Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

I used an airbrush for the leatherique on my SL seats. Looked great. I see they use airbrushes to apply makeup now. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: h

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

The paint I have is close but not a perfect match. I’m not looking for perfection- this is a daily driver 240D that sees winter use. The rust repair is a novel approach for me- kind of a regression from my usual technique of meticulous patch panel fitting, welding and metal finishing. With in

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Well brush out the pubic hair Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Feb 27, 2018 9:09 PM, "Dimitri" wrote: Hmmm playboy. So maybe I can become the next Hugh;) Yes the one in Rockland. Sent from my iPhone On Feb 27, 2018, at 8:39 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: Sounds right-go for it. They used to use,air

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Not much use for airbrush today. It is all photo shop, and the lads like naturals with all flaws on display.It is more modern to have prickly legs hair, muskrats trapped under the arms, and gravity enabled plush bits. Only advertising uses airbrush. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone g

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Hmmm playboy. So maybe I can become the next Hugh;) Yes the one in Rockland. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 8:39 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: > > Sounds right-go for it. They used to use,air brushes in Playboy on the > centerfold. Must have fine control abilities. Is this the 240D you ha

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Sounds right-go for it. They used to use,air brushes in Playboy on the centerfold. Must have fine control abilities. Is this the 240D you had in Rockland? Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Feb 27, 2018 8:34 PM, "Dimitri via Mercedes" wrote: > I think these full size spray guns might be overkill f

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

I think these full size spray guns might be overkill for such a small area. I will try the airbrush tomorrow and let you all know how I fare! Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 7:21 PM, tyee165 via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > > > Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A > Original message

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Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A Original message From: Randy Bennell via Mercedes Date: 2018-02-27 5:36 PM (GMT-06:00) To: Randy Bennell via Mercedes Cc: Randy Bennell Subject: Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up? On 27/02/2018 5:33 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > On 27

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

This might be better. https://www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/paint/hvlp-detail-spray-gun-46719.html Setting up the compressor and hoses will be a real PIA for such a small area. It might be gooder to rent a small desktop system that can handle drying the air. Something like this. https://ww

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Rattle cans cause a lot of overspray into surrounding area which is why I wish to avoid. I thought an airbrush might minimize this but I’m not sure! Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 6:40 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > GOOD THOUGHT Mr. Randy! > > Dimitri can hit a paint sh

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

GOOD THOUGHT Mr. Randy! Dimitri can hit a paint shop for a custom mix, and they can put it in a rattle can for him. One can should allow for four or five coats. Rattle can takes more coats than a gun. clay 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green 1986 SDL - Polei 1982 300 SD - Allen > On Feb

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

On 27/02/2018 5:33 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 27/02/2018 4:46 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: I’m doing some minor rust repairs on the pastel gray 78 240D. I was just going to use the brush that comes in the 2 oz bottle of touch up paint I got from paint scratch but I’m wondering

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

On 27/02/2018 4:46 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: I’m doing some minor rust repairs on the pastel gray 78 240D. I was just going to use the brush that comes in the 2 oz bottle of touch up paint I got from paint scratch but I’m wondering if using an airbrush would yield superior results. The a

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

That wee brush that comes is only meant for use on very small nicks and scratch, not the large area Dimitri is hitting. 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 - i

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Andrew, I truly doubt that he is going to get a good finish on an area that is 3 X 4 inches with a cardboard match or any small paint brush. RB On 27/02/2018 5:16 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: A professional detailed advised that You MUST use a proper brush. Not the POS nail polish

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Dimitri, it will be a hassle to blend the paint with the rest of the car. Then, again, the fresh paint may not be a complete match anyway. I ordered paint by the code and it was as factory, but my 40 year old paint on the car was not factory anymore. Now I have freckles. OK, do the airbrush.

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

Detailer On Feb 27, 2018 6:16 PM, "Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > A professional detailed advised that You MUST use a proper brush. Not the > POS nail polish brush in the bottle. Or even better-- a cardboard match cut > at a 45 degree angle. > > On Feb 27, 2018

Re: [MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

A professional detailed advised that You MUST use a proper brush. Not the POS nail polish brush in the bottle. Or even better-- a cardboard match cut at a 45 degree angle. On Feb 27, 2018 5:46 PM, "Dimitri via Mercedes" wrote: > I’m doing some minor rust repairs on the pastel gray 78 240D. I was

[MBZ] Airbrush for touch up?

I’m doing some minor rust repairs on the pastel gray 78 240D. I was just going to use the brush that comes in the 2 oz bottle of touch up paint I got from paint scratch but I’m wondering if using an airbrush would yield superior results. The areas in question are the lower passenger front door c

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

Could be true. The leather was not the standard stuff, perforated and one of the option check mark things from the dealer literature. 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 -

Re: [MBZ] Benz Porn

I like the theft deterrent aspect of the lighting off. Our 220D kept the thieves from bothering, even if any key on the key chain would turn the lock. The Gorilla knob was able to thwart the teen drivers as well. Now, all you need do is sit in the car and push a button. clay 1974 450sl -

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

You are correct about phone and cd changer. Leather was not part of the package though. I have one e300 se that has Tex. The other one I have has leather. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 3:43 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > Could be FOS. Monochrome might be due to accide

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

Could be FOS. Monochrome might be due to accident and poor paint job. Having owned an SE e300d, you get all the magic and options. Big wheels and special rims (6 hole). Cell phone, CD player, Magic wood, upgraded leather, speaker upgrades. It had upgraded door sills, metal flake paint and

Re: [MBZ] Benz Porn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd5fmMeiFqU RB On 27/02/2018 3:36 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: Too bad that it's a 300, not a 300D . . . Otherwise, I like it! On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 3:10 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_contin

Re: [MBZ] Benz Porn

Too bad that it's a 300, not a 300D . . . Otherwise, I like it! On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 3:10 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=47&v=beCyvP6JJ3c > > Oh, My!! > > > clay > > 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green > 1986 SDL - P

[MBZ] hand tires still have really good thread

car has been to Georgia Florida North Carolina Myrtle Beach ect https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1999-mercedes-e320-lowmiles/6504954488.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] Max is this the same POS

Yep, carefully photographed to avoid the ugly passenger side. Looks like someone bought it, fixed it, and is trying to flip. - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 4:26 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/ce/6

Re: [MBZ] no rattle,shake or slop

There's enough candor to send prospective buyers running the other direction On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 4:28 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > and not a TD either > > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1982-mbz-300-td/6504166242.html > > -- > --FT > > > __

[MBZ] no rattle,shake or slop

and not a TD either https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/1982-mbz-300-td/6504166242.html -- --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.c

Re: [MBZ] SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY!!!

Previously owned by Michael Jackson. On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 4:26 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Totally has to be an SE for this price: $280029406 > Mandatory+Training> > > - > Max > Charlest

[MBZ] Max is this the same POS

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Re: [MBZ] SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY!!!

Totally has to be an SE for this price: $280029406 - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 4:23 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/20

Re: [MBZ] The New AutohausAZ

Crap. $.06 down the drain. I knew I should have done more research. On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 4:16 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It’s $8.56 on importecautoparts.com > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 27, 2018, at 1:15 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < >

[MBZ] I have moved from crack to meth

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[MBZ] SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY!!!

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Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

SE has different rims, burl wood, Mercedes Benz door plates, and will have memory seat and telescoping wheel Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 3:06 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > The girl unit's 95 E320 is a "special edition" apparently because it is only > one color top

Re: [MBZ] The New AutohausAZ

It’s $8.56 on importecautoparts.com Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 1:15 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > I finally ordered my vacuum pump diaphragm kit. AutohausAZ had the lowest > price of all that I checked. I don't care much for the website redesign > but I suppo

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

That is not a SE though Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 27, 2018, at 12:58 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > What a deal! > > https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/1995-mercedes-e320-w124/6492232650.html > > -D > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.co

[MBZ] Benz Porn

https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=47&v=beCyvP6JJ3c Oh, My!! 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,

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

The girl unit's 95 E320 is a "special edition" apparently because it is only one color top and bottom.  Supposedly most of them came with 2 colors which was notspecial.  That's what the PO said anyway, he might have been FOS. --FT On 2/27/18 2:21 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Not a sp

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM Re: OT a little truth for the albore crowd.

Hey, the rest of the group has been on this thread for days. That was my first and only post on the subject. RB On 27/02/2018 11:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Randy, No more, please. Mom On Feb 27, 2018, at 12:28 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: On 27/02/2018 8:40 AM, Andr

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

The OM603 is the engine for the R107 - - - the OM617 is too tall for an easy installation (yes, I know it's been done). On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 1:26 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I do not like red cars, but it is a good deal for somebody. > > I had a fellow over f

Re: [MBZ] The New AutohausAZ

Agreed - if there is urgency I use Rock or FCP Euro. But by and large the AHAZ customer service has been great to me, as regards returns and being able to talk to an agent. On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 2:49 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I have been hearing less than co

Re: [MBZ] The New AutohausAZ

I have been hearing less than complimentary things about AHAZ lately. Seems some changes are afoot there, and not for the better. I rarely buy anything from them unless it’s one of the little bits and bobs like copper washers that you can’t find anywhere else unless they’re stupid money. Just

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

I do not like red cars, but it is a good deal for somebody. I had a fellow over for some parts the other day. He is transplanting an OM602 into a w129. It gave me bad thoughts. Very bad thoughts, as I am also in lust with the idea of putting a 617 into a C107. The 129 might be a simpler proj

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

Not a special edition unless someone has removed the rims, door jambs, gear shift knob, probably more. - Max Charleston SC On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 2:09 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > How much is a new wiring harness? > > > On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 12:58 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] I need Albore's LIST MOM's opinion on this E300dizzel

I have 5 new glow plugs that need a new home. Let me know offlist if interested. On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 1:35 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yeah I should get that thing and try it out. I have a 12-2 mtg on > Thursday so can't make lunch then but we can get org

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM

DAMN! I did it again. Sorry to keep drudging this up. I will stay quiet for now on 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 - S

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

He says that's the cause, but it may be something more serious. On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 2:09 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > How much is a new wiring harness? > > > On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 12:58 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > What a deal! > > > > https://por

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM Re: OT a little truth for the albore crowd.

Mt. Pinatubo was more effective. 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 1995 E300D - Gave her li

[MBZ] The New AutohausAZ

I finally ordered my vacuum pump diaphragm kit. AutohausAZ had the lowest price of all that I checked. I don't care much for the website redesign but I suppose I'll get used to it. Febi Vacuum Pump Repair Kit; Diaphragm Kit P/N: 0015860743 1 x $8.62 ___ http:/

Re: [MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

How much is a new wiring harness? On Tue, Feb 27, 2018 at 12:58 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What a deal! > > https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/1995-mercedes- > e320-w124/6492232650.html > > -D > > > ___ > http://www.ok

[MBZ] One for the PNW Boys

What a deal! https://portland.craigslist.org/clk/cto/d/1995-mercedes-e320-w124/6492232650.html -D ___ 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/

Re: [MBZ] I need Albore's LIST MOM's opinion on this E300dizzel

Yeah I should get that thing and try it out.  I have a 12-2 mtg on Thursday so can't make lunch then but we can get organized at some time.  I guess I should just put it back together and see how it runs, then deal with the plugs if it doesn't run well. --FT On 2/27/18 11:11 AM, Meade Dillon

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

Yes that is right. Only I took apart the box, cleaned out all the old grease, and put in the Moly grease. I think I did that on the 300D about 10 yrs ago, and it has been troublefree since. I did the 300TE and 300TD before that, but both of them are gone, so I can't testify as to the duratio

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM Re: OT a little truth for the albore crowd.

Randy, No more, please. Mom > On Feb 27, 2018, at 12:28 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 27/02/2018 8:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: >> Didn't you read the list mom's admonition to stay on topic? You are more >> than deplorable -you're incorrigible. >> > > I fin

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM Re: OT a little truth for the albore crowd.

On 27/02/2018 8:40 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Didn't you read the list mom's admonition to stay on topic? You are more than deplorable -you're incorrigible. I find it interesting that the believers want to stifle the deniers. Also that the believers are still prepared to drive t

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

Craig, I don't know, but the size of the wiper blade might be a clue. At some point MB changed the wiper design which allowed for a longer wiper blade. My '87 uses 22 inch blades, if your '90 uses a longer blade (I don't recall if 23 or 24 inches) then it probably has the latter design which is f

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

On Tue, 27 Feb 2018 10:56:57 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Not sure exactly, but a 95 will definitely have the pop-off plastic > cover. And a '90 will definitely have the early model, I presume. Craig > > On Feb 27, 2018, at 10:32 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > > wrote: > > > >

Re: [MBZ] I need Albore's LIST MOM's opinion on this E300dizzel

Have you tested the GPs? I've got an ammeter rigged up with heavy wire so you can watch the current spike and then drop as they heat up. We should do lunch, maybe Thursday, and I can loan you the tool. Drop off the manifold for a hot tank dip to clean it out? I wonder if Star Motors has one, Si

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

Not sure exactly, but a 95 will definitely have the pop-off plastic cover. -D > On Feb 27, 2018, at 10:32 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > What is the delineation between early and late models? I should do this to > the girlchild's car. I think it is a 95, I forget. > > --R >

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

What is the delineation between early and late models?  I should do this to the girlchild's car.  I think it is a 95, I forget. --R On 2/27/18 9:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: If I recall correctly, the early models had to be disassembled to get to the gear train. Later models allowe

[MBZ] I need Albore's LIST MOM's opinion on this E300dizzel

So I took off the manifold and cleaned up the EGR and got it working OK (at least it opens and closes with vacuum, not sure if the car systems are working to make it do that).  It was throwing EGR and glow plug codes, I read some other reports that suggest the EGR might somehow lead to the gene

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM

Put a sock on it, both of you. You’re acting like a couple of petulant five year olds. If you want to play the “last word” game you will be moderated. Period. List Mom ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ T

Re: [MBZ] LIST MOM Re: OT a little truth for the albore crowd.

Didn't you read the list mom's admonition to stay on topic? You are more than deplorable -you're incorrigible. On Feb 27, 2018 12:26 AM, "Curley McLain via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Snopes has also been proven to use lies to "prove" lies. > > Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

If I recall correctly, the early models had to be disassembled to get to the gear train. Later models allowed you to pop the plastic cover off and get right at the gear and rod/bushing. Made it far easier to maintain them. -D > On Feb 27, 2018, at 9:14 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

On my 124.193, the mono-wiper assembly was very difficult to open up, lube, and put back together. Basically the entire motor / transmission / linkage assembly has to come apart, so one has to carefully scribe marks to get the timing right during re-assembly. On the later cars, I think there are

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

I use Mobil1 synthetic grease, the pink stuff. Seems to work well. -D > On Feb 27, 2018, at 8:24 AM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > Molybednum base grease. Never did claim I could type very well. > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To searc

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

Molybednum base grease. Never did claim I could type very well. ___ 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.c

Re: [MBZ] 124 wiper motor question

Agreed. This is one of the first things I do on cars with the monowiper. It’s a fairly easy job and assures that it doesn’t puke. -D > On Feb 27, 2018, at 1:37 AM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Uh, the obvious: Lube the mechanism with Moby grease? > > The monowiper is fine, but