overall the system is not that complicated but diagnoses is easier with the right tools and knowledge. There are flow charts out ther

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Many of these aftermarket units have adjustable front-panel color schemes. Or is blue now just 'too cool' to avoid? I hate blue lights. Anywhere. It's the antithesis of night-vision-friendly, and is impossible to focus on. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] RIP Frankenheap

So today I sat in as 3rd trumpet on a concert my wife was playing. Unpaid, volunteer gig. I have a tux, and don't charge, so even though I kinda suck I still get asked to dance once in awhile... _Anyway_, there I am, in my tux in the parking lot going to swap one trumpet for another, as I had t

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

I can assure you I'll never be happy with the aesthetics of this radio, however, life is full of compromises, and this is one I'm willing to make to gain the more modern features. I'm not getting rid of the Becker, I can tell you that Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 10:38 PM, Tim Crone wrote: > On

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

On Mar 9, 2014 4:00 PM, "Dan Penoff" wrote: > > I can deal with the aesthetics, Wow. I never saw -that- coming. Best, Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: h

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

In both my W140 and R129, it's on the top windshield frame between the driver's sunvisor and the rear view mirror. Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 9:40 PM, Craig wrote: > On Sun, 09 Mar 2014 21:20:35 -0400 Dan Penoff wrote: > >> For what little time I've used it so far, I'm very pleased, especially >

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

On Sun, 09 Mar 2014 21:20:35 -0400 Dan Penoff wrote: > For what little time I've used it so far, I'm very pleased, especially > with being able to use the stock cell phone microphone. Where is the stock cell phone microphone located? Craig ___ http://www.ok

Re: [MBZ] OM603 head immersion test

I bought one of those when I had to replace a muffler under a '92 300E. I worked great, and continues to do so years later. It's well worth the $20. On Sun, Mar 9, 2014 at 7:20 PM, Mitch Haley wrote: > > On sale for $20: > > http://www.harborfreight.com/6-amp-reciprocating-saw-with- > rotating-

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

For what little time I've used it so far, I'm very pleased, especially with being able to use the stock cell phone microphone. Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 8:53 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: > If you're going to go aftermarket, Blaupunkt is definitely the way to go. > Since the supply of Becker afterma

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

I always use a sealant on old engines, figuring that there's a chance that the front case is warped a bit. It only hurts when you go to replace the pump again - hopefully that will be someone else's problem by then . . . On Sun, Mar 9, 2014 at 3:48 PM, Max Dillon wrote: > Regarding the gasket, f

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Jaime, What about the Nakamichi’s? On Mar 9, 2014, at 8:53 PM, Jaime Kopchinski wrote: > If you're going to go aftermarket, Blaupunkt is definitely the way to go. > Since the supply of Becker aftermarket has pretty much dried up, there > aren't too many choices left. > > Jaime > > > > On S

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

If you're going to go aftermarket, Blaupunkt is definitely the way to go. Since the supply of Becker aftermarket has pretty much dried up, there aren't too many choices left. Jaime On Sun, Mar 9, 2014 at 4:00 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > I hate aftermarket units in MBs, too, but after having one

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Dunno. I checked their we site but they list pretty much everything but that for the tuner. I can tell you it's better than the Becker's. Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 7:48 PM, Max Dillon wrote: > What is the FM sensitivity? (In dB) > > Crutchfield lists for $149, but out of stock. > -- > Max Di

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

Mat is in Maine, I believe. Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 9:36 PM, Dieselhead wrote: > Star Motors, Binghamton, NYBest in the state. > > Where is Mathieu Cama? Isn't he around NY somewhere? Mathieu would be > excellent too. > >> >> >> >> Anyone know a good mechanic who works on older Merc

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

Star Motors, Binghamton, NYBest in the state. Where is Mathieu Cama? Isn't he around NY somewhere? Mathieu would be excellent too. Anyone know a good mechanic who works on older Mercedes with Bosch mechanical fuel injections? I live in Westchester County (Hawthorne New York 10532

Re: [MBZ] OM603 head immersion test

Max Dillon wrote: Thanks for the idea, my jig saw is currently out of commission, but your correct that it would be a much cleaner and controlled cut. Have to see about repairing that saw... On sale for $20: http://www.harborfreight.com/6-amp-reciprocating-saw-with-rotating-handle-65570.htm

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

I know someone in MBCA in New York, will ask for mechanic recommendation. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

No very clear no change in level. The original owner had records that the headgasket was changed at 73K by Mercedes, not to say it couldn't happen again. Thanks for the input! -Original Message- From: Max Dillon To: Mercedes Discussion List Sent: Sun, Mar 9, 2014 7:37 pm Subject:

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

What is the FM sensitivity? (In dB) Crutchfield lists for $149, but out of stock. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

Coolant level? Oil milky looking? Blown head gasket? -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/

Re: [MBZ] A brace of rodbenders

'Spose there's a good engine between 'em? Wilt - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas" To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, March 09, 2014 3:15 PM Subject: [MBZ] A brace of rodbenders https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/4352337375.html --R ___

Re: [MBZ] 1990 MB 300E - Replaced Fuel Distributor - Running rough...help needed again!

I parked the car away in the garage for the winter since putting back the old fuel distributor in January. Weather is nice in the northeast so I decided to take the car out and give it another try. The car runs rough and there is still excessive while smoke. I rtealize the issue is beyond my

Re: [MBZ] Hey Max Mama called

Between the clear coat issue, the potential rocker panel rust and mileage, they're asking a bit high, if you ask me. 1984 is by far the best year for the 380SL, maybe as good as 1983, but that's a $2500-$3500 car in my opinion. Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 4:34 PM, Max Dillon wrote: > Looks pretty

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

Regarding the gasket, follow the factory service manual. Usually they don't require sealant. 1 gallon of coolant is sufficient, make up the rest with tap water. -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] A brace of rodbenders

A steal at half the price! On March 9, 2014 3:15:36 PM EDT, Rich Thomas wrote: >https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/4352337375.html > >- -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Hey Max Mama called

Looks pretty decent, but the mention of rust off-puts me. I'll bet that hood clear-coat issue would buff right out... Much better car than the "red folly" I posted last week. On March 9, 2014 3:13:30 PM EDT, Rich Thomas wrote: >and said to go get this for her > >https://charleston.craigslist.

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

Thanks - it's probably not a big deal to pull the radiator and once that's out the alt and WP should be easy.. What about gasket sealant? I suspect it's never been apart & I don't think the factory used sealant... Also, about how much new coolant should I have on hand? 1 gal? 2 G? Thanks

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

Second that. Seems like too much effort, but will give you all the room you need. Caveat: haven't done a water pump on a OM60x, but I have on a OM617. Tried to get by leaving the radiator in place, ended up removing it. On March 9, 2014 3:05:27 PM EDT, clay wrote: >You can probably slither a

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

When you say it's a "head unit" - is that in the sense the w124s are head units with the tuner and amp in the trunk? Just curious -- my OEM head unit is starting to do funny things (funny as in strange, not haha) ;-) but I doubt its a head unit in the purest sense? Always looking for alternat

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

No, but neither will any other aftermarket head units that I know of. I never use the CD changer as it is, and the one in my R129 doesn't work anyway. Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 4:13 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > Will it operated the trunk cd changer? > > Sent from my iPhone >

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Will it operated the trunk cd changer? Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 9, 2014, at 3:00 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > > I hate aftermarket units in MBs, too, but after having one for a short time > when I got the car I was spoiled with the iPod and phone integration. I can > deal with the aesthetics

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

i hear AZ sells the same thing for 59 bucks and calls it "sanyo" for some odd reason On Sun, Mar 9, 2014 at 4:00 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > I hate aftermarket units in MBs, too, but after having one for a short > time when I got the car I was spoiled with the iPod and phone integration. > I can d

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

I hate aftermarket units in MBs, too, but after having one for a short time when I got the car I was spoiled with the iPod and phone integration. I can deal with the aesthetics, but I wouldn't go with anything that didn't sound as good or better than the stock Becker. I had my recently rebuilt

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

he's pissed off at jaime. that's why! On Sun, Mar 9, 2014 at 3:41 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > Why did you replace the factory unit? I hate aftermarket units in a mb > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Mar 9, 2014, at 2:12 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > > > > Yes. > > > > Here is a link to the Amazon

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Why did you replace the factory unit? I hate aftermarket units in a mb Sent from my iPhone > On Mar 9, 2014, at 2:12 PM, Dan Penoff wrote: > > Yes. > > Here is a link to the Amazon listing for it: > > http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FYFBVG/ref=oh_details_o00_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 > > Da

[MBZ] A brace of rodbenders

https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/4352337375.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Hey Max Mama called

and said to go get this for her https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/4362000418.html --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Yes. Here is a link to the Amazon listing for it: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008FYFBVG/ref=oh_details_o00_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 2:56 PM, Max Dillon wrote: > Is volume a dial control? > -- > Max Dillon > Charleston, SC > > _

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

R129 (1997 SL500). Dan On Mar 9, 2014, at 1:23 PM, Larry T wrote: > What MB was this installed in? > > Sincerely, > Larry > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

Re: [MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

You can probably slither around to get access, but taking the stuff out will allow you much better reach and ability to wrench. clay On Mar 9, 2014, at 10:34 AM, Larry T wrote: > Howdy - >I need to replace my water pump as it's leaking and starting to squeak. i > read the WSM Procedure

[MBZ] Mercedes watch

*Two topics in one!* Mercedes-Benz Pebble smartwatch Wearable tech was one of the hottest trends at CES 2014, and Mercedes-Benz was among the companies showing off gadgets for the body in the form of a Pebble smartwatch

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

Is volume a dial control? -- Max Dillon Charleston, SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Water Pump R&R 602-962 engine

Howdy - I need to replace my water pump as it's leaking and starting to squeak. i read the WSM Procedure but ir seems they may be doing more than is needed - if someone who has done this on a 91 300D 602-962 engine, I'd really like to hear from you. The WSM called for removing the ra

Re: [MBZ] Becker Replacement

What MB was this installed in? Sincerely, Larry On 3/9/2014 9:47 AM, Dan Penoff wrote: Bought a Blaupunkt "Toronto" on Thursday for my last Amazon Prime item before my free membership expired. Saw a bunch of people over at Benzworld who had them and were pleased. The Blau was $169.99 shippe

Re: [MBZ] Rear brake lines

No,I ended up using some high-end wireless electrical connector crimpers I had in my tool box. it has a 1/4" wide half moon shape on one side and a semi sharp opposing piece that actually makes the crimp. It was a perfect fit for the bleed valve. I attached a image of them if Kaleb will let

[MBZ] Car pR0n of the day

including an S-class coupe http://www.wired.com/autopia/2014/03/2014-geneva-motor-show/#slide-id-162641 --R ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.ok

Re: [MBZ] Rear brake lines

Larry T wrote: Hi Gang, I finally removed the passenger rear side bleeder valve today, Did you buy those Irwin nut/stud removers? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change del

[MBZ] Becker Replacement

Bought a Blaupunkt "Toronto" on Thursday for my last Amazon Prime item before my free membership expired. Saw a bunch of people over at Benzworld who had them and were pleased. The Blau was $169.99 shipped. Here are my observations: Amazing. The Blaupunkt is literally plug and play. The con