Re: [MBZ] OT: Motion Detector outdoor lights

I’ve had good luck with motion detector lights/cameras from Eufy. Been very pleased with the products and support. They’re not the least expensive, but like anything, you get what you pay for. -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 1:02 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Is there such a thing as

Re: [MBZ] OT: Motion Detector outdoor lights

I've got a couple of the Harbor Freight ones, they're cheap but work well. Get a set of enloop rechargeable batteries off Amazon and the light lasts a long time. I've used one as a studio light for making videos. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 1:02 AM, Allan St

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

Jim - you are a great Dad! Also, that was the most exhaustive description of how the trunk lock works! Donald H. Snook > On Aug 25, 2023, at 4:37 PM, Craig wrote: > > On Fri, 25 Aug 2023 13:58:02 -0700 Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > >> My intent is to pick him up at the airport using

Re: [MBZ] 2016 GLC 300 - 91k miles - $19,900

That makes no sense as I think if you buy a CPO car you pay for the extended warranty at that time. I don’t think you can get any credit on it. We bought an extended warranty on the ML my (former) wife got. The car had like 23kmi on it and I think the extended went 6yr /100kmi but I might be mis

Re: [MBZ] Back in the fold

I did sell you that you that one! And it was a great vehicle. Hasn’t it been around to several others now? You and Craig and maybe others? It probably has 400K on it now. And yes, I thought it was too small then. Of course, I’m smaller than I was then too (about 40 pounds) and since then I ha

Re: [MBZ] Congrats, Jaime!

On Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:42:51 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" wrote: > Jaime gets some well-deserved recognition: > > https://www.hagerty.com/media/people/inside-man-from-mercedes-engineer-to-classics-restorer/ > > -D Yes, congratulations! Craig ___ ht

[MBZ] hmmmm 2001 Mercedes-Benz m-class ML 55 AMG Sport Utility 4D, $2, 800

This does not appear to be the kompressor version I’ve just replaced the power steering rack, but the SPS valve on the PS rack isn’t bolted on. One trip to the hardware store and it would work flawlessly. Therefore it can be driven onto a trailer but not much further than that. https://www.f

[MBZ] the price is already lowered do to the cosmetic 2009 Mercedes-Benz smartcar Small car, $2, 700

but not lowered enough https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/331622902537321 -- --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.com/mailman/

[MBZ] I call this a tinker and drive 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280s gas 250 330 180 280s, $6, 900

This actually looks pretty complete and not too bad, considering.  Price might not be crazy and it is a cool car. Car sat in a carport all it's Life so has body imperfections Small spots I have pics. That's why it's NOT 12k https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/267026596123153 -- --FT __

[MBZ] the transmission went out 2001 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 55 AMG Coupe 2D, $2, 000

Multicolor seats https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/262889166698556 -- --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.com/mailman/listinfo

[MBZ] 2 old Mercedes keys one money

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[MBZ] White is the new Black -- 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Black, $750

Given prices these days this is probably reasonable https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/958466612121555 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http

Re: [MBZ] Congrats, Jaime!

Wow! A star in our midst. Perhaps I should insure my pristine 300SD through Hagerty. Any thoughts? On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 10:28 AM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Sat, 26 Aug 2023 12:42:51 + "dan penoff.com via Mercedes" > wrote: > > > Jaime gets some well-deserved recognition: > > > >

Re: [MBZ] Congrats, Jaime!

If it's worth significantly more than market average, you at least want an appraisal and agreed-value coverage on your insurance policy, otherwise if it is totaled in an accident you will only get "average" market value for it. On Sat, Aug 26, 2023, at 12:20, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrot

[MBZ] Price is flexible since it has some cosmetic issues

1999 SLK230, manual trans. Doesn't look all that bad to me. The interior colors are revolting IMO, but otherwise just typical wear on the seats for nearly 200k miles. https://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/d/lewisburg-car-for-sale/7659181811.html ___ http://www.oki

Re: [MBZ] Price is flexible since it has some cosmetic issues

I found a nice Mercedes EV with the same color scheme. SWMBO issued an immediate and emphatic veto. I thought it was kinda cute... On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 2:29 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > 1999 SLK230, manual trans. > > Doesn't look all that bad to me. The inte

Re: [MBZ] I call this a tinker and drive 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280s gas 250 330 180 280s, $6, 900

Car looks good in white but the gray interior combination is jarring. On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 10:55 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This actually looks pretty complete and not too bad, considering. Price > might not be crazy and it is a cool car. > > Car sat in a

[MBZ] I get to do the job twice

Last year the original compressor stopped working on the GL. It didn’t blow up it’s the valve or whatever in it quit working. I replaced it with a rock auto unit GDP or something like that. Had a 12 month warranty. Usually on rock auto compressors I get 4 seasons which seem OK, I have not had an

Re: [MBZ] OT: Motion Detector outdoor lights

Link please. On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 8:41 AM Curt Raymond via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I've got a couple of the Harbor Freight ones, they're cheap but work well. > Get a set of enloop rechargeable batteries off Amazon and the light lasts a > long time. I've used one as a studio

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

Final installment: Saturday, August 26, 2023 <>I jacked the front of the car up, which was difficult because the floor jack barely would go under the lower than stock car. The purple springs look intact, but are clearly not stock. They are Vogtland VA 952083/952033 JFS (front) and 952082 (rear)

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

I’m traveling or I would have access to my EPC, but you might want to check with the dealer on what a set of replacements cost. Looks like they’re $55/each from MB of Laredo, but the shipping would probably be ugly. Pay the premium at your local dealer to avoid shipping and they’ll probably end

[MBZ] SL600

Not bad for condition from the looks of things, but I’m not sure I would want an M120 and a pre-facelift R129 unless I was into some serious self-abuse. [00404_2hdVB5vR2Tm_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg] 1994 mercedes benz sl600

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

I just finished cleaning up this 99E320 and it looks really good. 244950miles.  This was the car I bought a few years ago for $600 and trans in limp mode.  Put a new conductor plate in it, some fluid and filter, and really did nothing else to it but a new idler pulley and belt. Paint is about

Re: [MBZ] SL600

Oh come on man, the abuse is worth it!  Well, maybe not, but think of the experience! I see that one pic of it in its natural habitat --FT On 8/26/23 5:38 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Not bad for condition from the looks of things, but I’m not sure I would want an M120 and a pre-fa

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

Looks like the clutch let go when the compressor locked up. -D On Aug 26, 2023, at 2:40 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:  Last year the original compressor stopped working on the GL. It didn’t blow up it’s the valve or whatever in it quit working. I replaced it with a rock auto unit G

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

Oh, and I almost forgot - way to save some money the first time around! /snark -D On Aug 26, 2023, at 2:40 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:  Last year the original compressor stopped working on the GL. It didn’t blow up it’s the valve or whatever in it quit working. I replaced it with

[MBZ] It won't shift to 4th gear, 2000 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 430 Sedan 4D, $500

Realtor spec but this would be a great deal, new CP fluid filter and it's done https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/312137467957515 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] It won't shift to 4th gear, 2000 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 430 Sedan 4D, $500

Ooo, an E430! -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 4:54 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Realtor spec but this would be a great deal, new CP fluid filter and it's > done > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/312137467957515 > > -- > --FT > > >

[MBZ] RECREATION of the IQONIC 1971- 280, se 3.5 cabriolet! 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280se, $55, 000

I don't know what a IQONIC is.  The overexposed pics don't do it justice and might be hiding some stuff, but I would just take off that convertible top as it looks like you're hauling something https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/682199866686522 -- --FT

Re: [MBZ] RECREATION of the IQONIC 1971- 280, se 3.5 cabriolet! 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280se, $55, 000

Has the common 108 bumpers, a shortcut common to all cheap conversions. On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 5:58 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I don't know what a IQONIC is. The overexposed pics don't do it justice > and might be hiding some stuff, but I would just take off

Re: [MBZ] It won't shift to 4th gear, 2000 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 430 Sedan 4D, $500

yeah it looks like it is just south of JAX a bit, it is tempting to my bottom feeder tendencies but being realistic... --FT On 8/26/23 5:56 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Ooo, an E430! -D On Aug 26, 2023, at 4:54 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Realtor spec but this would

[MBZ] Was considered a limousine back in its day. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 190 e Crome, $2, 500

Probably weighs an addition 250lb over stock from all the Bondo https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/980396003392440/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery option

[MBZ] Runs and Drives , No Brakes , Rust issues 1982 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 300TD Sedan 4D, $800

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Re: [MBZ] RECREATION of the IQONIC 1971- 280, se 3.5 cabriolet! 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280se, $55, 000

That and you need to look closely at it to determine if it’s the “real deal” or a third party conversion. Makes a HUGE difference in value. -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 5:07 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Has the common 108 bumpers, a shortcut common to all cheap conversions. >

Re: [MBZ] SL600

The scariest part is “fuel injection system replaced.” Donald H. Snook > On Aug 26, 2023, at 4:38 PM, dan penoff.com wrote: > > Not bad for condition from the looks of things, but I’m not sure I would > want an M120 and a pre-facelift R129 unless I was into some serious > self-abuse. > > <

[MBZ] OT: SWMBO

Anyone else's wife/partner turn the AC down to 70 degrees then put on sweatpants and a hoodie?? ___ 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/mailm

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

Just wait until she goes through "the change" for fifteen years. Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: August 26, 2023 5:26 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: astr...@fastmail.fm Subject: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO Anyone else's wife/partner turn the AC down to 70 degrees th

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

Nope, compressor is not locked up, the center shaft turns fine. It appears the 3 cheap welds (I assume they are welds), holding the clutch pulley to the center shafted broke. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 26, 2023, at 4:52 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks like the clutch l

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

I’m not sure what I was thinking at the time. I always buy either the real Denso or at least the 4 seasons, not sure why the hell I bought the one I did. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 26, 2023, at 4:53 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Oh, and I almost forgot - way to save some mo

[MBZ] ChowdaQ

When is it? 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: http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

No but she bitched about being too hot, then too cold, then too hot. Also tears up cars. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 26, 2023, at 5:26 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anyone else's wife/partner turn the AC down to 70 degrees then put on > sweatpants and a hoodie?? > ___

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

Sept 9. can you be there? love to have you On Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 6:53 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > When is it? > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/arch

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

Yeah, I learned a long time ago it’s never wise to cheap out on AC compressors. -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 5:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I’m not sure what I was thinking at the time. I always buy either the real > Denso or at least the 4 seasons, not sure why the hell I bou

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

You haven’t heard from the concierge about your round trip tickets? I got mine weeks ago. -D (Just kidding) > On Aug 26, 2023, at 5:53 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > When is it? > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

I theory I could go, I didn’t realize it was coming up that quick though. Let me think on it. Sent from my iPhoneOn Aug 26, 2023, at 6:03 PM, Dwight Giles wrote:Sept 9. can you be there? love to have youOn Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 6:53 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:When i

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

Suggested BenzWorld ad: Full set of Vogtland lowering springs for RWD W210, used, $150 OBO. ___ 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/

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

& airport limo On Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 7:17 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > You haven’t heard from the concierge about your round trip tickets? I got > mine weeks ago. > > -D > > (Just kidding) > > > On Aug 26, 2023, at 5:53 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < > merce

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

On 2023-08-26 18:48, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Nope, compressor is not locked up, the center shaft turns fine. It appears the 3 cheap welds (I assume they are welds), holding the clutch pulley to the center shafted broke. So what you really needed was a new clutch? I'll admit that I

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

There ‘ya go, recoup some of the costs. I like Mitch’s thought process here. -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 6:32 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > Suggested BenzWorld ad: > Full set of Vogtland lowering springs for RWD W210, used, $150 OBO. > > ___ > http:

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

Yeah, I forgot about the voucher for the car service. -D On Aug 26, 2023, at 6:33 PM, Dwight Giles wrote:  & airport limo On Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 7:17 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com>> wrote: You haven’t heard from the concierge about your round t

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

I considered going down that road once, but I was buying new parts and it didn’t make sense financially. -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 6:35 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 2023-08-26 18:48, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> Nope, compressor is not locked up, the center shaft turns f

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

No, but I wear long pant (jeans) and a long sleeve T-shirt in the house to keep warm. And a heavy blanket on the bed so I don’t wake up freezing at night. -D > On Aug 26, 2023, at 5:26 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Anyone else's wife/partner turn the AC down to 70 degrees then p

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

These do not have a clutch, it is engaged all the time. I guess I could weld the pulley to the center shaft. Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 26, 2023, at 6:35 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 2023-08-26 18:48, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: >> Nope, compressor is not locked up, th

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

vintage Mercedes car service from the airport. On Sat, Aug 26, 2023, 7:41 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Yeah, I forgot about the voucher for the car service. > > -D > > On Aug 26, 2023, at 6:33 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: > >  > & airport limo > > On Sat, Aug 26,

Re: [MBZ] ChowdaQ

Well you can stop theorizing and actually go! Sent from my iPhone > On Aug 26, 2023, at 7:25 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I theory I could go, I didn’t realize it was coming up that quick though. > Let me think on it. > > Sent from my iPhone > >>> On Aug 26, 2023, at 6:03

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

I live in perfect comfort year round, since the divorce was final 23 years ago... Peaceful also.. On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 4:48 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > No, but I wear long pant (jeans) and a long sleeve T-shirt in the house to > keep warm. And a heavy blank

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

Yes. That is a major benefit of lacking domestic management --FT Sent from iFōn > On Aug 26, 2023, at 10:25 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > I live in perfect comfort year round, since the divorce was final 23 years > ago... Peaceful also.. > >> On Sat, Aug 26, 2023 at 4:48 PM dan penof

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

On 2023-08-26 19:47, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: No, but I wear long pant (jeans) and a long sleeve T-shirt in the house to keep warm. And a heavy blanket on the bed so I don’t wake up freezing at night. In the winter I set the heat at 65-66 so I can wear pants. I like to sleep at 68-7

Re: [MBZ] OT: Motion Detector outdoor lights

I paid something like $13 for four of these, but haven't put any in service yet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078W31942 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http: