Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

Hipsters want “ironic” cars if they want one at all. Or, they like the “virtue signaling” sort of car. The Priuiii. Around here they like the old benz or other iconic car. IF they get in the family way, then, by all means something with a plug will make them whole. I doubt they have any

Re: [MBZ] Silicone glue

Exact name of product, Manufacturer, and where can I get some? How is it applied? brush, tube, ?? On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 8:47 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: > I just discovered this stuff today! I used it to glue the rubber that > separated from the metal on the lower

[MBZ] Silicone glue

I just discovered this stuff today! I used it to glue the rubber that separated from the metal on the lower door trim on the 78 240D. It has a strong initial bond - I didn’t even have to clamp it. It claims to bond rubber and metal among other things and is unaffected by extreme temperatures or

Re: [MBZ] OT: One less diesel

Same theme, different demise. Our 2018 x5d with less than 5k miles ate its high pressure fuel pump, showering everything downstream with shrapnel. A new fuel system is on order from east coast. Car is out of commission until further notice. Nice car while it lasted. How can these pump failures

Re: [MBZ] VW heading toward EVs

They will not sell enough evs to hit the co2 target for the fleet, so they will have to keep the diesels for awhile. But they are making a serious ev push. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018, 5:53 PM Curley McLain via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Jake Fisher of*Consumer Reports is hardly

[MBZ] Any WWII reenactors/collectors

Well, the bay of fleas indicate some interest, but a plethora of vendors. https://www.ebay.com/itm/NOS-WWII-US-ARMY-Cleaner-Oil-Rifle-Bore-Tin-Poison-CURRAN-CORP-MALDEN-MASS-2-OZ/173016472031?hash=item284895d9df:g:dAQAAOSwoYhaJheR This auction i think is exactly what I have. The cans are

Re: [MBZ] 190d engine NOT locked up

> > > Curley McLain wrote: > > > > > > Were you trying to drag it in 1st or 2nd gear? > > Kaleb wrote: > > 2nd. Been many years since I have attempted this. > Curley wrote: > BINGO! There's yer PROBLEMO! When I rolled my 62 190Dc down > the hill 40+ yrs ago to start it with a weak battery,

[MBZ] Any WWII reenactors/collectors

I lost the phone number for my expert. So the question goes to all y'all. ~50 years ago I bought a master case of rifle bore cleaner, WWII surplus, in 2 oz cans. I used/traded/gave away about 1/3 of it. In the cans of what is left, most of the cleaner has evaporated, but I wondered if

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

I like that! Goobermnt Darwin Awards! We also need Goobermnt slimeball awards, But nearly everyone employed in Dc gets wunna dem! Proxie's Golden Fleece Awards were classic! G Mann via Mercedes wrote: Finally got the video to come up via another link when I searched for it. Almost as

Re: [MBZ] 190d engine NOT locked up

Got ya Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2018, at 7:58 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > BINGO! There's yer PROBLEMO! When I rolled my 62 190Dc down the hill 40+ > yrs ago to start it with a weak battery, It was always 4th (of 4) gear. > When we'd pull

Re: [MBZ] 190d engine NOT locked up

BINGO! There's yer PROBLEMO! When I rolled my 62 190Dc down the hill 40+ yrs ago to start it with a weak battery, It was always 4th (of 4) gear. When we'd pull tractors, it was always 5th to start it. Trucks, in 4th, (4 speed) cars in 3rd (3 speed). Otherwise the tars slide on the

Re: [MBZ] VW heading toward EVs

Jake Fisher of*Consumer Reports is hardly someone to be taken as an authority, in light of the toada/CR scandals. He is a shill paid by toada. Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Jake Fisher of*Consumer Reports ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

Maybe people are figgering out that 19 K for a durable car is more sensible than 40-60k for an electronic toy that gets crushed in 10 years, more or less Suspension: No, SLS in need of adjustment or new control (Hydromechanical) Bet it needs spheres too. Meade Dillon via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 190d engine locked up

2nd. Been many years since I have attempted this. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2018, at 7:33 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Were you trying to drag it in 1st or 2nd gear? If so, that would explain the > problem. push or pull, you want 4th or even

Re: [MBZ] 190d engine locked up

Were you trying to drag it in 1st or 2nd gear? If so, that would explain the problem. push or pull, you want 4th or even 5th to start it.Maybe third if you are going slow. Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes wrote: So I decided to attempt pull or push starting it. Unloading it off the

Re: [MBZ] Somebody crapped their pants on the interstate

And parts made from unobtanium G Mann via Mercedes wrote: "Common Sense 101" is not on any college curriculum that I've ever seen. However, it is on every successful business curriculum that lasts more than a generation. Some of the applicants I have seen in business surely have their "Darwin

Re: [MBZ] Diesels

No changes in hardware, but cannot be retrofitted to older cars? I'd like more info on this. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 6:03 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Sounds promising. I hope it works out and is affordable. > > On Wed, Apr 25, 2018

Re: [MBZ] Diesels

Sounds promising. I hope it works out and is affordable. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 4:27 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bloomberg.com/amp/news/ > articles/2018-04-25/bosch-says-it-s-made-a-breakthrough- >

[MBZ] Diesels

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bloomberg.com/amp/news/articles/2018-04-25/bosch-says-it-s-made-a-breakthrough-that-can-save-diesel-engines Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] VW heading toward EVs

Tarnished by scandal, VW looks to electric carsPublished: Wednesday, April 25, 2018 Three years after news broke of Volkswagen's emissions cheating scandal known as "dieselgate," the automaker is looking to rebrand. VW plans to ramp up its supply of electric vehicles and largely turn away from

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Addison sez: >I believe the correct term starts with a B and >ends with an H. :-) Nah. Starts with "C" and rhymes with bundt (Mercedes content). Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

I've got plenty of documentation, and would shore up the interior b4 selling. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 1:37 PM, Dimitri via Mercedes wrote: > To a certain degree you are right but I’ve seen young kids enamored by > beautiful old benzes. I’m 46 so I’m young enough to want

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 149, Issue 130

Dan, I believe the correct term starts with a B and ends with an H. :-) Addison On Apr 25, 2018, Dan asked: Can you refer to a woman as a douche? I think she fit the definition, for sure. -D > On Apr 25, 2018, at 11:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

To a certain degree you are right but I’ve seen young kids enamored by beautiful old benzes. I’m 46 so I’m young enough to want one of these older cars for another 30-40 years! I have no interest in Prius or any other gimmicky overly computerized toys. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2018,

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

1. Should I make payments on my student loans or should I pay $30,000 for a 40 year old Mercedes wagon... -vs- 2. I'm successful and have disposable income, I've always wanted one of those Mercedes wagons.. this one is pristine.. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 10:02 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

On 25/04/2018 11:33 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: I guess my question is whether this is a temporary bubble or aberration in the 123 wagon market, or has an inflection point been reached and values will only go up from here? - Max Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

You’ll need really nice paint and an almost perfect interior plus documentation from new! Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2018, at 12:34 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > My 364k mike 300td may end up on the auction block at this rate. It blows > cold.

Re: [MBZ] I have someone else interested in our Peterbilt ...

On Wed, 25 Apr 2018 08:09:30 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" wrote: > Most titles I have seen when you make a copy void appears all over it. Thank you very much, Kaleb. Craig ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] I have someone else interested in our Peterbilt ...

On Tue, 24 Apr 2018 20:27:08 -0700 G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > Title also gives them a document to give to their insurance company. > Neither the owner or the finance company can legally move a commercial > truck without an insurance binder in place. Tain't legal. >

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

My 364k mike 300td may end up on the auction block at this rate. It blows cold. Has good rubber and a child seat. On Apr 25, 2018 12:20 PM, "Randy Bennell via Mercedes" < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 25/04/2018 8:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > >>

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

I guess my question is whether this is a temporary bubble or aberration in the 123 wagon market, or has an inflection point been reached and values will only go up from here? - Max Charleston SC ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

On 25/04/2018 8:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-4/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-04-25 I have no words. -D ___ Maybe not. What does it cost to buy a new Hyundai Santa Fe

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

The Port Authority of NY and NJ... AKA "The Port of Authority"... is one of the most unaccountable organizations in the USA. I love it when these entitled a**h***s aren't smart enough to understand the limits of their influence. Perhaps she thought mentioning that they were PhD students would

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

I watched it. Looked more like a resumé generating event to me. Can you refer to a woman as a douche? I think she fit the definition, for sure. -D > On Apr 25, 2018, at 11:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > except this was a resume-enhancer for her > >

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Grant wrote: > ... thanks - it works... after you copy the whole thing... tin ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/25/video-shows-ex-clinton-aide-in- profanity-laced-confrontation-with-cops.html#ampshare=http:/ /www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/25/video-shows-ex- clinton-aide-in-profanity-laced-confrontation-with-cops.html This may or may not work.. seems the server it

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

except this was a resume-enhancer for her --FT On 4/25/18 11:39 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: I recommend we form a new category called the "Government Employee Darwin Awards" for such epic displays of "hol ma beer while I commit public social suicide"... -- --FT

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Grant wrote: > Finally got the video to come up via another link... Give the link? thanks tin ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Finally got the video to come up via another link when I searched for it. Almost as good as watching Rachel Madcow cry on election night... My day is complete Officers did a very credible job of remaining professional and on point. I recommend we form a new category called the "Government

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

I had to watch it in Safari, would not play in Firefox.  Might be something to do with ad-blocker? The cops involved deserve medals for dealing with this kind of insanity from over-privileged narcissists --FT On 4/25/18 11:08 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: Apparently, the video has been

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Ex Clinton aide flashes her work credentials and treats cops like Hillary treats subordinates and voters. Then gets to choose between resigning her job or being fired for ethics violations. I suspect if she didn't drag her job into her antics, she'd still have a job. The people of NY and NJ

Re: [MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Apparently, the video has been removed or blocked.. I'm unable to get the video link to play. I'm crushed, nothing like coffee and watching an over self impressed insane person dive off the deep end in the morning. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 8:01 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes <

[MBZ] WOT -- anyone from New Jersey?

Tenafly specifically, know this lovely lady?  She's a commissioner!  Call her Commissioner, not ma'am! http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2018/04/25/video-shows-ex-clinton-aide-in-profanity-laced-confrontation-with-cops.html your video entertainment for the day -- --FT

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

250,000 miles... You could buy a pretty nice example for $5,000, spend an equal amount to make it outstanding and make a good profit... -Curt On Wednesday, April 25, 2018, 9:10:40 AM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

If the mileage were under 125K then I wouldn’t be surprised at the selling price considering condition, documentation, originality of paint, basically one owner history. But this car has high mileage! Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2018, at 9:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

Yah a new interior and some nice paint can almost pay for itself in a wagon these days. Guy out here asks 40k for nice ones and gets it. On Wed, Apr 25, 2018, 6:10 AM Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

I guess the seller got a good return on the new carpet install! It looks to me like the rear suspension is sagging, probably tired springs in the rear suspension. - Max Charleston SC On Wed, Apr 25, 2018 at 9:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

> On April 25, 2018 at 9:10 AM Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-4/ In case anybody was wondering what a 124 coupe was worth... https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1988-mercedes-benz-300ce-2/

Re: [MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

Total stupidity Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 25, 2018, at 8:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-4/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-04-25 > > I have no words. > > -D >

[MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-4/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2018-04-25 I have no words. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] I have someone else interested in our Peterbilt ...

Most titles I have seen when you make a copy void appears all over it. Sent from my iPhone > On Apr 24, 2018, at 10:27 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Title also gives them a document to give to their insurance company. > Neither the owner or the finance company

Re: [MBZ] Packing them deep

I've surprised a wannabe boy racer in a rice-eater a time or two on the onramps in the stodgy 560 SEL. Takes more than a fart pipe and a coffee can exhaust, and a ruined suspension, to make a fast car. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives