Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel

Good show! You never did tell us, though- does the A/C work? On Tue, Aug 9, 2016 at 10:58 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Somebody from Craigslist > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Aug 9, 2016, at 10:35 PM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > On Tue, 9 Aug 20

Re: [MBZ] Quote Without Comment

To "do something about" is a pretty loose context subject to many interpretations. Since Mrs. Clinton's stated positions on gun rights is openly completely against the Bill of Rights, 2nd Amendment, I posit his intent was to urge those who stand for 2nd Amendment to work against her and her positi

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

>Grant said: " Simple fact... if the >government taxed every worker >at 100% of >annual income, it >would only run the government, >at it's present rate of >spending, >for about 5 days." http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=661pi6K-8WQ&sns=em Rick  Sent from my BlackBerry Z10‎ ___

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel

Somebody from Craigslist Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 9, 2016, at 10:35 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 9 Aug 2016 21:05:23 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> It was pretty nice and did not need a whole lot of work. I should have >> spent a weekend on it and sold

Re: [MBZ] Ac again

Clutches do wear out, and can be replaced in the car without venting the system. I don't remember the correct gap, maybe 0.060"? Not big anyway, can be adjusted by removing shims from under the center of the clutch when you take it off. No point in doing that if it's badly worn though.

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel

On Tue, 9 Aug 2016 21:05:23 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > It was pretty nice and did not need a whole lot of work. I should have > spent a weekend on it and sold it for 2k So to whom did you sell it? Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To s

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

On Tue, 09 Aug 2016 21:01:40 -0500 Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: > Ouch! The truth hurts! You will boggle the brain cells of the H-> > (highway to hell) supporters on here! > > Funny how they all worship JFK, yet say what JFK knew to be true, is > false, and "know" that what JFK did tha

Re: [MBZ] Quote Without Comment

Maybe he just short-circuited for a second, it was just a glitch. But everything he said was truthful but perhaps a bit inarticulate. Tomorrow he can explain what he really said. --R (sent from my miniPad) On Aug 9, 2016, at 11:06 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: WILMINGTON, N.C., Aug.

Re: [MBZ] This is what happens when you list a car on Craigslist after a long hard night of hookers and blow.

That'll buff right up --R (sent from my miniPad) On Aug 9, 2016, at 11:04 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: 1961 Mercedes 180 http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/5724303573.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iDevice Android: http://tinyurl.com/CL-Android Se

[MBZ] Quote Without Comment

WILMINGTON, N.C., Aug. 9 (UPI)--At a rally in North Carolina Tuesday, Trump remarked that perhaps gun rights supporters could do something about the prospect of Hillary Clinton being elected in November. The U.S. Secret Service said it is "aware" of a remark made by GOP presidential nominee D

[MBZ] This is what happens when you list a car on Craigslist after a long hard night of hookers and blow.

1961 Mercedes 180 http://littlerock.craigslist.org/cto/5724303573.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iDevice Android: http://tinyurl.com/CL-Android Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.ok

[MBZ] WISP update

One of the joys of having a WISP is when a storm blows thru lightening can hit the tower and take out the radio. The tower I am on has 8 radios. Normally a storm may take out 1-2. We had a storm come thru early Saturday morning and the tower took a direct lightening hit taking out all 8. They ha

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

Neither engine nor pump should need to be "rebuilt" in under 400K Trans Maybe @250 to 350k. (assuming oil changes as prescribed and OE quality filters used (mann only for the 124 trans). I'd not buy a car with a "rebuilt" OM603, unless I discounted the cost of the replacement engine and

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel

It was pretty nice and did not need a whole lot of work. I should have spent a weekend on it and sold it for 2k Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 9, 2016, at 9:02 PM, Max Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm surprised it took so long! Congrats on the sale! > -- > Max Dillon > Charleston SC > '87

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

It's called the Laffer curve. Art Laffer was an economist who worked for Reagan, among others. Like supply and demand curves, it's conceptually a sound but notional theory. > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of G > Mann via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

Grant said: " Simple fact... if the government taxed every worker at 100% of annual income, it would only run the government, at it's present rate of spending, for about 5 days." But if the government took 100% of my earnings, I'd stop working entirely (i.e. zero tax revenue). That's the basis

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel

I'm surprised it took so long! Congrats on the sale! -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On August 9, 2016 9:20:57 PM EDT, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: >Is sold > >Sent from my iPhone > >___ >http://www.okiebenz.com > >To search list ar

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

Ouch! The truth hurts! You will boggle the brain cells of the H-> (highway to hell) supporters on here! Funny how they all worship JFK, yet say what JFK knew to be true, is false, and "know" that what JFK did that boosted the economy "won't work!" Hear Here! G Mann via Mercedes

[MBZ] Cheap diesel

Is sold Sent from my iPhone ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

Indeed, usually a rebuilt engine will not last as long as an original engine, unless it was rebuilt by Mercedes-Benz. They are very difficult engines to rebuild correctly. I would take Kaleb's over your example every time. A rebuilt transmission is a bonus, and if the injection pump is rebuilt

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

Actually, lowering taxes across the board produces more tax revenue. I know, heads are spinning at that comment. Follow along for just a bit. Lower taxes means less burden on both workers and businesses. That directly equates to more business orders placed, more goods sold, and more work hours pai

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

> On August 9, 2016 at 7:14 PM Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > > The motor was completely rebuilt, as were the trans and suspension, which > should count for something I think, I'd rather have a perfect running 200kmi diesel than a rebuilt one, unless I knew exactly who and how it was

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

I wouldn't consider a rebuilt engine a huge bonus, these engines simply don't fail in the 200,000 mile range. Might need injectors but thats not even a big job. -Curt From: Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Karl Wittnebel ; Max Dillon Sent: Tuesday, August

Re: [MBZ] OM603 starter

Check importecautoparts.com, or rock auto for comps sake. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 9, 2016, at 6:20 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Where is the cheapest place for a Bosch reman starter for an OM603? > > Kaleb, what was that place you found? > > > _

[MBZ] OM603 starter

Where is the cheapest place for a Bosch reman starter for an OM603? Kaleb, what was that place you found? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.oki

Re: [MBZ] Ac again

The belt and all tensioner parts are new. The belt is not slipping it's actually the clutch itself that slips causing the bark. Cools great though except at idle. If a compressor is worn out will it work fine at highway speed but not pump enough while sitting? I have seen r12 converted to 134 do

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

Oh, Kaleb's 300d looks nice, but I have been dealing on one like it for awhile, and I want something mostly rebuilt. So I'm thinking of buying this 1990 model instead. The motor was completely rebuilt, as were the trans and suspension, which should count for something I think, as compared to drivi

Re: [MBZ] Ac again

I would replace the belt and check the condition of the clutch, easy enough to spin it with the engine off and check for binding in the compressor or faulty bearings, etc. Also verify that the gap at the clutch is correct. You don't have much slippage unless the KLIMA has been replaced with

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

That's pretty high for this coast, you may find a buyer out there. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On August 9, 2016 4:56:46 PM EDT, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes wrote: >What would this car be worth with faded paint, a dented trunk lid, >newly >fully rebuilt tranny/turbo/injection

Re: [MBZ] Cheap diesel for sale

What would this car be worth with faded paint, a dented trunk lid, newly fully rebuilt tranny/turbo/injection pump/motor, new ball joints, shocks etc, and an AC that doesn't turn on (but heat works and it has a new compressor)? I'm thinking 3k, but could it be more? Thanks for input. Karl On M

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

The liberal Heaven of Seattle has become a homeless encampment in the last 8 years. These folks are taking over the public rights of way, highway verges, roundabouts, sidewalks, any space they can find to set up camp. The population of unemployed in the Soviet Socialist Republic of Seattle has

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

I'll get the parts list later. Basically a little Arduino, a temp/humid sensor, and a small 2-line LCD display. You have to write some code and program the Arduino but that is pretty easy using code on Adafruit you can pretty much cut/paste with some minor jiggering. Put the programming envi

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

Right, see the other post where I ponder attaching one to a reflector on the side of the lantern. The reflectors get pretty hot and with the heatsink off to the side as opposed to being right in the rising heat it should be more effective. -Curt From: fmiser via Mercedes To: mercedes@ok

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

> > > > Jim wrote: > > > >    > > > > Peltier devices only work off the heat _differential_, so it > > > > needs ample access to 'cool', > > > Curt wrote: > > > > > > Right! They'll sit on top of the lantern with a big heatsink on > > > top of the device. > > fmiser wrote: > > > > That's good

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

> > > > Jim wrote: > > > >    > > > > Peltier devices only work off the heat _differential_, so it > > > > needs ample access to 'cool', > > > Curt wrote: > > > > > > Right! They'll sit on top of the lantern with a big heatsink on > > > top of the device. > > fmiser wrote: > > > > That's good

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

On Tue, 9 Aug 2016 11:21:46 -0500 OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > I like the cool air between 7500 and 10,500 feet better - We had that at home in Los Alamos. :-) Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To U

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs of the times

How many weeks in Rohm-town does it take to equal more deaths that what we had in Iraq? But, since they are all (D) in a (D) town we never hear that body count Floyd Thursby via Mercedes August 9, 2016 at 11:06 AM Chitown bangers shooting 9 for 22, .409 for M

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

Is there a link to the parts list and how to? Sounds useful! on another front: I came across the basic stamp and breadboard I used to make an ultrasonic rangefinder 20 years ago Floyd Thursby via Mercedes August 9, 2016 at 11:01 AM I have a little temp/h

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

Umm, on top of the lantern with a big heatsink on the top of the device? Which I already wrote right above your reply. I don't need a heatsink on the hot side, or rather the lantern's own vent already is a heatsink on the hot side... -Curt From: fmiser via Mercedes To: mercedes@okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

> > Jim wrote: > > > > Peltier devices only work off the heat _differential_, so it > > needs ample access to 'cool', > Curt wrote: > > Right! They'll sit on top of the lantern with a big heatsink on > top of the device. That's good for the hot side. What about the cold side. It's not jus

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs of the times

It's due to the "gun show loophole." The bangers go to the gun shows in Chiraq and buy all their guns under this "loophole." Mayor Rahm is devoting all his energy to closing this "loophole" but needs more money to be successful. But not to worry about the deceased, they will vote D in Novembe

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs of the times

Since Chicago has strict gun control laws, and it is nearly impossible for a legal citizen to obtain a concealed carry permit in the state of Illinois, it is apparent the city needs more and larger "gun free zone" signs. I'm sure the ones they have, along with the strict gun control laws are worki

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

I have several of these around the place - they record min - max as well as current temp and humidity. They vary by up to 2 degrees sitting side by side, but are good for deltas. At least they are consistent in their errors. On Tue, Aug 9, 2016 at 11:01 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@ok

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

I need to do that. Dunno, whats the burning temp of gasoline? I suspect its going to take some experimentation to find the best spot. Probably it'll work better in colder weather when theres a greater temperature differential. Actually just occurred to me they make reflectors that go on the side

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

I like the cool air between 7500 and 10,500 feet better - On Tue, Aug 9, 2016 at 11:02 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > AC is a dehumidifier or vice-versa no? > I'm interested in seeing actual data, I'd also be interested in seeing if > you start the car, get the AC

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

How about using an IR thermometer to measure the temps, then place them in the most appropriate places? What is their operating temp range anyway? On Tue, Aug 9, 2016 at 10:48 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Right!They'll sit on top of the lantern with a big heat

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs of the times

Chitown bangers shooting 9 for 22, .409 for Monday. Gun control has improved considerably, usually they're down around .200 or lower! http://chicago.suntimes.com/news/police-7-dead-10-wounded-in-chicago-shootings-monday/ --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

AC is a dehumidifier or vice-versa no? I'm interested in seeing actual data, I'd also be interested in seeing if you start the car, get the AC going (not on recirculate) and open a window a little if the incoming air makes positive pressure inside the car to the point that the hot air exhausting

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

I have a little temp/humidity sensor on an Arduino and a display to show both. Easy enough to make one, you can leave it in the car and run off 12V. Probably $12 in parts from chinee sources, you could embed the display in your dash somewhere, make it look "factory." --FT On 8/9/16 11:58 A

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

Max wrote: > The result was that once I started driving the car, the > AC was able to bring the temperature and comfort level down to tolerable > much more quickly. Dehumidifier lowers the need for a/c. Remove humidity and the a/c systems run better. i.e. keep the windows closed and in-car humid

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

Right!They'll sit on top of the lantern with a big heatsink on top of the device. I was worried about getting them hot enough but you've got me nervous they might get too hot. Maybe when I start I'll use a "big hat" Coleman and mount the device out toward the rim. You can just almost touch the o

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

Peltier devices only work off the heat _differential_, so it needs ample access to 'cool', whatever that is in your design. Also, sufficiently high temperatures can kill them dead. You can't just put them in a hot place and watch the money roll in. -- Jim ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

-Curt wrote: > Politics has become talking, not discussion. For discussion you have to > listen... Discussion? - Did you want to live in the 1950's? Coleman lamps, Coleman stoves, Coleman heaters... That is an archaic concept - discussion... mao ___ http://ww

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

We need to have a con.vuh.say.shun. --FT On 8/9/16 11:22 AM, Mountain Man via Mercedes wrote: -Curt wrote: Politics has become talking, not discussion. For discussion you have to listen... Discussion? - Did you want to live in the 1950's? Coleman lamps, Coleman stoves, Coleman heaters... T

[MBZ] Somebody needs this 116 manual trans Euro

http://ames.craigslist.org/cto/5720743326.html NO evil crypsler ACC on this one! But it DOES need Dimitri's help ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mai

Re: [MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

On Tue, 9 Aug 2016 08:42:06 -0400 Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > The major difference was that humidity levels in the car were not > ambient (80% and higher) but seemed to stay much lower. The result was > that once I started driving the car, the AC was able to bring the > temperature and co

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

-Curt wrote: > See on the other hand I think: > A. Government actually has very little to do with the economy > B. The economy is a big crazy thing that nobody really understands and when > somebody says they do they're probably selling something. > C. The economy is NOT rational for the simple re

[MBZ] Kleb: 115 Parts for your granny green 300D

http://ames.craigslist.org/cto/5723711198.html It does appear to be a 115. Sorry guys, the engine won't work in a 123. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: htt

[MBZ] Someone needs this

http://jalopnik.com/photo-credit-silverstone-auctions-an-incredible-1990-me-1785018840 -- --FT ___ 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/mai

Re: [MBZ] OT: political signs

Pass. On Tue, Aug 9, 2016 at 11:23 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > We need to have a con.vuh.say.shun. > > --FT > > > > On 8/9/16 11:22 AM, Mountain Man via Mercedes wrote: > >> -Curt wrote: >> >>> Politics has become talking, not discussion. For discussion you ha

[MBZ] 1967 200D on BAT

Looks decent and fairly priced survivor. http://bringatrailer.com/listing/1967-mercedes-benz-200d/ ___ 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/ma

Re: [MBZ] 1977 Mercedes 300D Turbo $1000

Probably lost the w/s ID plate although the plate on the door jamb would have the MM/YY of production. On Tue, Aug 9, 2016 at 12:32 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > But the trunk badge says turbo? Wrong badge, or wrong year listed in the > ad? > -- > Max Dillon > Cha

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

Funny you should post that. I just ordered parts to charge my cell phone based on the waste heat coming off a Coleman lantern. They already make a system to charge your phone off a wick lantern but a Coleman makes a lot more heat.I got 10 peltier devices on eBay from Guangzu Charlie for around $

Re: [MBZ] OT: Fendering

Which reminds me of another semi-automotive thing I wanted to mention. Changed the oil in my compressor yesterday, about a year overdue, it was grey with metal which isn't a huge surprise as its the first change. Ran out of compressor oil so I headed to Advance (formerly Car Quest) only to find t

Re: [MBZ] old technology Some of it, I like...

On Mon, 08 Aug 2016 23:13:22 -0500 Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: > Like a 110 200D or a 123 240D, or a 124 300D, or a 126 300SDL. > > http://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/g2729/9-pieces-of-obsolete-tech-that-just-wont-die/?mag=pop&list=nl_pnl_news&src=nl&date=080616 > http://www

[MBZ] OT more Car / Mercedes talk - keeping cool in hot humid climates

A few weeks ago after my thread about window tint and keeping kühl, I decided to try a little experiment. I stopped cracking the windows and sunroof while parked, but continued to put the sunshade in the windshield. When I did drive the car, I kept the AC on recirculation and blasting full fan and