Re: [MBZ] For the aviation enthusiast

I have a standing reward of $10,000 for the Navy pilot that can verify they shot down McCain over N. Vietnam, post the Forestall. I've spoken personally with the man who was air boss for that ship, on that day, and his version of what happened and the Navy's version does not jive, at all.. McCain

Re: [MBZ] For the aviation enthusiast

> Some say it led to his becoming a POW. But I discount that a bit Friendly fire. Payback for the Forestall incident. Rick ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Blinking low fuel light and CEL in ML500

Great, thanks. I’ll chase after it tomorrow --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 6:49 PM, Peter Frederick via Mercedes > wrote: > > Check for split hoses, missing or torn gas cap gasket, and cracked plastic > parts. Any of them will give you fits, the tank does NOT vent out the cap

Re: [MBZ] Benz and VW stuff

Your Golf is a PD engine right? Get a Stage I tune on it. I think I paid around $300 for it but boy it wakes that engine up... -Curt On Tuesday, January 12, 2021, 6:43:35 PM EST, Peter Frederick via Mercedes wrote: Well, the turbo gave up on the Golf Friday on the way to work, so I

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

Does the steamer kit come with a straight razor? On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 6:56 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-steam-cleaner-kit-63042.html > > Looks interesting > > --FT > > On 1/12/21 6:41 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

https://www.harborfreight.com/1500-watt-steam-cleaner-kit-63042.html Looks interesting --FT On 1/12/21 6:41 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: Steam Shark -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] Blinking low fuel light and CEL in ML500

Check for split hoses, missing or torn gas cap gasket, and cracked plastic parts. Any of them will give you fits, the tank does NOT vent out the cap (or in, for that matter), all venting is through the evaporative control system. You will need to verify the operation of all the valves too, as

[MBZ] Benz and VW stuff

Well, the turbo gave up on the Golf Friday on the way to work, so I had to borrow my brother's truck (he's unable to drive for a couple months, his pacemaker is acting up) and so there is a chore waiting for me next weekend. It has been flaky, but I was hoping I could live with intermittent

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

The best material I have found to remove nasty carpet stains is Woolite Heavy Carpet Foam, and a nylon brush. Spray it on out of the can, scrub it into the fabric of the carpet and let it dry. It dissolves and emulsifies "Carpet stuff". Then, aggressively vacuum the carpet, repeat as necessary.

Re: [MBZ] Blinking low fuel light and CEL in ML500

I put the scanner on and it gave me a P2013-002 code "Major leak in purge system.  Hose in system not connected or filler cap open P0455" I did not go drive it again but I cleared the code, took the cap off and tightened it on again, will drive again tomorrow and see what sorts out.  If not

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

I got a Shark (I think) at Costco a coupla years ago, works well enough.  You can disconnect the long floor part and use the power unit alone for a flexible hose with attachments. Sort of a Dyson clone for less than half the price. --FT On 1/12/21 6:06 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

MIL had a cyclone-type handheld vac. Maybe by Dyson? Didn't care for the styling as it looked like something out of the Jetsons, but it worked well enough. Allan Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes writes: > Anybody know of a compact recharegable cordless stick vacuum for quick and > easy pickups?

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

Anybody know of a compact recharegable cordless stick vacuum for quick and easy pickups? On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 5:26 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > functionally that is pretty much like the old Sears unit I have, cleaner > tank to spray from the business end,

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

functionally that is pretty much like the old Sears unit I have, cleaner tank to spray from the business end, wet tank to suck up the nasty stuff.  I'll wait for a warm day and give it a try --FT On 1/12/21 4:26 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: I picked one of these up from the rich

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

Dan Penoff via Mercedes writes: > I looked at the video - I was amazed at how much liquid he used when > cleaning stuff. It was like he was flooding the carpets. That would > take forever to dry, even with vacuuming the bulk of the liquid out. Good shop vac or shampoo machine will extract

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

Be prepared to tear the top of the engine apart to replace the oil cooler seals Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 10:52 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > The Bluetec engine is worth any trouble shooting hassles. Amazing fuel > economy and will last at least 2 million

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

He sells them but I suspect they're available elsewhere too. If you watch any of the detail folks they all use those type of pads. Apparently there are different textures for how severe the cleaning needed is. I guess you want to use the softest that will do the job to prevent damage. -Curt

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

I picked one of these up from the rich people’s neighborhood Facebook Marketplace group for $20 about a year ago: https://www.bissell.com/little-green-portable-carpet-cleaner-1400B.html Works great with their cleaning

Re: [MBZ] cheap trashed Bama 03E320 $1900

It's a bargaining point. I forgot to pay his price only if he includes the tools. On Tue, Jan 12, 2021, 3:56 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The screwdriver on the floor is not the best sign > > >

[MBZ] runs on potentially free waste vegetable oil from restaurants

1983 Mercedes-Benz 240D $2,900 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2764867597108457/?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] cheap trashed Bama 03E320 $1900

The screwdriver on the floor is not the best sign https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/775964753016969/?ref=search_code=undefined -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI DIAGNOSTIC COMPUTERS

In researching the $900E500 trans issue I ran across this in a SLK forum.  there is a lot of good detailed information about the systems. https://www.slkworld.com/forums/das-star-coding-xentry-needed-for-new-versions.273/

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

My indy was unable to fully diagnose the CEL on my 2014 GLK using his handheld system (he's an MB certified tech who had worked at a local dealership). He could only hazard a guess that it was a bad sensor, but no guarantee, so I took it to the dealer to avoid throwing money at the problem. The

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

I was talking about the vacuum thing. Its like a carpet shampooer but on a smaller scale. He talks in some of the videos about how he leaves the car open in his heated garage for several hours which dries it out. If you look at his website a full detail like in the video is $500+ which I can

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

What Floyd says. If you’re not going to do most of the work yourself, it would be a waste of money to invest in a STAR system. One of the cheaper handheld things can be helpful in narrowing problems down and making sure your mechanic doesn’t try and extract his monthly boat payment from you.

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

This is more or less true for any car. I think I paid $250 for the VAG-COM cable to connect to my VWs and it definitely paid for itself several times. The computer is a tool useful for diagnosing a myriad of problems on newer cars. Its like a very particular wrench... -Curt On Tuesday,

Re: [MBZ] carpet cleaning methods

Curt, are you talking about the steam wand thingy he was using? I looked at the video - I was amazed at how much liquid he used when cleaning stuff. It was like he was flooding the carpets. That would take forever to dry, even with vacuuming the bulk of the liquid out. Maybe he doesn’t worry

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

I wf t through a Looking Glass once so maybe I count. I bought a complete Star clone system off AliExpress for like $550. You can buy the little handheld systems like the iCarsoft for $150 and they do a lot but not everything, they will show most codes and such but might not be able to

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

I don’t know about mirror mortals, but regular folks can, yes. You’ll have to drop roughly $500-$800 for one. There are less expensive options, but they’re not as comprehensive and can’t always access all of the systems. -D > On Jan 12, 2021, at 2:33 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

I’ll have to speak to my Indy I suppose. Can mirror mortals get the STAR system? Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 9:55 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > Without a STAR system it’s all a black box. There are some things you can > figure out, but it might mean swapping parts,

Re: [MBZ] For the aviation enthusiast

There are a lot of old pilots There are a lot of bold pilots There aren’t many old bold pilots --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 12:14 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 2021-01-12 12:02, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: >> How much would you attribute to the danger of

Re: [MBZ] For the aviation enthusiast

On 2021-01-12 12:02, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: How much would you attribute to the danger of the job vs the fact that most of the pilots were young and too brave for their own good? - "10 feet tall and bullet proof" Young John McCain had a lot of that. Having flag officers in the

Re: [MBZ] For the aviation enthusiast

How much would you attribute to the danger of the job vs the fact that most of the pilots were young and too brave for their own good? - "10 feet tall and bullet proof" RB On 12/01/2021 10:54 AM, Max Dillon via Mercedes wrote: It should scare you.  When I was starting my career (not in Naval

Re: [MBZ] For the aviation enthusiast

It should scare you.  When I was starting my career (not in Naval Aviation) the odds of surviving a 20 year career was 75%.  1/4 of naval aviators would die prior to reaching retirement.  Those are pretty steep odds for a voluntary force, in peace time. Max Dillon Charleston SC Jan 11, 2021

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

Without a STAR system it’s all a black box. There are some things you can figure out, but it might mean swapping parts, which can get expensive. -D > On Jan 12, 2021, at 11:48 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > I’d be helping him with/teaching him to deal with those issues, and I’m

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

On 2021-01-12 11:48, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: I’d be helping him with/teaching him to deal with those issues, and I’m not certain that it’s in my wheelhouse. Is that easy stuff? I have no idea. Who's your Mercedes mechanic? How well does he know computerized diesels?

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

The Bluetec engine is worth any trouble shooting hassles. Amazing fuel economy and will last at least 2 million miles. On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 11:48 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I’d be helping him with/teaching him to deal with those issues, and I’m > not

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

I’d be helping him with/teaching him to deal with those issues, and I’m not certain that it’s in my wheelhouse. Is that easy stuff? I have no idea. Bob R Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 8:00 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > So is he capable of dealing with the issues it

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 13

Solar oyster barge to restore oyster harvesting in the Chesapeake Bay. https://wtop.com/maryland/2020/11/could-solar-power-help-restore-marylands-oyster-population/ On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 11:37 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I could roast some oystuhs and

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1962 Mercedes Benz 220 Fintail for parts or restoration

I would hollow out the engine bay for a spa.

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 13

I could roast some oystuhs and ball some skrimps --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 10:12 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes hard to steam clams on Zoom. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > >> On Tue, Jan 12, 2021, 9:58 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < >>

Re: [MBZ] ML 320 $500 - Was told that it ran but cannot get to start

How hard could it be to get running. Offer $300 and fool around with it a bit, drive it as a winter beater or flip it or part it out --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 11:24 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Seat cushion replacements are cheap. The tire tread

Re: [MBZ] ML 320 $500 - Was told that it ran but cannot get to start

Seat cushion replacements are cheap. The tire tread indicates little use. Floyd needs this. On Tue, Jan 12, 2021 at 8:43 AM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 2021-01-12 07:59, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > > I’d offer $300 and take it, either get it running

[MBZ] Blinking low fuel light and CEL in ML500

I was driving the ML to an appointment and the low fuel light started blinking with 3/4tank. Shut down and it went off, then started again after driving a bit then CEL came on after a few more minutes. I checked the gas cap, it’s tight. Not sure what else it could be or what the blinking low

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1962 Mercedes Benz 220 Fintail for parts or restoration

I would so totally rat rod that thing with a 606 and some newer suspension and a welder and cut off tool --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 9:46 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Boy, this is random. Hecho en Mexico for Christ sake. > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPhone > >

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 13

Yes hard to steam clams on Zoom. Dwight Giles Jr. Wickford RI On Tue, Jan 12, 2021, 9:58 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > But no New England ambiance doing Zoom. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jan 11, 2021, at 6:45 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1962 Mercedes Benz 220 Fintail for parts or restoration

I could put a OM629 in that Finny and not feel an ounce of guilt over ruining a classic. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

So is he capable of dealing with the issues it has, like the CEL and SRS lights? If not, walk away. -D > On Jan 12, 2021, at 9:39 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Future SIL is now back to diggin’ MLs. > What thinkest ye-all bout this one? Investigate or run away? > > Bob R > >

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1962 Mercedes Benz 220 Fintail for parts or restoration

The bumper overrider is a Mexican thing, unique to that market. Rarely seen. -D > On Jan 12, 2021, at 9:46 AM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Boy, this is random. Hecho en Mexico for Christ sake. > > Bob R > > Sent from my iPhone > > Begin forwarded message: > >> From:

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

SRS light could be bad passenger presence switch, or could be a halfass crash repair. CEL could be something serious, or could be that sensor. I'd consider it worth a PPI and maybe even try swapping that sensor as part of the inspection. You've got to deal with that CEL if you buy it, might

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q 13

But no New England ambiance doing Zoom. Sent from my iPhone > On Jan 11, 2021, at 6:45 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yes like maybe couple times a year. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > >> On Mon, Jan 11, 2021, 7:21 PM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < >>

[MBZ] Fwd: 1962 Mercedes Benz 220 Fintail for parts or restoration

Boy, this is random. Hecho en Mexico for Christ sake. Bob R Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: nore...@craigslist.org > Date: January 12, 2021 at 7:44:42 AM MST > To: azbob...@gmail.com > Subject: 1962 Mercedes Benz 220 Fintail for parts or restoration > >  >

[MBZ] Fwd: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD Sport SUV - $3, 500 (OBO) - Phoenix

Future SIL is now back to diggin’ MLs. What thinkest ye-all bout this one? Investigate or run away? Bob R Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: > From: nore...@craigslist.org > Date: January 12, 2021 at 7:37:27 AM MST > To: azbob...@gmail.com > Subject: 2007 Mercedes Benz ML 320 CDI 4WD

Re: [MBZ] ML 320 $500 - Was told that it ran but cannot get to start

On 2021-01-12 07:59, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: I’d offer $300 and take it, either get it running or parts. Doesn’t look half bad I liked the interior color until I saw the right front seat. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] ML 320 $500 - Was told that it ran but cannot get to start

I’d offer $300 and take it, either get it running or parts. Doesn’t look half bad --FT Sent from iPhone > On Jan 12, 2021, at 1:00 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > >  > https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/pts/d/brownsburg-1998-mercedes-ml320/7260654917.html > >