Re: [MBZ] Retirement

I have no shortage of projects to do. Then there are places to go. And there are always things to do. Under the things to do category: Went yesterday with SWMBO and had Irsh coffee and Fish and chips. It was excellent and took over 2 hours. And I am not old enough to drink coffee! Fred

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

"$2000.00 and that is a great price for the vintage Mercedes." UNTIL you have to do an evapectomy! Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes January 20, 2018 at 7:56 PM 1991 Mercedes Turbo Diesel

Re: [MBZ] Not sure what to say about this

On Sat, 20 Jan 2018 22:08:16 -0500 (EST) Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: > I say Shirley would rather drive the white SDL. Shirley does not drive. I'm pretty sure Shirley would rather ride in the white SDL. Craig ___

Re: [MBZ] W163 and ball joints

cut the nut off with a grinder for flame wrench. BTDT, don't remember how I got er done. Most of the time i tighten it down, unless there is enough room under the nut to get channelllock on or a vice grip. Mitch Haley via Mercedes January 20, 2018 at 5:28 PM

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

that is just sick. When they wanted $60k for a dissel gran cherokee, I told em they were crazy! For that money, I'd buy a MB. Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes January 20, 2018 at 8:55 AM I was in a new Jeep Grand Cherokee the other day. Sticker price was $92k

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

On Sat, 20 Jan 2018 16:53:06 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > I removed the thermostat and reinstalled with the gasket but no > thermostat The best way is to put in a blocked-open thermostat, otherwise you do not get full flow through the radiator. > On

[MBZ] Retirement

My grandfather, born 1900, was retired from the Kent Constabulary in 1965,and, after 6 months at home, my grandmother brought him his hat and coat saying "Don't come back until you have a job." He took a Custodian of Quarters position for the Met. and worked for another 23 years, outliving my

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

New hood and fenders and what else? Fred Moir. Lynn MA. Diesel preferred. From: Mercedes on behalf of Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes Sent: 20 January 2018 20:56 To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] Not sure what to say about this

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Re: [MBZ] W163 and ball joints

I vote for grinder, nut splitter, hacksaw, etc. -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300 On January 20, 2018 6:28:17 PM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: >Ever have a ball joint separate from the taper while you're trying to >loosen the nut? >All 3 on my W163

Re: [MBZ] Not sure what to say about this

Yes but the decals are priceless. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 8:45 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > The roof is toast? > > -D > > > > On Jan 20, 2018, at 8:39 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > 1981

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

Not my idea of a meaningful life. I have a good friend my age who saved & planned so he retired,at 56- 16 years ago. no appeal for me- his life looks boring to me. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 8:57 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > The parents of

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

It is. Maybe the newest models might need the g48 but g05 is still approved Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 8:24 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > But isn't G05 approved for MB? Is there a cutoff year? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > 1982 300CD > 2005 E320

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

But isn't G05 approved for MB? Is there a cutoff year? Dwight Giles Jr. 1982 300CD 2005 E320 4matic Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 8:24 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > That’s the honey colored stuff. The current MB AF is blue. > > -D > > > > On Jan 20, 2018, at 7:01

Re: [MBZ] Might be nice

Yeah - NM is way outside the rust belt. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 8:37 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL > > https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/1986-mercedes-benz-300sdl/ > 6466109056.html > > > Sent from my iPhone > >

Re: [MBZ] I think Jaime needs this

If it's a complete car, might be worth it for parts. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 8:34 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 62 Mercedes Benz 220se coupe > > https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/62-mercedes-benz- > 220se-coupe/6466431880.html > > > Sent from my iPhone >

Re: [MBZ] Meth

Not even good quality meth. Second hand stuff. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 8:25 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1987 Mercedes > > https://stillwater.craigslist.org/cto/d/1987-mercedes-300- > sale-or/6465214303.html > > > Sent from my iPhone > >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Andrew needs a dually truck - Now Retirement

Yeah, but I couldn't resist the temptation. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 7:04 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: > Eee bad > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Jan 20, 2018 6:42 PM, "Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes" < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> Mme. DeFarge? >> >> On

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

This,was the best car I have ever owned in 55 years of driving. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 8:57 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1991 Mercedes Turbo Diesel > > https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/d/1991-mercedes-turbo- >

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

As much as they say they spend on it I would hope it was a new engine and not a used one. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 8:13 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > Depends on what they mean by engine was replaced. Was it a new engine or > from a wrecked car?

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

Depends on what they mean by engine was replaced. Was it a new engine or from a wrecked car? I replaced the engine in a W115 300D with a factory new long block. I was surprised at how bare that engine was - block, head, water pump, injection pump and injectors might have been all. On Sat, Jan 20,

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Right. It’s not worth the $10 extra per gallon for any of my cars. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 7:24 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > That’s the honey colored stuff. The current MB AF is blue. > > -D > > >> On Jan 20, 2018, at 7:01 PM, Mitch

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

Diesel engine? Could get that cruddy in six years, I s'pose. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 7:56 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1991 Mercedes Turbo Diesel > > https://sanantonio.craigslist.org/cto/d/1991-mercedes-turbo- > diesel/6466684723.html > > > Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

Engine rebuilt is 2012 hasn't been washed in 6 years of driving... looks about right for that. I've found that few folks ever think about cleaning up the engine compartment. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 6:56 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1991 Mercedes Turbo

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

The parents of a woman I work with retired in their early 50s. They planned carefully and saved, so they were able to bail when they were like 53. Neither parent has anything significant they do with their time. When asked what the best part of retirement is, dad says, “Not having to get up

[MBZ] Could be nice but engine seems dirty for a supposed new engine

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Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

I've heard of that before, but can't imagine it. I have way too many projects going to get bored. SWMBO makes us take a day off every two or three weeks - says we're working too hard. Of course, my "day "doesn't start till after noon . . . On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 1:25 PM, Dwight Giles via

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

You need to have citric acid on hand - for cleaning auto cooling systems, removing mineral deposits from the dishwasher, coffee pot, tea kettle, etc. (I'm guessing that your water is rather hard like ours is). http://www.chemistrystore.com/Chemicals_A-F-Citric_Acid_Anhydrous.html (where I've

Re: [MBZ] Not sure what to say about this

The roof is toast? -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 8:39 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D > > https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/cto/d/1981-mercedes-benz-240d/6466109003.html > > > Sent from my iPhone > >

[MBZ] Not sure what to say about this

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[MBZ] OUCH.

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[MBZ] Might be nice

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[MBZ] I think Jaime needs this

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[MBZ] Meth

1987 Mercedes https://stillwater.craigslist.org/cto/d/1987-mercedes-300-sale-or/6465214303.html 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:

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

That’s the honey colored stuff. The current MB AF is blue. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 7:01 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On January 20, 2018 at 6:48 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" >> wrote: >> >> >> Not sure what you mean

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

When we bought our F150XL (~$28k with electric windows, IIRC) the sales manager called the fancy trucks "pretty boy trucks". I'd told him I wanted a working truck to haul stuff, and didn't care what it looked like. We scratched the bed the second day we owned loading/unloading a 60 gal air

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

Wait, you have some critical function in the government? clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1986 SDL - Polei 1982 300 SD - Allen retired models- 2002 s430 - Victor, a Stately & well tailored crap 1976 300D - Blei Vanst - it looks silvery 1972 220D - Gump - She was green, simple and ran

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Well I have not filled it up yet because I have to wait for a thermostat to arrive.  I only use G05 On 1/20/2018 6:01 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On January 20, 2018 at 6:48 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: Not sure what you mean I hope he means

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Andrew needs a dually truck - Now Retirement

Eee bad Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 6:42 PM, "Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Mme. DeFarge? > > On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 5:06 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > My dad retired at 72. Immediately started

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

> On January 20, 2018 at 6:48 PM "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > Not sure what you mean I hope he means Zerex G-05. But isn't the current MBZ stuff orange? Mitch. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Not sure what you mean. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 5:42 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Next time refill with Zerex coolant. > >> On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 5:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> I removed the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

> On January 20, 2018 at 6:43 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > > And I presume you aren’t being paid while you’re taking your “vacation”? > When the County was cutting back, we called those “furlough days”. I think they get paid later after the debt ceiling

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

> On January 20, 2018 at 6:29 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > > The stupid part is that feds get a free vacation no one even asked for. > What a waste. But if it helps Chuckie Schumer negotiate perks for illegal aliens, it's worth it. Mitch.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

And I presume you aren’t being paid while you’re taking your “vacation”? When the County was cutting back, we called those “furlough days”. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 6:29 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > The stupid part is that feds get a free vacation

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Next time refill with Zerex coolant. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 5:53 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I removed the thermostat and reinstalled with the gasket but no thermostat > > > > On 1/20/2018 4:50 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote: > >> Did you remove

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Andrew needs a dually truck - Now Retirement

Mme. DeFarge? On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 5:06 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > My dad retired at 72. Immediately started working on a handicap > accessibility project for the Rod & Gun club. They got a grant from the > state. Got that done and immediately they got a

[MBZ] Dimitri would NOT approve

This gorgeous 3.5 coupe was originally tobacco brown. With a sunroof it would sell for $150k. Without, maybe 105,000. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1970-mercedes-benz-280se-3-5-coupe/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-01-20 My moss green 3.5 coupe was almost as nice

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

The stupid part is that feds get a free vacation no one even asked for. What a waste. On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 6:27 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes there are a lot of stories like that. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On Jan 20, 2018 4:09 PM, "Mitch

[MBZ] W163 and ball joints

Ever have a ball joint separate from the taper while you're trying to loosen the nut? All 3 on my W163 did that. Track link I finished taking the nut off by using a jack to shove the taper together. That wasn't so bad. Upper ball joint nut jammed solid when there was only about one thread left

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

Yes there are a lot of stories like that. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 4:09 PM, "Mitch Haley via Mercedes" wrote: > On January 20, 2018 at 3:49 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > From what I saw when I was at Kohler where

Re: [MBZ] 124 accelerator cable

Google is your friend, buddy: http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w124-e-ce-d-td-class/1735049-throttle-cable-replacement.html -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 6:13 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have never messed with the accelerator cable on a 124. I need to

[MBZ] 124 accelerator cable

I have never messed with the accelerator cable on a 124.  I need to replace the one on the 95 E300.  New ones are $50-60.  Is it worth messing with pulling a used one off another car or should I go new?  I have never had to replace one so I was not sure if these broke frequently.  Mine is

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Limo: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D

You should buy it. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 5:53 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yes, that pile of crap is back. > > > On 1/20/2018 4:51 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: > >>

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

I removed the thermostat and reinstalled with the gasket but no thermostat On 1/20/2018 4:50 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes wrote: Did you remove the thermostat to flush it? It'll help make sure there is good flow through the whole system. Jaime On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 4:35 PM, Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Limo: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D

Yes, that pile of crap is back. On 1/20/2018 4:51 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes wrote: https://barnfinds.com/diesel-limo-1981-mercedes-benz-300d/?utm_campaign=Newsletter_medium=email_source=Newsletter+(Daily)_content=morelink Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI

[MBZ] Diesel Limo: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D

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Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Did you remove the thermostat to flush it? It'll help make sure there is good flow through the whole system. Jaime On Sat, Jan 20, 2018 at 4:35 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I need to find a nozzle that will fit. That would have probably made it a >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Andrew needs a dually truck - Now Retirement

My dad retired at 72. Immediately started working on a handicap accessibility project for the Rod & Gun club. They got a grant from the state. Got that done and immediately they got a federal grant for an indoor airgun range which he's been working on for I think 2 years. He says this is the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Andrew needs a dually truck - Now Retirement

I retired in May 2016 but have continued to work part time since then. Will take a break this summer and fall. My Father retired at 70 and then worked part time until he was 85. Got a new book from Amazon this week-might explain some things.

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

I need to find a nozzle that will fit. That would have probably made it a little easier. I can’t imagine trying to do a flush like this on say, a 642 powered car. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 3:22 PM, Scott Ritchey via Mercedes > wrote: > > The cooling

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Well I just finished it up and pulled it back in the shop. Looking down in the radiator cap opening the top fins of the radiator look sparkling clean. I will say when I flushed it again after running the prestone in it a lot more junk came out, then on the next flush it was pretty clear. I

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

The cooling system in my old 300TD had much brown sludge. I had a hose nozzle that neatly fit inside the heater hoses so I used it to flush the heater core and the engine just by running (lots of) tap water through the heater and the block. That seemed to do the job.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Andrew needs a dually truck - Now Retirement

Yeah, I don’t think the County has a mandatory retirement age. A lot depends on what’s going on with the spouse. Her health isn’t nearly as good as mine, so whatever shape she’s in might dictate what my exit strategy ends up to be. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 4:09 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

> On January 20, 2018 at 3:49 PM Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > > From what I saw when I was at Kohler where the average length of service was > 28 years, if people didn’t have a plan for what they were going to do once > they retired they didn’t seem to last

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

I read about that but did not do it. It does not seem oily. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 3:01 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > > Is it oily? Isn't that the case where you put a little dishwasher detergent > (not dish soap) in? > > -Curt > > > On Saturday,

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

I spoke too soon. After flushing it the 2nd time while running it came out clear. I put the prestone in it and it’s running again for another 20 minutes. Will then flush it again and call it good. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 2:54 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

I would wait until you get clear water, or it’s just going to be crudded up (still), just not as bad as before. I would flush it from the hose on the back of the engine with the radiator cap off. Run water through it for 5-10 minutes, then close it up and run it and check. My 82 300SD had a

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Is it oily? Isn't that the case where you put a little dishwasher detergent (not dish soap) in? -Curt On Saturday, January 20, 2018, 3:54:21 PM EST, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: So I filled it up with water, let it run about 10 minutes then pulled the

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

So I filled it up with water, let it run about 10 minutes then pulled the line going into the heater valve. It came out dirt brown again. I then ran hose into the radiator cap until it ran clear again. I have done that twice so far and each time it comes up very dirty again. Next time I will

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

From what I saw when I was at Kohler where the average length of service was 28 years, if people didn’t have a plan for what they were going to do once they retired they didn’t seem to last very long after they did. These were people who were retiring with like 40, 50 and even 60 years of

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Do that and if you’re really worried about the citric acid flush, just got to the store and buy a sh*tload of KoolAid lemonade flavored drink mix - the stuff in the packets, not the container. It’s pretty much the same thing. I use it for cleaning dishwashers, washing machines, anything that

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

I don’t have any on hand so what I have done so far is started disconnecting hoses and flushing stuff out till it runs clear, then flushed some more. Now I filled it up with water and am running engine for a while. Will then flush it again. I have some Prestone flush that I will put in it since

Re: [MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

On Sat, 20 Jan 2018 13:49:35 -0600 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > Coolant in the 240d is rust brown. It’s probably the worst I have ever > seen. I need to do a good flush on it and replace thermostat. What is > everyone’s preferred method? 10% citric acid with

[MBZ] 240d cooling system flush

Coolant in the 240d is rust brown. It’s probably the worst I have ever seen. I need to do a good flush on it and replace thermostat. What is everyone’s preferred method? Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] OT FOR WILTON

This recent thread is evidently related to my "TWO STRANGERS" post in July, 2014, in which I related my story of two young men who lived with my family for several weeks in the summer of 1944. I did not realize it then, but I now feel confident that they were very likely German POW's. Here's

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

Yes I have failed retirement so far. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Jan 20, 2018 2:22 PM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes" wrote: > Yup. Shutdown stinks. > > I love my job, so much that I consistently end up selling vacation time > back to the County every year. > > I’m

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

Yup. Shutdown stinks. I love my job, so much that I consistently end up selling vacation time back to the County every year. I’m dreading retirement, as I fear I’ll be bored out of my mind. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 12:54 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > If there's a

Re: [MBZ] ATF - Pink Milkshake

Its a pretty good video and his shot of contaminated fluid looks just like mine. I wonder if his test strips are doing coolant (glycol) or just water. I'm pretty sure our problem is just water. I know its not coolant from the engine since this is hydraulic oil and its not cooled by the engine.

[MBZ] ATF - Pink Milkshake

A recent list discussion addressed de-watering ATF that looked pink from water contamination. I just saw a couple YouTube videos that addressed this if caused by coolant contamination via the transmission cooler in the radiator. See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wW4YbQVY7yo

Re: [MBZ] Watch "Multimeter Tips & Tricks" on YouTube

Oh geez, when I replied before I didn't realize it was a This Old Tony video. I watch a bunch of his stuff. Don't think I'd seen this one. -Curt On Saturday, January 20, 2018, 12:47:33 PM EST, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Sat, 20 Jan 2018 08:59:39 -0500 Meade

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

If there's a government shutdown, I expect each of you to contribute lavishly to my GoFundMe account. Just kidding. Eventually, we will get paid for the Lost Time. By the way, this is not my idea of a vacation. I enjoy my job. On Jan 20, 2018 8:03 AM, "Dan Penoff via Mercedes"

Re: [MBZ] Watch "Multimeter Tips & Tricks" on YouTube

On Sat, 20 Jan 2018 08:59:39 -0500 Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: > https://youtu.be/uFTQxWlMGeE > > I did not know about half of these. Good to bookmark for those with > questions about using a multimeter. I said to myself, "Self, maybe you don't know some of these

Re: [MBZ] unburned diesel vapor

If the gasket behind the lift pump went bad, where it mates to the main pump, wouldnt we be seeing engine oil? There is a copper crush under the hand pump that would leak fuel. On Jan 19, 2018 3:07 PM, "Curley McLain via Mercedes" wrote: > That, plus tighten the lift

Re: [MBZ] Watch "Multimeter Tips & Tricks" on YouTube

To go along with my 7 Lantern How-To videos? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bt6BKdYkzd8=PLpXK_13A33EXecIDhmO3d2DZib_0_uu80 -Curt On Saturday, January 20, 2018, 8:59:47 AM EST, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: https://youtu.be/uFTQxWlMGeE I did not know about

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

$27k XL is a 2wd, its dammed hard to get a 4wd under $30k. To be fair heated seats are pretty terrific when you've been out hunting and are frozen pretty much to the bone. Just before the end of the year I went hunting with a big group, it was in the single digits pretty much the whole time,

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

I agree. I generally buy used. This red truck is only the 3rd new one ever and the previous one was 1977. Sure has been nice to have a vehicle that does not need anything. I am getting old and not nearly so anxious to work on them as I once was, especially in winter when most problems arise.

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

i sure like sub-10k vehicles, and I like 1500 to 2500 cars even better! Spending near 100K on a cheep is NUTS! of course few fools buy them, the lease them Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes January 20, 2018 at 8:55 AM I was in a new Jeep Grand Cherokee the other

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

I was in a new Jeep Grand Cherokee the other day. Sticker price was $92k Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 20, 2018, at 8:38 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > my point exactly! > > My standard question is "How much Mercedes can I buy for that money?" > except

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

my point exactly! My standard question is "How much Mercedes can I buy for that money?" except for as simple a van I can find, the question has always led to no sale or buying another old MB. The new MBs have destroyed the resale value and reliability, and the crypsler people destroyed

Re: [MBZ] Next week

Time to grab a bite and that’s about it. Not enough time to go to the range or anything fun like that…. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 9:28 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Three and a half hours not much time. > > Rick > Original Message > From: Kaleb C.

Re: [MBZ] Next week

Three and a half hours not much time. Rick   Original Message   From: Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2018 8:50 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Reply To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Kaleb C. Striplin Subject: [MBZ] Next week I get in around 2:30 Monday and have

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

I’m just stunned at the prices on these things, even a base model F150. It’s crazy. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 9:18 AM, tyee165 via Mercedes > wrote: > > I would guess that most of the fancy trucks are sold to old men with deep > pockets. They buy a loaded pickup

Re: [MBZ] Major disappointment

I would guess that most of the fancy trucks are sold to old men with deep pockets. They buy a loaded pickup instead of a Cadillac or Lincoln, especially now when they no longer make large cars. The fancy truck has become a status symbol for them. My previous truck was a Lariat so upscale of my

Re: [MBZ] Poos

Typical winter weather - low 70s during the day, sunny, lows in the low 60s. -D > On Jan 20, 2018, at 8:48 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > What is the weather in Tampa going to be like next week? > > > --- > This email has been checked for viruses by

[MBZ] Watch "Multimeter Tips & Tricks" on YouTube

https://youtu.be/uFTQxWlMGeE I did not know about half of these. Good to bookmark for those with questions about using a multimeter. Curt may find some inspiration for a "how to" for driving the groomer or such. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

[MBZ] Next week

I get in around 2:30 Monday and have till around 6pm if you are available. --- This email has been checked for viruses by AVG. http://www.avg.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] Poos

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Re: [MBZ] Sun visor clips

R129 ones as well as the little piece of plastic trim around the attachment point of the sun visor are stupid expensive, like $50. -D > On Jan 19, 2018, at 9:12 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > SLC can be had all day long. Try finding for the SL, in green. >

Re: [MBZ] OT: Andrew needs a dually truck

Could be like me - I work 6:30 am to 3:30 pm. And that’s when I’m not working from home. Our management says we need to work from home more to save money and resources. I figure I still have a good half a day left when I get off work. -D > On Jan 19, 2018, at 8:04 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via

Re: [MBZ] The latest story on the CAB

Between the top and the cylinders, not including labor, you’re talking roughly $2000 for parts to make things right. Personally, I would walk away from this as you’ll be upside down on it before you start. W124 cabs aren’t so unique that they’re making the market go crazy, so unless you want

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