[MBZ] OT Central Northwest Florida Justice

2021-01-02 Thread archer75--- via Mercedes
CENTRAL NORTHWEST FLORIDA JUSTICE DEPUTY CHARLIE DRIGGERS was shot and killed by a prisoner in front of the Dixie County Jail. He and another deputy had arrested the man at approximately 4:00 am for being drunk. When they got to the jail, Deputy Driggers opened the back door of the patrol

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
I would suspect most folks will piss it away. I also suspect the government will find a way to tax that distribution at the absolute highest rate too. Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: January 2, 2021 7:34 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc:

Re: [MBZ] was going to juice it up and hood stack it but don’t want to destroy this car 1987 Mercedes 300 sdl $1,100

2021-01-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Might be a decent deal. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 2, 2021, at 4:59 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/260637202152799/?ref=search_code=undefined > > -- > --FT > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 20:28, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: A sad reality for many, is they were able to tap their retirement accounts penalty free because of the CARES act. Not particularly wise. But you now have years to roll it over / recontribute it, instead of 60 days. Won't that be fun, is

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
Under 50, which Curt is. Over 50 there are catch up contributions one can make. I was replying to Curt's comment, although I didn't quote him. You can start drawing from funds penalty free at 59 1/2, You can conceivably draw funds from a retirement account at 55, however it's a bit

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
And don’t forget the 24V71. Definitely aren’t going to crank that one by hand… -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:18 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > Thank you. > Definition of "Ornery" ... 8V71 Detroit 2 stroke, with the mechanical fuel > rack out of trim, Minus 12 F, with about 20 knots of icy wind

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Thank you. Definition of "Ornery" ... 8V71 Detroit 2 stroke, with the mechanical fuel rack out of trim, Minus 12 F, with about 20 knots of icy wind blowing on you, and the primary and secondary fuel filters full of gelled fuel. You replace both filters with new, fill them with fresh heated fuel

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 19:32, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: More of a semantic question, but I understand. And those are limits of you’re under a certain age, like 59-1/2, too, I believe. There's a boost if you're over 50, so I can put 7000 in an IRA. (too lazy to look up the current qualified plan

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
More of a semantic question, but I understand. And those are limits of you’re under a certain age, like 59-1/2, too, I believe. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 7:27 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > 19,500 into a 401k. > 6,000 into an IRA. > >

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
19,500 into a 401k. 6,000 into an IRA. https://www.kiplinger.com/retirement/retirement-plans/601632/bad-news-on-ira-and-401k-contribution-limits-for-2021?amp Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Absolutely. You can have as many IRAs as you want. You can have as many 401ks as you want, too, but each one would be from a different employer. My point being in that if you don’t roll over a 401k from a pervious employer it just sits in their 401k program, earning the same that it had been

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Can you do an IRA if you already have a 401K? I haven't checked but I must be nearing the max for 401K contributions, I've been pushing it up a percent every year for the last 3 or 4 years... -Curt On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 5:55:49 PM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: That's

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
You make a great point on fees. I was talking to buddy Ben about investing the other day. They have a financial advisor and have been making something like 7% over the last 2 years.Angie and I are (each, we have his and hers money) at closer to 11% in that time frame. I suspect he is getting

[MBZ] was going to juice it up and hood stack it but don’t want to destroy this car 1987 Mercedes 300 sdl $1,100

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
That's where a Roth IRA does double duty. It's a lifetime investment that you can draw the deposits out of in case of emergency. On 2021-01-01 15:27, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: This is when I get on my soapbox about having an emergency fund. I totally understand your rationale, but that

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Thats how the newer VWs work, just cycle the key a couple times and the lift pump has the filter full... -Curt On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 3:49:31 PM EST, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought of this years ago! On

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Detroit Diesels, especially the 71 series, are notoriously difficult to bleed. Don’t ask me how I know. I totally understand Grant’s desire to make the process easier. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 4:38 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > No charge ... :< > Hope it helps save frustration and

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
No charge ... :< Hope it helps save frustration and starters / batteries. On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 1:49 PM OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought > of this years ago! > > On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Scott Ritchey via Mercedes
I'll offer my two cents. I am retired. My adequate net worth came from three sources: real estate (my personal homes), IRA/401K investment, and military pension/social security. I mention the last two only because I can live on them without needing to liquidate investments. I literally had

Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 15:24, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Some of them have a 12v port for charging cell phones and such, maybe that isn't so "smart". As somebody else suggested, I think my Stanleys have the 'smart' switching hardware in an inline box as part of the wiring harness. So if I'm

Re: [MBZ] I got one of these today

2021-01-02 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"polyformaldehyde material is eco-friendly" Hm, not sure about that Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes writes: > It’s a decent tool kit A good price . I like the wire connector tools, will > need to try them > > Manfiter Trim Removal Tool Set 138Pcs with Multi Functional Pliers, Car Panel >

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
Ha! A boost pump like in a fuel injected aircraft - I should have thought of this years ago! On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 8:35 PM G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > Before you do the next fuel filter change, spend a few bucks and get one of > these [or one like it] and plumb it into the fuel supply line

Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

2021-01-02 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Mitch Haley via Mercedes writes: > Was the strut broken or the top mount bearing? The top end of the shock had broken free of the top mount. So once the bottom end was free, the whole thing flew apart, leaving only the top mount bolted to the chassis. > Anyway, you discovered one of the

[MBZ] 1976 Mercedes-Benz 3000 diesel 3000,$9,988

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Some of them have a 12v port for charging cell phones and such, maybe that isn't so "smart". Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 2:59 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: Well maybe my email on this topic didn't get to you? " KP200 jump pack comes with a smart

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Yup. Not something to do with the rent money for sure. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 2:42 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On 2021-01-01 16:32, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > I don't think you understand how index funds work. > Since the index fund is

Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
My CTEK smart charger will not engage unless it senses some voltage when you connect it. The jump packs are probably similar. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Meade Dillon via Mercedes
Well maybe my email on this topic didn't get to you? " KP200 jump pack comes with a smart clamp that prevents you from improper operations." like powering an electric seat at the junkyard. These jump packs that are 'smart' need to be connected to a battery before they'll provide any power, so

[MBZ] I got one of these today

2021-01-02 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
It’s a decent tool kit A good price . I like the wire connector tools, will need to try them Manfiter Trim Removal Tool Set 138Pcs with Multi Functional Pliers, Car Panel Tool Pry Tool Kit for Door/Trim/Audio/Panel, Stereo Removal Tool, Auto Clip Remover Set with Bumper Retainer Clips

Re: [MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

2021-01-02 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Yes it has a trunk lid and a hood with it --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:35 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread dan--- via Mercedes
603s are a lot tougher, believe me. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:42 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > When I changed the filter in my SD, I did it with the engine warm. > It immediately restarted with the new/empty filter and the idle knob cranked > all the way up. > When it stumbled,

Re: [MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 10:42, dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Craigslist, like other online places, don’t like VPNs, so they block the known exit nodes for the services. It’s a minor whack a mole thing, but they do it anyway. We ban employees from using private VPNs for work, for example, because it sets off

Re: [MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

2021-01-02 Thread dan--- via Mercedes
Craigslist, like other online places, don’t like VPNs, so they block the known exit nodes for the services. It’s a minor whack a mole thing, but they do it anyway. We ban employees from using private VPNs for work, for example, because it sets off alarms when someone logs in from Budapest and

Re: [MBZ] W124 603 Post Fuel Filter Change

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
When I changed the filter in my SD, I did it with the engine warm. It immediately restarted with the new/empty filter and the idle knob cranked all the way up. When it stumbled, I gave it more throttle, and it didn't die. Then it cleared up and ran evenly on all five cylinders again. I don't

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
It doesn't have headlamps but they might be in the trunk --FT On 1/2/21 11:25 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On 2021-01-02 10:21, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: It is a 84-86 model, not 92. It's a 2.2, or it has sealed beam headlamps? (I don't do fakebuch)

Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

2021-01-02 Thread Rich Thomas via Mercedes
probably even has the rare zundfogle engine --FT On 1/2/21 11:37 AM, dan--- via Mercedes wrote: Leather and zebrano. Does have the now very rare cassette holder for the center console. -D On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: What about the interior? If it

Re: [MBZ] 2011 GL350 Bluetec, doesn't start, $7500

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Put the scanner on it, see if there are any codes.  Or just see if getting power at the starter relay in the fuse box which will indicate if the ignition switch is sending electrons.  Then jumper the relay contacts to see if the starter spins with key in pos2. that was the problem on the

Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

2021-01-02 Thread dan--- via Mercedes
Leather and zebrano. Does have the now very rare cassette holder for the center console. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > What about the interior? If it has leather and a burlwood dash then it's > worth every penny > > On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at

Re: [MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
To be fair its really more like 2/3 of a car... -Curt On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 11:31:59 AM EST, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Oh my Jesus. On 1/2/2021 10:20 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > 4spd conversion donor > >

[MBZ] I'm totally sure I need thisv2004 Mercedes-Benz Unimog U500

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I need to check my lottery ticket.  I like the 4 outhouse seats in the back https://carsandbids.com/auctions/3g4PYQqR/2004-mercedes-benz-unimog-u500 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

2021-01-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Oh my Jesus. On 1/2/2021 10:20 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: 4spd conversion donor https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/807483553445321/?ref=search_code=undefined ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 2011 GL350 Bluetec, doesn't start, $7500

2021-01-02 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
How would you diagnose on the spot? On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 9:28 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That could be tempting if indeed it is just the starter. I wonder what the > symptoms are. Might be just the ignition switch, was $25 part on the 05 ML > > --FT >

Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

2021-01-02 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
What about the interior? If it has leather and a burlwood dash then it's worth every penny On Sat, Jan 2, 2021 at 9:24 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That looks really nice > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > > > On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:48 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes

[MBZ] Someone got a pretty good deal on a G500

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 10:21, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: It is a 84-86 model, not 92. It's a 2.2, or it has sealed beam headlamps? (I don't do fakebuch) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
At $2k now --FT On 1/2/21 9:34 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Sort of what I was thinking. I’m going to keep an eye on it. I loved my 1982 300SD, probably one of the best Mercedes I ever owned. -D On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:30 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Yes but it doesn’t

Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
They will start a 617 or 603 etc as long as there is a battery in it.  I tried starting a 603 with nothing but the jump pack hooked up.  That will melt it.  I sent a message to them and they sent me a new one.  I am now looking for the charger for it.  I did go ahead and order this one as I am

Re: [MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

2021-01-02 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
It is a 84-86 model, not 92. On 1/2/2021 10:08 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Looks like (most of) a 190D? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3632046153545687/?ref=search_code=undefined ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] If you don’t have $500 for it don’t message me (half of a) 1980 Mercedes-Benz 240d

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
4spd conversion donor https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/807483553445321/?ref=search_code=undefined -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
I thought Kaleb was the one that melted the wires off a jump pack trying to start a 617... -Curt On Saturday, January 2, 2021, 11:01:38 AM EST, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On 2021-01-01 22:03, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Maybe I should get one of those small jumper packs

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Thanks, I studied up on it a coupla years ago and saved a bunch of links, I would need to go back and look at it all to refresh my failing faculties --FT On 1/2/21 10:46 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes wrote: On 2021-01-02 09:41, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I drove the 84 one day last

[MBZ] 1992 Mercedes-Benz not sure,$2,000 5spd manual diesel

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Looks like (most of) a 190D? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3632046153545687/?ref=search_code=undefined -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

[MBZ] 98 e320 $1000 apparently needs conductor plate

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Looks fairly nice from the rotated pics https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/450644926324850/?ref=search_code=undefined -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 09:52, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Has a tow package, that's a plus although I might like a 500 a little better for towing https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-2007-gl-450-mercedes/7255513251.html I just got a surprise, courtesy of CL and NordVPN: This IP has

Re: [MBZ] How to remove seats with no power

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-01 22:03, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Maybe I should get one of those small jumper packs with some jumper wires. I thought you were the first guy to tell the lists that the book sized packs would actually start a 617. I bought a couple of tiny Stanley packs on clearance at

[MBZ] I have a Mercedes Benz with low miles seats 7 gold in color (and has 8 cylinders)

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
And it has lights that shine on the ground as you can see from these night shots but you can't see anything else about the vehicle from the one screenshot of a partial pic from my phone https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-mercedes-benz-2006/7255386372.html -- --FT

[MBZ] The only reason i'm selling this car is because I need the money. 2008 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG - $13, 000

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
good reason I guess.  Looks like someone with a severe flatulence problem drove it https://wilmington.craigslist.org/cto/d/wilmington-2008-mercedes-benz-s63-amg/7255376436.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] A little patina but otherwise doesn't look too bad 2007 GL450 Mercedes - $5, 200

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Has a tow package, that's a plus although I might like a 500 a little better for towing https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/walterboro-2007-gl-450-mercedes/7255513251.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Is it brown? Is it white? It's turd whatever 1983 Mercedes 380 SL - $1, 800

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/cto/d/charlotte-1983-mercedes-380-sl/7255668701.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-02 09:41, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I drove the 84 one day last week, I don't drive it enough but I always enjoy it.  I rebuilt the front suspension a few years ago, probably less than 3kmi on it, but the steering box is loose and does not respond quickly to helm input and

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I drove the 84 one day last week, I don't drive it enough but I always enjoy it.  I rebuilt the front suspension a few years ago, probably less than 3kmi on it, but the steering box is loose and does not respond quickly to helm input and wanders a bit.  I looked into how to tighten it up a

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Have you seen his documentary? It's well done and he's pretty cool. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Fri, Jan 1, 2021 at 7:35 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes wrote: That's a great article.  Warren Buffet definitely knows investing. - Max Charleston SC On Fri, Jan 1,

Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Yup. Sold the MomOlith in 2011. As I like to say, “Tempus Fudgit”. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:49 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > >  >> >> I had a 2006 Ford Focus wagon for basic cheap >transportation when I >> returned to Florida in 2011. > > Good God. You sold the McMansion ten

Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

2021-01-02 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2021-01-01 21:56, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Replaced the struts today, was thankfully a very non-frustrating job compared to the alternator a few months ago. I saw a video yesterday, could have been titled "how I landed my dream job by tearing the front end off a VW to replace the

Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

2021-01-02 Thread Rick Knoble via Mercedes
>I had a 2006 Ford Focus wagon for basic cheap >transportation when I returned >to Florida in 2011. Good God. You sold the McMansion ten years ago already? Where does the time go? Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Sort of what I was thinking. I’m going to keep an eye on it. I loved my 1982 300SD, probably one of the best Mercedes I ever owned. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:30 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes but it doesn’t look too awful. The exhaust system might need replacement >

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Yes but it doesn’t look too awful. The exhaust system might need replacement soon though. Keep an eye on it. Would probably be a good driver. --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:26 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the

Re: [MBZ] 2011 GL350 Bluetec, doesn't start, $7500

2021-01-02 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
That could be tempting if indeed it is just the starter. I wonder what the symptoms are. Might be just the ignition switch, was $25 part on the 05 ML --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 2, 2021, at 12:39 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > mechanic said must change starter > Privat owner,

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Yeah, I’m almost tempted. That “Kentucky chrome” on the undercarriage is concerning, though. -D > On Jan 2, 2021, at 9:22 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Coupla hours away > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes >> wrote: >>

Re: [MBZ] Nice 300CD

2021-01-02 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
That looks really nice --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:48 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles. > > https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html > >

Re: [MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Coupla hours away --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 2, 2021, at 8:59 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe: > > https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd >

[MBZ] Too Bad About the Rust

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Otherwise a pretty nice looking car. Close to Floyd, too, I believe: https://carsandbids.com/auctions/K1xjW012/1985-mercedesbenz-300sd If it wasn’t so rusty underneath I would be tempted to bid. -D

[MBZ] Nice 300CD

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Not a bad deal for the money considering the condition and miles. https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/san-mateo-1980-mercedes-300cd-146k-miles/7254345965.html -D

Re: [MBZ] question for young investor

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Sure he does. Look at a Dairy Queen as an example. -D > On Jan 1, 2021, at 10:18 PM, Clay Monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > Oddly he does not seem to hold onto things for all that long. SWMBA’s firm > has sold him a number of client businesses. Bershire Hathaway holds on just > long enough

Re: [MBZ] OT focus front struts

2021-01-02 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
I had a 2006 Ford Focus wagon for basic cheap transportation when I returned to Florida in 2011. Excellent commodity car, very reliable and pretty cheap and easy to maintain. Glad it worked out well for you. Undercarriage work on northern cars is never fun, no matter what it is. -D > On Jan