Re: [MBZ] Crackhead of the day

Ask Marmel about that. He had a W108 that was a mouse condo, I believe. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 12:43 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Apparently, mouse poop is more valuable these days.. ew... > > Ever clean out a car that has been "stored" and invaded by mice? ... > gag. >

Re: [MBZ] Crackhead of the day

Judging from the holes eaten in the headliner, I'll bet the wiring has been attacked as well, so Kaleb is right - this is a junker. He'd get more money by parting it out. - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Ahh, validation. I thought Kaleb was going soft for a minute there. This is NOT a $1000 car. There is easily a two page list of stuff that it needs, and that’s not coming from a Martha/obsessive-compulsive point of view, either. Granted, individually none of it is significant, but collectivel

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

So what's the plan Dan, are you going to put all your household into diesel cars now? I think you have contracted a very serious disease, Dieselitus Maximitus, MB-variant. Sorry, no cure available, it is terminal. - Max Charleston SC On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 6:42 AM, Dan Penoff via M

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Meade Dillon via Mercedes May 26, 2016 at 6:16 AMvia Postbox I think you have contracted a very serious disease, Dieselitus Maximitus, MB-variant. Sorry, no cure available, it

Re: [MBZ] Crackhead of the day

Exactly Sent from my iPhone > On May 25, 2016, at 10:48 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: > > Even the PnP yard would think twice about paying $250 for that > > clay > >> On May 25, 2016, at 5:00 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> >> >> >> 74 Mercedes Benz 450 SEL >> http://stjoseph.c

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I'm at two out of three cars (three out of four counting Wilton's 300D) wearing MB stars and making a beautiful clatta clatta sound. Need to put a new steering rack in the gasser and sell that off to raise some funds to buy another MB diesel... Stop fighting it Dan, what's the worst that can happ

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I wish! The wife will never be dieselfied. She is a “stop and GO-GO-GO!!” driver, and no matter how good a diesel is, she’ll never be satisfied with the performance of the older diesels relative to a vergasser. If I get the 300D it will go to my oldest son and I’ll take Tommy’s W140 back (you

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

There are no MB dealer service records on the carfax I sent you. Dealer service records almost always show up on a carfax. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 5:42 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ahh, validation. I thought Kaleb was going soft for a minute there. > > This is

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

That should be our "club" motto, need some bumper stickers made up: Okie Benz Klub: Let there be Diesel!!! - Max Charleston SC > Let there be diesel!!! > > Dan > > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/arc

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Thanks, Kaleb. I’ll get a VMI at the dealer today, as I need to swing by and pick up some parts I had ordered. For the benefit of the list’s reading, the car’s last check in that showed mileage was in September of 2012, with 404k on the clock. It’s now four years later, meaning it’s probably g

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

MMM should be able to knock out a logo for us. No furry stuff on it, please. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 8:58 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > That should be our "club" motto, need some bumper stickers made up: > > Okie Benz Klub: Let there be Diesel!!! > > - > Max > Cha

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Those 2.5s are so awesome. I think I like them better than the later 606 e300. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 8:03 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thanks, Kaleb. > > I’ll get a VMI at the dealer today, as I need to swing by and pick up some > parts I had ordered. > > Fo

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Are these still R12 AC cars? I just realized I didn’t look for a conversion sticker in case it had been converted. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 9:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Those 2.5s are so awesome. I think I like them better than the later 606 > e300. > > Sent from

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I’m not a big W124 fan, but it is a cool car with the diesel. I’m still amazed at how small the bumpers are - I could have sworn the bumpers on the oldest son’s 300E were bigger. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 9:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Those 2.5s are so awesome. I thi

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Yes it would be r12 Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 8:23 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Are these still R12 AC cars? I just realized I didn’t look for a conversion > sticker in case it had been converted. > > Dan > >> On May 26, 2016, at 9:07 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via M

Re: [MBZ] '07 E320CDI

While lying under the car, I also noticed the lack of the typical MB undercoating found on undersides of my previous MB's. Has MB found some secret and magical elixir to repel rust, or is this just another case of "bean-counter" takeover, and I should not expect thisun to remain as rustless as

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Interesting. The EPC shows the expansion valve and has a footnote that it’s for R-134A refrigerant only. Get this - the expansion valve LISTS for $33.50 from Mercedes. Anyone got a source for R-12? I have one can in the cabinet. I guess I need some R-12 lines for my manifold gauge set, too.

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

The part was superseded, it is the same for 12 and 134. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 8:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Interesting. The EPC shows the expansion valve and has a footnote that it’s > for R-134A refrigerant only. Get this - the expansion valve LISTS fo

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I figured that was the case. They probably have that footnote in there for legal purposes. I guess I may need some R12 hoses for my gauge set and an R12 can tapper…. I see R12 all over eBay. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 9:41 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > The part was superse

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Anyone got a source for R-12? I have one can in the cabinet. I guess I need some R-12 lines for my manifold gauge set, too. Using R290/R600a test refrigerant ensures that the 'good stuff' doesn't leak out. Debug the system with the test refrigerant, and once you're tired of the better perform

[MBZ] $600 123 wagon in MA

Only needs a $33 water pump! http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/mercedes-used-parts-sale-wanted/378092-1980-mercedes-wagon-300td-%24600.html - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ T

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

That’s the EnviroSafe stuff (we don’t want to use the “P” word, do we?) Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 10:07 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: > >> Anyone got a source for R-12? I have one can in the cabinet. I guess I need >> some R-12 lines for my manifold gauge set, too. > > Using R290/R600a test refrig

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

VMI?? Vehicle mileage indication?? On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 10:21 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That’s the EnviroSafe stuff (we don’t want to use the “P” word, do we?) > > Dan > > > > On May 26, 2016, at 10:07 AM, Jim Cathey > wrote: > > > >> Anyone got a source f

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Vehicle Master Inquiry Any time a car “touches” an MB dealership, the VIN is entered and the work recorded, no matter how trivial. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 11:44 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > VMI?? Vehicle mileage indication?? > ___ http://www.okie

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

All you have to do is get her a v10 diesel Touareg. A friend got one a few years ago. That thing does GO! GO! GO! real nicely. It also has some good towing power. http://www.autoblog.com/2012/12/30/silverado-hd-touareg-v10-tdi-face-off-in-diesel-tug-of-war/ Manfred -

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Also. I Love the smell of diesel in the morning. Apologies to Mr Duval. From: Mercedes on behalf of Meade Dillon via Mercedes Sent: 26 May 2016 12:58 To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Meade Dillon Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? That shoul

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

On Thu, 26 May 2016 06:42:38 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > I’ve got to get a VMI from the dealer today, too. That will be telling > if what he said about the OP is true. VMI? Vehicle maintenance information? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To s

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

On Thu, 26 May 2016 08:30:21 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > Yes it would be r12 When did Benz make the transition to R134? Craig > > Are these still R12 AC cars? I just realized I didn’t look for a > > conversion sticker in case it had been converted. > > > > Dan > > > >>

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

On Thu, 26 May 2016 11:56:25 -0400 MG via Mercedes wrote: > All you have to do is get her a v10 diesel Touareg. A friend got > one a few years ago. That thing does GO! GO! GO! real nicely. It > also has some good towing power. > http://www.autoblog.com/2012/12/30/silverado-hd-touareg-v10-tdi-fa

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Got the VMI. A few hits, mostly warranty, in the early 90s. Then nothing until 2012, with a lot of visits. Last visit in 2012, mileage at 404,050. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 12:41 PM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > On Thu, 26 May 2016 06:42:38 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > >> I

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

With the 140 which started here in 92. I have. Seen some 92 124s with 134 and some with 12 from the factory. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 11:43 AM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > On Thu, 26 May 2016 08:30:21 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> Yes it would be

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

What does the odo show now? Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 11:55 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Got the VMI. > > A few hits, mostly warranty, in the early 90s. Then nothing until 2012, with > a lot of visits. Last visit in 2012, mileage at 404,050. > > Dan > >> On May

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I must be missing something. Isn't a 400K+ mile engine sort of a "last gasp", esp. for a diesel with a sketchy past? On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 1:01 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What does the odo show now? > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On May 26, 2016, at 11:

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Not really Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 12:22 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > I must be missing something. Isn't a 400K+ mile engine sort of a "last > gasp", esp. for a diesel with a sketchy past? > >> On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 1:01 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

As in, how do you know it was properly maintained? On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 1:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Not really > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On May 26, 2016, at 12:22 PM, Andrew Strasfogel > wrote: > > > > I must be missing something. Isn't a 400

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

It's got over 400k and still runs Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 12:27 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > As in, how do you know it was properly maintained? > >> On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 1:23 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Not really >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >>

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I guess if he gets the car for $800 that limits the risk... On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 1:30 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It's got over 400k and still runs > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On May 26, 2016, at 12:27 PM, Andrew Strasfogel > wrote: > > > > As in, ho

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

From my original post in this thread: > Owner told me the car was originally purchased by a Florida resident with a > connection to Chicago who drove the car round trip multiple times a year, > hence the high mileage. They had the transmission rebuilt at some time > during their ownership. It

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

If it's just going to be a cheaply purchased, casual daily driver, then a good road test is really all that's required to seal the deal. Who's to say it won't run an additional 200k miles... On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 2:15 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > From my origin

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Heh. It doesn’t. I think it’s at 266k or something like that. The cluster has been changed at some point and the odo doesn’t work. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 1:01 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > What does the odo show now? > > Sent from my iPhone > _

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Hey, do these use cables for the speedo/odometer, or are they electronic? Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 1:01 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > What does the odo show now? > > Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list arch

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Cable Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 2:21 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Hey, do these use cables for the speedo/odometer, or are they electronic? > > Dan > > >> On May 26, 2016, at 1:01 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> What does the odo show now? >

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Too bad they don't have the original, or fix it and roll it up to 400k or whatever Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 2:16 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Heh. It doesn’t. I think it’s at 266k or something like that. The cluster > has been changed at some point and the o

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

I’ll disassemble it and turn it up to a rough estimate, maybe 475k or so. And then I’ll apply for the 500k high mileage badge. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 3:26 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Too bad they don't have the original, or fix it and roll it up to 400k or > whatever

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Well worth the effort. Those badges are made out of about 4 oz. pure platinum. On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 3:30 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I’ll disassemble it and turn it up to a rough estimate, maybe 475k or so. > > And then I’ll apply for the 500k high mileage ba

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Not for an OM603! my half million mile car runs great! My first one at 400+ k ran great. At over 300k miles, compression was 425 psi on all cylinders. (Factory new spec was 425 down) I must be missing something. Isn't a 400K+ mile engine sort of a "last gasp", esp. for a diesel with a sk

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

I am now officially a Kleb car owner. $650.00 I pick it up tomorrow. Still feel bad, Kaleb? Dan/Martha/Kleb > On May 26, 2016, at 4:36 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not for an OM603! my half million mile car runs great! My first one at 400+ > k ran great. At over 300k mile

[MBZ] 123 pahtz

Anyone have a good 123 RF caliper? How about good 123 upper control arms? (Front) ___ 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/listinf

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Hey, do these use cables for the speedo/odometer, or are they electronic? Dan Cables Odo is reported to be a slipping brass gear as in the 110/111 odo. But I never pulled the one on POS to check/fix. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives ht

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

What is the difference between a kleb car and a Martha car? Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 1:15 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > From my original post in this thread: > >> Owner told me the car was originally purchased by a Florida resident with a >> connection to Chicago

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

You stole that car. You will soon love it I bet. If not, I call dibs. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 3:47 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I am now officially a Kleb car owner. > > $650.00 > > I pick it up tomorrow. > > Still feel bad, Kaleb? > > Dan/Martha/Kleb > > >>

Re: [MBZ] 123 pahtz

Probably but you will have to come pull the parts. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 3:51 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anyone have a good 123 RF caliper? How about good 123 upper control arms? > (Front) > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz

[MBZ] My next purchase

2009 International 5 Car Hauler http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/5604141760.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/CL-iDevice Android: http://tinyurl.com/CL-Android Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:/

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

I’ll sell it to you for $2k when I’m done with it. > On May 26, 2016, at 4:58 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > You stole that car. You will soon love it I bet. If not, I call dibs. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 26, 2016, at 3:47 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes >> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

Subject needs to be  "My Next Sale" Rick Who has WAY too much crap also ‎ ___ 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_o

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Congrats! I am now officially a Kleb car owner. $650.00 I pick it up tomorrow. Still feel bad, Kaleb? Dan/Martha/Kleb On May 26, 2016, at 4:36 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes wrote: Not for an OM603! my half million mile car runs great! My first one at 400+ k ran great. At over 30

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Would probably be worth it. I tell you a car I regret not buying was one sold by Jaime friend Alvaro. It was a very vice blue on blue 95 e300. The timing was bad but I should have made it work. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 4:03 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > I’ll sell

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

Yes I really do need to get several cars reading to be sold. I need to get some cash coming in to finance my search for a really nice 240d or 300d. prefer pre 80 for some reason. Maybe even a 300sd. Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 4:03 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Subj

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Thank you. I have advised oldest son that he is about to be infected with an exceptionally virulent strain of Dieselitis Maximus, for which there is no cure. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 4:57 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Congrats! > ___ htt

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Congratulations!! If a similar car popped up on CL for that kind of money, I’d be ALL over it! I hope it runs for many years to come. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR > On May 26, 2016, at 2:12 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Thank you. > > I have advised oldest son that he is about to be in

Re: [MBZ] 123 pahtz

Probably. When do you need them? Rick From: Mercedes on behalf of Curly McLain via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 1:51 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Curly McLain Subject: [MBZ] 123 pahtz Anyone have a good 123 RF caliper? How about good

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

> > I think you have contracted a very serious disease, Dieselitus Maximitus, > > MB-variant. Sorry, no cure available, it is terminal. > > Max > Ah! but Dieselitus Maximitus can be so nice! The few years I had an > all DIesel fleet were great. Curley Dan could have an all diesel fleet with a

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

A W116 SD or a modern 126? On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 5:08 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes I really do need to get several cars reading to be sold. I need to get > some cash coming in to finance my search for a really nice 240d or 300d. > prefer pre 80 for so

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

116 Sent from my iPhone > On May 26, 2016, at 4:33 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > A W116 SD or a modern 126? > > On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 5:08 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: >> Yes I really do need to get several cars reading to be sold. I need to get >> some cash coming in to

Re: [MBZ] 123 pahtz

Add a rear rotor to the list. I used to have a spare rear rotor for years and never needed it. could you ship by tuesday? Probably. When do you need them? Rick From: Mercedes on behalf of Curly McLain via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, May 26, 2016 1

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

Yes I really do need to get several cars reading to be sold. I need to get some cash coming in to finance my search for a really nice 240d or 300d. prefer pre 80 for some reason. Maybe even a 300sd. Sent from my iPhone I know where there is a pretty good 300SD, low miles. Let me know if you

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

But the Touareg didn't have a load in it either (or the article didn't say) so what does it matter? I agree that a test with the same amount of load on both vehicles might be interesting, or would you rather that the Touareg should be empty and the truck loaded? I would think that would be even

Re: [MBZ] Crackhead of the day

The 85 SL had been sitting a while and mice set up shop. Had to do a full tear down and cleanse. Now it is ready for photo shoot and marketing. clay On May 25, 2016, at 9:43 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > Apparently, mouse poop is more valuable these days.. ew... > > Ever clean out a

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Congrats! I have a cluster for that car, pulled from a junker so no idea what works, but looks like the temp gauge is dead. Guess I could swap it into my wagon for a test and let you know, if you're interested. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

I’ll let you know, thanks! I believe the speedo works but not the odometer, so suspect it’s got a bad gear or two. That’s definitely going to be high on the list. Right now I’m lining up fluids and filters. It will get a good going over in that respect then the Martha treatment. I plan on ta

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

On Thu, 26 May 2016 18:06:22 -0400 MG via Mercedes wrote: > But the Touareg didn't have a load in it either (or the article > didn't say) so what does it matter? I agree that a test with the > same amount of load on both vehicles might be interesting, or > would you rather that the Touareg sho

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Today I ordered some MB power steering fluid from Northlake. $6.42 a bottle, vs about $13 for the equivalent Febi from Amazon. What's up with that? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On May 26, 2016 8:30:00 PM EDT, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >I’ll let you know, thanks! > >I b

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

It’s not that expensive from the dealer. I buy most of my fluids from them except engine and gear oil. Dan > On May 26, 2016, at 8:39 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Today I ordered some MB power steering fluid from Northlake. $6.42 a bottle, > vs about $13 for the equivalent Fe

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

I've got seat switches from a 201 if you want. Make you a huckuva deal... Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Thu, May 26, 2016 at 8:30 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I’ll let you know, thanks! I believe the speedo works but not the odometer, so  suspect it’s got a bad gear or t

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project? SCORE!!

Thanks! I’ll probably just make a list ‘o’ stuff I need and post it somewhere, as there have been a number of kind folks who have contacted me with offers of parts. As I may have mentioned previously, I am buying this car to put together a dependable daily driver for my oldest son, as he really

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

Loaded to tongue max weight sounds like a good idea. John is the guy who has the Touareg. Unfortunately I won't be able to help him with the experiment since he lives out in the plains NE of Albuquerque and I'm in Fl. Manfred -- Date: Thu, 26 May 2016 18:31:16 -

[MBZ] Anybody in California near this car?

This is the car I have to have that has lead me to my strange and unusual quest for a 240D. This is identical to my very first MB I bought when I was 16. I have to have this car unless the price ends up being crackhead price. I am hoping somebody is close and can check it out. http://www.eb

[MBZ] WOW, an almost like new 79 240D

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-240-D-/172216983003?forcerrptr=true&hash=item2818ee9ddb:g:OX0AAOSw9k5XQdzz&item=172216983003 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change deliv

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

A coat of green paint and that truck has "Kaleb" written all over it.. It is one slick rig.. appears to be a double decker rollback wrecker configuration.. Never seen one configured like that.. perfect idea.. For what it is.. the asking price seems quite reasonable.. I imagine the trailer alone co

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

A coat of green paint and that truck has "Kaleb" written all over it.. It is one slick rig.. appears to be a double decker rollback wrecker configuration.. Never seen one configured like that.. perfect idea.. For what it is.. the asking price seems quite reasonable.. I imagine the trailer alone c

Re: [MBZ] WOW, an almost like new 79 240D

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-240-D-/172216983003?forcerrptr=true&hash=item2818ee9ddb:g:OX0AAOSw9k5XQdzz&item=172216983003 And it is baby poop green Shell out the $20k and it is yours! Or you can have a 61k mile 116 for $2k. That is 10¢ on the dollar compared to the 240D.

Re: [MBZ] WOW, an almost like new 79 240D

Reject required.. the front license plate has a chip and a dent in it.. simply not acceptable.. ;)) Buy it NOW Kaleb.. don't look back.. it's even green.. Virus-free. www.av

Re: [MBZ] My next purchase

I looked at buying a Landoll lowboy heavy haul trailer last year... really hard... thought I could put one to work... The best price I could find a work ready USED rollback lowboy Landoll was $165,000.00 .. plus a semi tractor prime mover to pull it.. I looked at a NEW Landoll lowboy heavy haul.. b

Re: [MBZ] 1990 300D Prospect/Project?

On Thu, 26 May 2016 22:30:51 -0400 MG via Mercedes wrote: > Loaded to tongue max weight sounds like a good idea. > > John is the guy who has the Touareg. Unfortunately I won't be > able to help him with the experiment since he lives out in the > plains NE of Albuquerque and I'm in Fl. I'm liv

Re: [MBZ] WOW, an almost like new 79 240D

Curly sez: >This SteveMB classic must be the Chip Lamb of old >MBs. Buy geezer cars in CA, martha em and sell >on fleabay for crazy money. On Chip's behalf I take offense. Yes, he finds old vehicles. Yes, he cleans them up. Yes, he sorts out the mechanicals. But there is no way he would g

[MBZ] For Wilton

I just enjoyed reading "Hydraulic Justice". Your skill with a story and a lesson has not faded. Scott ___ 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