Re: [MBZ] Tires

Hankook. I like toyo a lot also. But seriously frugal people run used tires. I did that all through residency on an 87 Ltd and a 1999 tbird. Got the job done. The guys at the used tire place in Baltimore used to mock me for writing checks, because the check blanks are so expensive. On May 23,

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

I need to. Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 9:42 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Kaleb sez: > >> ‎ I own 6 of them at the moment. > > You're good at finding them and buying. > > Ever sell any? > > Rick > Sent from my BlackBerry Z10‎ >

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Kaleb sez: >‎ I own 6 of them at the moment. You're good at finding them and buying.  Ever sell any? Rick  Sent from my BlackBerry Z10‎ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] Tires

If you don't mind paying very little, I like the smooth ride from Goforms from tires-easy.com http://www.tires-easy.com/brands/goform-tires On Mon, May 23, 2016 at 7:14 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Kaleb asks: > > >‎How many miles have you put on >either? Are

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

DAN, I have had mine for 10 years have now have 264k miles on original engine & tranny. It is the best MB I have driven & the best car I have owned in 50+ years of owning cars. It is quick & I still get 31 mpg pounding it on my 140 mile RT commute. As Kaleb said not much to look for except usual

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

No he won't. I own 6 of them at the moment. Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 8:50 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > You won't be sorry. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > 1982 300CD > 1990 300D > Wickford RI > On May 23, 2016 10:55 AM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes"

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

You won't be sorry. Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On May 23, 2016 10:55 AM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > Then I'm all over this. That cinched it for me. > > Dan > > Sent from my iPad > > > On May 23, 2016, at 10:40 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via

Re: [MBZ] Dell Laptop?

On May 23, 2016 at 12:58 PM Tim Crone via Mercedes wrote:On Sun, May 22, 2016 at 4:05 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote:1.0 MHz processorWow, that -is- old! ;)What's so old about 1974? (8080 CPU)Mitch. ___

Re: [MBZ] Tires

Kaleb asks: >‎How many miles have you put on >either? Are they quiet and >smooth? Falkens about 25k miles. Still quiet. Kumhos about 40k. Almost due for a new set. Falkens are probably a better value. ‎And more quiet.  Rick  Sent from my BlackBerry Z10‎ ___

Re: [MBZ] Tires

I put a set of Falken “Ziex” ZE950 tires on the 350SDL when I bought it. I’ve been very pleased with them so far. They seemed to be well rated every place I looked online. Dan > On May 23, 2016, at 6:49 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm looking for

Re: [MBZ] Tires

How many miles have you put on either? Are they quiet and smooth? Anybody tried Nokian? Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 6:01 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Kuho Solus were pretty good. > > I put a set of ‎Falken Sincera tires on a beater. I am

Re: [MBZ] Tires

Kuho Solus were pretty good.  I put a set of ‎Falken Sincera tires on a beater. I am truly impressed by them. Especially the winter traction. I would definitely buy them again.  Rick  Sent from my BlackBerry Z10   Original Message   From: Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes Sent: Monday, May 23,

[MBZ] Tires

I'm looking for tires again and not sure I want to spend the money for Michelins even though every time i don't I already regret it except for these Pirelli P7 I have on a car seem good. I'm tempted to try some cheap tires. Anybody have any cheap tires that they have used that provide smooth

Re: [MBZ] 240D

Well when somebody wants to sell one let me know Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 4:21 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes > wrote: > > Light gray. Yes 4 speed > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 23, 2016, at 9:01 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes >>

Re: [MBZ] 240D

Light gray. Yes 4 speed Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 9:01 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > What color is the new 240D? 4 speed? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > 1982 300CD > 1990 300D > Wickford RI > On May 23, 2016 1:00 AM, "Dimitri via Mercedes"

Re: [MBZ] 240D

What is the problem with a 617 in a 115? Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 2:12 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > I get all excited about a W115 OM617. My indy has sworn that if I do buy and > try to take it to him for work that he will fire my butt and never

Re: [MBZ] Slightly OT: Eat your roadkill

Parasites are the issue. Eat the meat, not the organs. Depending on how severe the damage, you can get lots of workable meat. BiL collected a deer that was hit and flew over the car in front. He stopped his car, pulled the animal to the roadside and contacted LEO. Officer came by and told

Re: [MBZ] 240D

I get all excited about a W115 OM617. My indy has sworn that if I do buy and try to take it to him for work that he will fire my butt and never work on my cars again. clay On May 22, 2016, at 1:40 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > For some reason I all the sudden really want a 240D

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Dan, be sure that the attaché case with the cash (in $1 bills) is chained/locked to your wrist to deter bandits. On Mon, May 23, 2016 at 2:12 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I bought a 93 for 1k a month ago. It's amazing how cheap these sell for. > They

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

I bought a 93 for 1k a month ago. It's amazing how cheap these sell for. They should worth much more. Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 12:57 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Tomorrow after work. > > Guy seems motivated, as its come down over two weeks

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Tomorrow after work. Guy seems motivated, as its come down over two weeks from $2k to $1.5k and now $1k to me. Says the exterior is solid but worn. I'll take $800 cash with me. > On May 23, 2016, at 11:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I would go

Re: [MBZ] NC mini Q

Glad the 124 is in good hands. That was a beautiful car. I need some free time - I don't suppose Wilton left a crate in the back? Oh, and shelter from the rain, while you're at it. :) Best, Tim On Sat, May 21, 2016 at 5:27 PM, WILTON via Mercedes wrote: > Cruise

Re: [MBZ] Dell Laptop?

On Sun, May 22, 2016 at 4:05 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > 1.0 MHz processor Wow, that -is- old! ;) Best, -Tim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Slightly OT: Eat your roadkill

I wonder who would want to be the first to eat blowfish prepared by a sushi chef who just completed his training? On Mon, May 23, 2016 at 8:46 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I find the article a little contradictory. On one hand, it advises against > eating the

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

I would go look at it today. Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 9:56 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Almost forgot. Owner claims the PO had both transmission and engine rebuilt. > > I may go look at it tomorrow. > > Dan > > Sent from my iPad > >> On

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Sorry meant 91-93 has 2 piece radio that can operate a cd changer. I prefer those. The 90 looks like the later radio but is 1 piece and does not operate cd changer. Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 9:55 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Then I'm all

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Almost forgot. Owner claims the PO had both transmission and engine rebuilt. I may go look at it tomorrow. Dan Sent from my iPad > On May 23, 2016, at 10:40 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > The 90 has 1 piece radio. 92-93 is 2 piece > > Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Then I'm all over this. That cinched it for me. Dan Sent from my iPad > On May 23, 2016, at 10:40 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > The 90 has 1 piece radio. 92-93 is 2 piece > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 23, 2016, at 9:14 AM, Meade Dillon via

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

The 90 has 1 piece radio. 92-93 is 2 piece Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 9:14 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > My only beef with that year is the two-piece radio, makes for more work to > replace / upgrade. > > - > Max > Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

My only beef with that year is the two-piece radio, makes for more work to replace / upgrade. - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

The expansion valve is not hard, it's between engine (false firewall) and the real firewall, under the cowling, on the drivers side. A bit tight, but nothing or very little to remove to get to it. If the body and interior are good, go for it. - Max Charleston SC On Mon, May 23, 2016

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Could be the heater valve is not closing. If it's the expansion valve they are easy to replace. Sent from my iPhone > On May 23, 2016, at 9:10 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > 266k on the clock and it supposedly stopped working recently. > > Says the AC is

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

266k on the clock and it supposedly stopped working recently. Says the AC is "some valve thing, part is cheap, labor is expensive to replace." I am assuming he's talking about an expansion valve. Probably the same as getting close to the evaporator? They want $1000 for it. Hmm. Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D

Not really a whole lot to watch for. Those are the best 124's to get. It should be peppy if not it may have a vacuum leak somewhere. These the boost is vacuum controlled v pressure controlled as in other diesels. You will quickly fall in love with it especially the mid 30's mpg Sent from my

[MBZ] 1990 300D

Might be able to snag this for a grand. Will be talking to the owner directly later today. I understand the obvious (AC) but would welcome any opinions on what to look for/watch out. http://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/5588988411.html Dan ___

Re: [MBZ] 240D

What color is the new 240D? 4 speed? Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 1990 300D Wickford RI On May 23, 2016 1:00 AM, "Dimitri via Mercedes" wrote: > I'm talking about the southern princess, the new 78 240D and China blue! > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On May 22, 2016, at 9:15

Re: [MBZ] 240D

I miss my W123 240D daily DAILY! EdB On Sun, May 22, 2016 at 4:40 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > For some reason I all the sudden really want a 240D or non turbo 300D 123. > I'm not sure why. I just left HF and there was a beat up one in the parking >

Re: [MBZ] Slightly OT: Eat your roadkill

I find the article a little contradictory. On one hand, it advises against eating the liver and other organs; on the other hand it touts the "organic" nature of wild animals, free-range and no antibiotics and such. Hmmm... I completely agree with the caution against eating anything like the

Re: [MBZ] Slightly OT: Eat your roadkill

A friend who has family in Alaska told me they can get "tags" to harvest a certain number of moose hit by trucks. When one is killed, you are called and if you don't come in a certain time frame they call the next person. He said a moose can really fill up a food locker and the meat freezes

Re: [MBZ] Slightly OT: Eat your roadkill

John McPhee wrote a piece about hanging out with some field biologists who would check out every dead animal they came across on the road. Apparently it is pretty easy to tell how fresh the kill is with a bit of experience. They ate very well on that trip. On May 22, 2016 8:16 PM, "Dan Penoff via