[MBZ] chevy trux

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Chip has a nice chevy truck for sale on BAT. best year for the body type. I don't like the black paint. my preference would be the original dark green lacquer, with other choices being medium green, sea foam green or yellow, in the original lacquer. The wheels suck big time, but those are

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! $15000

2017-04-19 Thread M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes
Stupid bumpers, stupid A/C, shot upholstery, shot suspension, run, don't walk away. -MMM- On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 7:46 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > lol > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Apr 19, 2017, at 7:22 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] Cheap E320 w/Easy Fix in Vegas

2017-04-19 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
Craig inquires: >‎What would cause a transmission to go >into limp mode? Conductor plate.   ‎https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKWyn7tcqdc&sns=em ‎https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImUYRu-VhCE&sns=em ‎https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KG5CPd0pnhk&sns=em ‎https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upA2lx1_vK8&

Re: [MBZ] M103 Air Flow Meter Boot

2017-04-19 Thread Peter Frederick via Mercedes
There is a frame that holds the boot to the fuel distributor. Be very careful, there is ONE short screw, and if you put a long one in that hole you can crush the transducer for the meter plate position sensor. Replace the idle valve hoses at the same time, the one between the valve and intak

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes 300D 2.5 turbo diesel 244k miles $2300

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Looks to be an honest seller and (almost) fair price. On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 6:41 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > 1992 Mercedes 300D 2.5 turbo diesel 244k miles > http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/6094372375.html > > via cPro for Craigslist > iOS: http://

Re: [MBZ] 1985 Mercedes Benz 300SD VERY RARE Good Condition Auto Classic Beauty $3995

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Nice looking car but too bad about the cracked dash. On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 6:37 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > 1985 Mercedes Benz 300SD VERY RARE Good Condition Auto Classic Beauty > http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ctd/6094928360.html > > via cPro for Cra

Re: [MBZ] Cheap E320 w/Easy Fix in Vegas

2017-04-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 19 Apr 2017 21:15:25 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Make a trip to Vegas, drive it home: > > http://www.benzworld.org/forums/sale-wanted-trade-giveaway/2809786-fs-1997-e320.html#post15905370 >

Re: [MBZ] Turbo cleaner in a can

2017-04-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Is bio-diesel available in your area? I've always found a tank or two of that really helps clean the carbon out, especially when combined with a good hard drive... -Curt From: clay via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: clay Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 10:02 PM Subject: [

[MBZ] Turbo cleaner in a can

2017-04-19 Thread clay via Mercedes
I went to FLAPS yesterday for a new tube of glazing putty. I found a can of CRC intake and turbo spray magical stuff. I figured what the heck, why not? The SD has not been running like a champ, the way the SDL did after its long journey. I know I will need to adjust valves, but have not yet.

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
ROFL! Can't do that here at Walmart. If you pounce on something one of the Walmartians wants, your life could be danger. Gerry Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > I'm glad you asked. > I stalk the poultry section of the local Giant, and then pounce when turkey > breasts (fresh OR frozen) go on sale. I th

[MBZ] M103 Air Flow Meter Boot

2017-04-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
In anticipation of replacing all of the rubber bits on the 300SEL/M13, I was trying to figure out what I would need for the boot between the air flow meter and throttle valve. It’s not at all what I thought was there… I was looking at some parts diagrams and was confused - I assumed the boot w

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
The 450 was iron on iron. On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 8:25 PM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > All of the 380 and 560 engines were aluminum head on aluminum block. I'm > unsure of the 450, it might be a mixed-metal engine. You don't _need_ a > steel liner for longevity, bu

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
All of the 380 and 560 engines were aluminum head on aluminum block. I'm unsure of the 450, it might be a mixed-metal engine. You don't _need_ a steel liner for longevity, but the details matter. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
96, 97, and 1/2 98 have the inline P7100 mechanical injection pump on the 12-valve motor. Very similar to the pump in the OM603, in that respect. My 97 (stickshift) can get 25-26MPG on a highway trip, on stock tires and me holding it to about 60MPH. That IP is _not_ destroyed if the lift pump goe

[MBZ] Cheap E320 w/Easy Fix in Vegas

2017-04-19 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Make a trip to Vegas, drive it home: http://www.benzworld.org/forums/sale-wanted-trade-giveaway/2809786-fs-1997-e320.html#post15905370 -D ___ http://www.okiebe

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Unless it won't turn over due to seized bearings, no. I don't see how sludge would get into the combustion chamber to foul the plugs. From Wikipedia: "The term is also sometimes used as a generic term for solids separated from suspension in a liquid; this 'soupy' material usually contains significa

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread Max Dillon via Mercedes
Well, what were the symptoms beyond "wouldn't start"? Sludge in the oil system would not foul spark plugs, but in today's complicated engines with variable valve timing and sensors galore, I can believe that a massive sludge problem could cause some real issues. Maybe the computers were smar

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
It wasn't me. Has anyone ever known of a car not starting from "too much sludge" unless the sludge fouled the plugs, and has anyone ever heard of "removing the oil pan to clean out the sludge"; in a car that has regular oil/filter changes; since the advent of detergent oil additives in the 195

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! $15000

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
lol Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2017, at 7:22 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > For the quotes page... > > - > Max > Charleston SC > > On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 8:10 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> If you want that kind of mone

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! $15000

2017-04-19 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
For the quotes page... - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 8:10 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > If you want that kind of money you need to get it up. > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! $15000

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
The whole suspension is on the ground. If you want that kind of money you need to get it up. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2017, at 7:08 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > The only 116 I ever wanted. might be decent but probably not for the price. > rear is low, so I doubt that

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
96 dogde with cummins would be the best for fuel economy. Craig via Mercedes April 19, 2017 at 5:54 PM I'm thinking about exchanging our '89 Chevy G20 Beauville van for a pickup and ran across: https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/6077314895.html '93 chevy cheya

Re: [MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! $15000

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
The only 116 I ever wanted. might be decent but probably not for the price. rear is low, so I doubt that part of the description. It is in hous ton scam alert! Something does not add up: "dad" drove it to work every day for 15 years"Only 60k miles" that alone dictates that it onl

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 19 Apr 2017 18:46:39 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Vans in general are a pain to work on. That is most certainly true!!! > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Apr 19, 2017, at 6:39 PM, Craig via Mercedes > > wrote: > > > > On Wed, 19 Apr 2017 18:15:32 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via

Re: [MBZ] It's green

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
2 or 3 tone gruén from what I can tell. Looks like it could be pretty decent with some paint and trim. Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes April 19, 2017 at 5:34 PM 1978 Mercedes 240D http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/6094264640.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Look at the layout to see if it fits your mission. When we were looking for our truck, we wanted a single cab and 8' bed. The only US truck that had usable room behind the front (only) seat was the Ford. My first choice would have been Chevy for the reasons Kleb mentioned, but it was quickly ruled

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Vans in general are a pain to work on. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2017, at 6:39 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 19 Apr 2017 18:15:32 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > >> I tend to stick with chevy as they are easy to work on and parts are >> cheap. > > If Chevy v

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 19 Apr 2017 18:15:32 -0500 Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > I tend to stick with chevy as they are easy to work on and parts are > cheap. If Chevy vans are easier to work on than other vans, I sure would not want to try to work on one of those! Craig _

Re: [MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I tend to stick with chevy as they are easy to work on and parts are cheap. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2017, at 5:54 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > I'm thinking about exchanging our '89 Chevy G20 Beauville van for a > pickup and ran across: > > https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/

[MBZ] OT: Looking at pickups ...

2017-04-19 Thread Craig via Mercedes
I'm thinking about exchanging our '89 Chevy G20 Beauville van for a pickup and ran across: https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/6077314895.html '93 chevy cheyanne 1500 - $1800 (Moriarty) https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/6056185421.html 1977 Chevrolet Truck - $1995 https://albuquerque.cr

[MBZ] 1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! $15000

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
1979 Mercedes 6.9L *Collectors Item* Less than 60K Miles! http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/6095244611.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

[MBZ] 1992 Mercedes 300D 2.5 turbo diesel 244k miles $2300

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
1992 Mercedes 300D 2.5 turbo diesel 244k miles http://dallas.craigslist.org/ftw/cto/6094372375.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 searc

Re: [MBZ] It's green

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Beautiful. On Apr 19, 2017 6:35 PM, "Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > 1978 Mercedes 240D > http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/6094264640.html > > via cPro for Craigslist > iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iDevice > Android: http://tinyurl.com/CL-Android > > > Sent fr

[MBZ] 1985 Mercedes Benz 300SD VERY RARE Good Condition Auto Classic Beauty $3995

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
1985 Mercedes Benz 300SD VERY RARE Good Condition Auto Classic Beauty http://dallas.craigslist.org/dal/ctd/6094928360.html via cPro for Craigslist iOS: http://tinyurl.com/cPro-iDevice Android: http://tinyurl.com/CL-Android Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www

[MBZ] It's green

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
1978 Mercedes 240D http://amarillo.craigslist.org/cto/6094264640.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.oki

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Theres a lethal dose limit for everything, if you drink too much water you'll die... -Curt From: MG via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: trainpain2...@aol.com Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 5:45 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style I beg to differ. In

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread MG via Mercedes
I beg to differ. In the first place just because something is "medicinal" that does not automatically make it harmless. This is proven over and over on a daily basis in hospitals. In the second place, while bismuth is less poisonous than other heavy metals, people who are exposed to it daily s

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Mountain Man via Mercedes
Andrew wrote: > And bismuth is not only harmless, it's medicinal... Medicinal bismuth sounds better than drug-resistant. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-drug-resistant-bacteria-travel-from-the-farm-to-your-table/ tin.tin ___ http://www.okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Now we're talking. On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 4:13 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > For Wild Turkey, Andrew would hove to visit a different aisle of Giant > Foods. > http://wildturkeybourbon.com/ > > > On April 19, 2017 at 2:50 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes < > mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
Didn't somebody buy a frequently maintained diesel Benz from an acquaintance and find the decaying remains of the original oil filter in it? Wilton? Gerry? Mitch. > On April 19, 2017 at 2:29 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Quickie oil change? meaning no oil change but a charge an

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
For Wild Turkey, Andrew would hove to visit a different aisle of Giant Foods. http://wildturkeybourbon.com/ > On April 19, 2017 at 2:50 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > > That is not wild turkey. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archive

Re: [MBZ] Turkey Hunting Wuz: OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I'm starting small, I've got a starter call. I've listened to a lot of calls and can more or less replicate what I've heard. I also understand that calling is a matter where "less is more", call a little, take a break. When a bird responds call once more and shut up for awhile, make him crazy to

Re: [MBZ] Turkey Hunting Wuz: OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
I love wild turkey leg! Low and slow, same as brisket. Low slow smoking is superb! Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes April 19, 2017 at 2:33 PM I do not claim to be an expert on turkey hunting, but did have the opportunity to partner with one on a couple of hunts. We

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Of course! Consult your veetnamese or pilipino populations for favorite Canis familiaris recipies. They should work just dandy for red fox. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes April 19, 2017 at 2:22 PM No turkeys have been observed in our environs, but we do have a res

Re: [MBZ] Turkey Hunting Wuz: OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I was out loading a log onto my trailer 3-4weeks ago using a come-along. Every time I cranked on it it would screech. Crank-screech GOBBLEGOBBLE Crank-screech GOBBLEGOBBLE from out in the woods. It was too funny, went on for some time. Day or two later I was out early in the morning and the

Re: [MBZ] Turkey Hunting Wuz: OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
I do not claim to be an expert on turkey hunting, but did have the opportunity to partner with one on a couple of hunts. We hunted over decoys using calls. Calling works when done expertly, and chases birds away when not done expertly. In spring the toms will display to attract the hens. A decoy

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
No turkeys have been observed in our environs, but we do have a resident red fox. Are they edible? On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 3:11 PM, Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > LOL! > > -Original Message- > From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Greg Fiorentino via Mercedes
LOL! -Original Message- From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:42 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Andrew Strasfogel Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style I'm glad you asked.

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
That is not wild turkey. There are two kinds of wild turkeys to hunt in the MD, DC, VA area: the kind the have feathers, and the kind that get goobermnt paychecks and should be tarred and feathered. In 1817, they would have been. The second kind are quite prolific in your neighborhood. G

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I think he's going to have to learn to actually drive his car... Does the dealership do his oil changes? I wonder if he's getting conventional oil. His usage profile is definitely what I would call "severe duty". -Curt From: Randy Bennell via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: R

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
I'm glad you asked. I stalk the poultry section of the local Giant, and then pounce when turkey breasts (fresh OR frozen) go on sale. I then proceed with stealth to the checkout line so as not to arouse any angry males ("toms"), pay with a credit card and affinity card to obtain the maximum disco

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
So, Andrew, how often do you go turkey hunting? Should be easy as standin' on a corner where you live. Curious minds want to know: What do you use for turkey huntin'? What technique do you use? Sit in a Blind and call em in? Crawl up to em on yer belly, injun style? Use Pepto bismol a

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Quickie oil change? meaning no oil change but a charge and paperwork for an oil change. M1? Randy Bennell via Mercedes April 19, 2017 at 11:27 AM Anyone have any ideas on how to prevent an engine from sludging up apart from "drive it like you stole it"? An old

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Curley McLain via Mercedes
Or almost as good a law that sez states must comply with fed lawsOOPS! that already exists Hmmm . Maybe it needs to say that states must also comply with runaway regulations from unelected regulators (who stay there in their cushy job for life) Meade Dillon via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] BDub dizzels

2017-04-19 Thread Ed Booher via Mercedes
Pictures or it didn't happen. :) On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 1:45 PM, Kevin Kraly via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Now, there will be two Moonrock silver Beatles with beige tops and > interiors in town, and they will both be in my driveway! > Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon > ___

Re: [MBZ] BDub dizzels

2017-04-19 Thread Kevin Kraly via Mercedes
In my case, the buyback is going to cover all but $1000 of the OTD price. Basically, this means that I am able to upgrade my 2014 with a brand-new 2015 for $1000! Of course, I could get a blah gray color Beetle with a black interior and top within 40 miles of me, but I don't like the black to

Re: [MBZ] OT Land Shark - low country style

2017-04-19 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
And bismuth is not only harmless, it's medicinal, as in "Pepto Bismol" has bismuth. On Tue, Apr 18, 2017 at 11:06 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > Not for turkey, that's for waterfowl and not for anything without > removable choke tubes, the steel is mighty hard on the barrel. > If I were going for wat

Re: [MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Sounds like the engine is not getting up to operating temperature. Thermostat faulty? Drive it for at least 30 minutes once a week? - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Apr 19, 2017 at 12:27 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Anyone have any ideas on how to prev

Re: [MBZ] BDub dizzels

2017-04-19 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 19/04/2017 10:37 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: https://jalopnik.com/you-can-now-buy-brand-new-tdi-volkswagens-with-crazy-di-1794431334 I don't see the discount as being anywhere near big enough. One would be buying a new car that is heading for 3 years old. Depreciation on a new

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The problem with the Vega engine design was the block was some new fancy silicone aluminum, and the head was cast iron.. the coolant was some special miracle material that was supposed to last forever... What happened however was a dis-similar metals reaction between the exotic aluminum and the ca

Re: [MBZ] Key shtuff.

2017-04-19 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Is the key issue something that all Mercedes potentially suffer or it is more likely with certain models? My old 76 115 300D likely has the original ignition cylinder. I have never experienced any issues with it that would indicate a problem but I cannot say that I want to suffer like Fred.

[MBZ] Sludge!

2017-04-19 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
Anyone have any ideas on how to prevent an engine from sludging up apart from "drive it like you stole it"? An older friend has a late model (maybe 3 year old) Dodge Dart that has been causing him troubles. It has maybe 15K miles on it. Had to have it towed in earlier this week as it would no

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
The M119 has that, and I am sure other newer engines. The 119 is quite robust. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2017, at 10:10 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Floyd Thursby wrote: > >> https://jalopnik.com/the-inline-six-engine-is-back-for-mercedes-benz-1794424745 > > Uh,Oh. No

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
The Vega had like a 1 gallon cooling system and "lifetime" coolant which didn't help overheating issues... -Curt From: Randy Bennell via Mercedes To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Randy Bennell Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2017 11:56 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodben

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 19/04/2017 10:10 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes wrote: Floyd Thursby wrote: https://jalopnik.com/the-inline-six-engine-is-back-for-mercedes-benz-1794424745 Uh,Oh. No steel cylinder liner? Aluminum cylinder? Wasn't it the CHevette that tried that with a high silicone etched aluminum block? Or

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Article says no mention of bringing that engine to 'Merica. Guess we'll have to lobby for changes to emission standards so we can get it. Maybe encourage Kalifornia to secede from the Union and then our cars won't be ruled by CARB idiocy? - Max Charleston SC _

[MBZ] BDub dizzels

2017-04-19 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://jalopnik.com/you-can-now-buy-brand-new-tdi-volkswagens-with-crazy-di-1794431334 -- --FT Winston Churchill: “Never give in--never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield to force; never yiel

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
Floyd Thursby wrote: > https://jalopnik.com/the-inline-six-engine-is-back-for-mercedes-benz-1794424745 Uh,Oh. No steel cylinder liner? Aluminum cylinder? Wasn't it the CHevette that tried that with a high silicone etched aluminum block? Or am I out of date on cylinder technology? Gerry --- Th

Re: [MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes
Interesting Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 19, 2017, at 9:44 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://jalopnik.com/the-inline-six-engine-is-back-for-mercedes-benz-1794424745 > > > -- > --FT > Winston Churchill: > “Never give in--never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small

[MBZ] MB attempts to build new rodbender

2017-04-19 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://jalopnik.com/the-inline-six-engine-is-back-for-mercedes-benz-1794424745 -- --FT Winston Churchill: “Never give in--never, never, never, never, in nothing great or small, large or petty, never give in except to convictions of honor and good sense. Never yield to force; never yield to the

Re: [MBZ] 1979 RARE MERCEDES BENZ 300D DIESEL MUST SEE ANTIQUE CLASSIC WOW CLEAN $6499

2017-04-19 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Katy, TX, a bit higher end on the scam scale --FT On 4/18/17 8:34 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes wrote: Hous ton ... home of the car scammers, and nigerian scammers. Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes April 18, 2017 at 6:56 PM 1979 RARE MERCEDES BENZ 300D DIESEL MUS

Re: [MBZ] Nice looking early 560

2017-04-19 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Looks nice, prob not $3500 nice but somewhere toward that number. I like the colors. --R On 4/18/17 9:51 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Seems to have been well maintained and the dude sounds honest. I would offer $2K if I wanted to buy it. On Tue, Apr 18, 2017 at 7:51 PM, Kaleb