Re: [MBZ] Hey Andrew

THIS GLOBAL WARMING IS TERRIBLE !!! On Wed, Feb 10, 2010 at 11:53 AM, LWB250 wrote: > We've been getting all of this on it's way to you... > > However, this last storm that is now pounding you never materialized to the > level they predicted. We got maybe 3" yesterday out of the predicted 6"-8

Re: [MBZ] Penetrating Oil - Acetone & ATF

Here is the original test AG Found this on a MGB list I'm on. Don't know how scientific it is but it seems convincing. Here's some interesting comparisons on penetrating oils. Machinist's Workshop magazine actually tested penetrates for break-out torque on rusted nuts. They arranged a subjectiv

Re: [MBZ] OT: Does anybody use this stuff?

IF YOUR OVER 50 YEARS OLD TD BANK GIVES THEM TO YOU FREE. On Fri, Jul 10, 2009 at 4:17 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > So $30 shipped with delivery confirmation isn't so bad... Yay credit union. > > Awhile ago I was bitching about the low interest rates my credit union paid > vs ING or the other inte

[MBZ] nasty smell of mobil 1 transmission oil change

I recently changed my trans to Mobil 1 trans oil. The old oil smelled fine. The new M1 now smells nasty but not burned. I am concerned because the M1 does not state that it is dextron but a multi vehicle oil. Could it be too abrasive for this old tranny in a 1983 249D. In the container it smel

[MBZ] someone may be interested

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[MBZ] door not locking vacuum problem

When I lock the doors with the key on my 1983 240D all doors lock except the front passenger 's door. The lock works easily and free manually. It unlocks with the key. Is there a vacuum hose disconnected some were? I recently changed the fluid in the tranny to Mobil1 and may have bumped one of

Re: [MBZ] linkage rod

ke more EGR pressure at > idle. Just make sure the butterfly is jammed open. When I did I was amazed > how much more power I had. > > -Curt > > Date: Thu, 14 May 2009 21:58:36 -0400 > From: Anthony Galioto > Subject: [MBZ] linkage rod > To:

[MBZ] linkage rod

My car was acting funny so I looked under the hood and saw that a threaded rod in the linkage was missing. It is the rod that controls the moving part that goes down to the air intake. To maybe allow more air to get to the engine when the accelerator is pushed down. I don't know any damage can b

Re: [MBZ] '87 300D parts car value

There is one for 350 on craigslist long island NY On Sat, May 9, 2009 at 9:17 PM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: > On Sat, May 9, 2009 at 5:38 PM, OK Don wrote: > > Did you verify that it has the #14 head? He says "it does have the > upgraded > > head." That could be worth the price of the car, if it'

[MBZ] Mobil 1 trans fluid

I am going to change the auto trans fluid on a 1983 240D. This list seems to recommend Mobil 1 fluid. I can only find Mobile 1 Mercon. Is it alright to use in this tranny or should I stick with the regular fluid? If not can you recommend what I should use. The tranny is shifting rough lately an

[MBZ] a/c questions

I have a 1983 240D which needs a a/c system check and charge. All the places I have gone to want to convert the system to r234a. I do not want to convert it to that gas because of the reports here that it isn't good for this age vehicle and in fact does not cool that well. I am wondering if Freeze

Re: [MBZ] automatic transmission question

ting a day or two, I wouldn't worry about it. > > Scott > > -Original Message- > From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] > On Behalf Of Anthony Galioto > Sent: Wednesday, April 15, 2009 14:14 > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subje

[MBZ] automatic transmission question

I have a 1983 240D 67000 miles with an automatic transmission. It has not been used for months(3). Starts right up but after putting it in drive it took about 30 seconds to start moving. I did not race the engine. After that it worked fine even after sitting all day. Normal or a problem? --

Re: [MBZ] W123 regular sedan four wheel alignment?

WHO DOES A REALLY GOOD 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT? ANTHONY On Thu, Mar 12, 2009 at 9:45 PM, Robert Rentfro wrote: > I've always had it done at the very first sign that the tires showed me it > needed done. > > Bob R > > -Original Message- > From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-

Re: [MBZ] A rust colored 240d for kalab

On Thu, Feb 12, 2009 at 8:15 AM, Anthony Galioto wrote: > > The seller say no bad rusting. > > http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/1030960098.html > -- > Anthony > > > -- Anthony -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <

Re: [MBZ] eBay Winner of the Week

It's a SCAM On Wed, Feb 11, 2009 at 12:21 PM, Rich Thomas < richthomas79td...@constructivity.net> wrote: > I would guess a Guest Worker. > > --R > > > Redghost wrote: > >> A product of the liberal american education system. Not sure if this was >> ebonics or just the way kalifornicated folks spe

Re: [MBZ] Wood Trim Glue

I used construction adhesive. On Tue, Feb 10, 2009 at 1:13 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: > A wood trim piece on the passenger door of the 2.5T has come loose enough >> to make an annoying rattling sound. What is the suggested glue/adhesive for >> sticking it back on? >> > > Shoe Goo? > > -- Jim > > > >

Re: [MBZ] OT Audacity recording

Try selecting the file, then maybe you will be able to export. On Tue, Jan 20, 2009 at 10:46 PM, OK Don wrote: > Do you have enough free disk space? - just a shot in the dark. > > On Tue, Jan 20, 2009 at 9:11 PM, Loren Faeth > wrote: > > Won't let me do that either. in the file menu, my choic

Re: [MBZ] OT - faucet

On Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 7:37 PM, MG <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > First going by the schematic, the bonnet has to unscrew. The big shoulder > on the pipe should sit on top of the sink and the nut from the bottom holds > the pipe and faucet assembly down onto the sink. The bonnet screws down over >

Re: [MBZ] OT - faucet

If it's a Delta the single handle must come off first. It has an allen key in the rear then just lift off. The rest screws off. Anthony On Tue, Nov 25, 2008 at 9:53 AM, Wilton Strickland <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > Thanks, that's what I've been thinking, too, but still not even sure the > bonne

Re: [MBZ] OT LPs

If you play an analog on a digital system does it play true, or must it be played on an analog tube system to sound really good? Anthony On Mon, Nov 24, 2008 at 1:54 PM, Rich Thomas < [EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2008/11/resurrect_your_records.html?CMP=OTC-0D6B4

[MBZ] I need a GPO

I am going to get my daughter a GPO for this Christmas. The more I look at them the more confused I get. I have narrowed down to the Garmin nouvi 360 or the Tomtom XL 330-s. She doesn't need all the extra bells and whistles only good navigation. I would like the 4.5 inch screen, but it's not nec

Re: [MBZ] OT: Is Barack Obama a US Citizen?

The opposition by the Obama team is just a very smart ploy. Waiting until the best possible time to produce the required document, This will give them reasons to insist that any other claims or charges against him are political and will be dismissed as such by the media. Anthony On Sat, Oct 18,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Model A spark plugs

Try this web site they make be able to help. http://www.snydersantiqueauto.com/modelaparts/sparkplugs Anthony On Tue, Oct 7, 2008 at 11:49 AM, Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Mitch Haley wrote: > > So bald tractor tires were not the best source of rubber for the tracks, >> or is it too

Re: [MBZ] Three cheers for an OKie! Was PORK

RIGHT ON Anthony On Thu, Oct 2, 2008 at 8:25 PM, Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > to Quote Dr. Tom Cobern, Senator from OK regarding the millionaire bailout > bill : (or Billionaire bailout bill if you prefer) > > "This bill does not represent a new and sudden departure from free market >

Re: [MBZ] OT Look out for Cat Converter theft

They contain platinum. trucks and suvs are an easy steal. Anthony On Wed, Sep 10, 2008 at 6:24 PM, Zoltan Finks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > Seems a bandit has hit our small community and stolen the cat from two late > 80s, early 90s Toyota pickups. Must be a market for them. > Brian > __

[MBZ] a/c aux fan

Does anyone know if the aux fan should run all the time when a/c is on, or does it only kick on if the temperature gets too hot? Mine does not seem to work. How do I check it? 1983 240D -- Anthony ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sp

Re: [MBZ] In search of...G-05

I meant Peak Global On Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 10:09 AM, Anthony Galioto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > I heard that prime global is a good alternate. Has any one used it pro or > con. > Anthony > > > On Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 9:11 AM, Ralph W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: &

Re: [MBZ] In search of...G-05

I heard that prime global is a good alternate. Has any one used it pro or con. Anthony On Tue, Aug 19, 2008 at 9:11 AM, Ralph W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Mitch, > I think the last time I bought some was from Murray's in the Detroit > burb's. > They are a mid-west outfit. Maybe there is one ne

Re: [MBZ] a/c hose seal?

Try shoe goo On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 11:34 AM, andrew strasfogel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > I doubt it. Try a used one instead. > > On Fri, Aug 8, 2008 at 11:23 AM, Luther <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > During the diagnosis of my '86 SDL's a/c system, I had the mechanic add > > dye to the syst

Re: [MBZ] is this a scam?

If it's to good to be true it isn't Anthony 240d 1983 On Tue, Apr 1, 2008 at 7:46 PM, andrew strasfogel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Oh how I wish this were true. > > Andrew > 300TD 1983 > 300CD 1985 > > > > > On Tue, Apr 1, 2008 at 8:41 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] correct tire size for '83 300D?

According to the owners manual for the 300 D and 300 CD the rims and tires are as follows: Forged light alloy rims ...6J x 14 H2 Summer tires -Radial Ply . 195/70 SR 14 Winter tires - Radial Ply 195/70 SR 14 M+S Tire pressure for up to 100MPH (cold tires) front 28

Re: [MBZ] Losing cooland, somewhere

I purchased it from Rusty. The brand is LASO, made in Germany. Anthony On Nov 19, 2007 8:49 PM, Allan Streib <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Instructions?!? What brand pump did you buy? > > Allan > -- > 1983 300D > 1966 230 > > On Nov 19, 2007, at 7:21 PM, Anthony Ga

Re: [MBZ] Losing cooland, somewhere

I installed a new water pump on a 1983 240D 3 months ago. The instructions with the pump said not to use any thing on the gaskit. I torqued it to specs. So far so good. Anthony On Nov 19, 2007 4:16 PM, LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Come on Robert - tell us how you *really* feel about Hylo

Re: [MBZ] installation of water pump

There is little room to work, will the water pump come off with the belt pulley? On 8/11/07, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > you dont have to remove the radiator > > Anthony Galioto wrote: > > I received the new water pump from Rusty (1 day after

[MBZ] installation of water pump

I received the new water pump from Rusty (1 day after being ordered). Now I have to install it. It seems that the radiator must be removed. Do I have to remove the engine oil cooler with the radiator, or is it a separate unit that can remain in the car during the installation of the pump. I bel

[MBZ] 240D water pump

The water pump on my 83 240D is dripping. Rusty sells 2 different kinds, one is a GEBA and the other is a LASO. What is the better of the two, the price difference is not great and I would like to install the best one. Thanks -- Anthony ___ http://www.okieben

Re: [MBZ] Car titles and leins

Find out how much and to who the lien holder is. Before you give any money you should make sure that you can satisfy the lien plus any interest thereupon and deduct it from the sales price. You should also be sure he/she can transfer title with a lien on the vehicle. The above transaction should

Re: [MBZ] Approved Coolant

I also recall that Peak Global was also an accepted coolant per Marshall and the Peak company. On 4/21/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: The MB stuff $23 per gallon Zerox G05 around $12 per gallon advanved auto and Pep boys carry it Regards Tom - Original Message - From:

Re: [MBZ] Carfax

05 NY 62,699 Motor Vehicle Dept. EMISSION INSPECTION PASSED SAFETY INSPECTION 03/16/2006 MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY Motor Vehicle Dept. REGISTRATION EVENT/RENEWAL Anthony Galioto wrote: > Can you please run a carfax. > > WDBAB23A3DB370673 >

Re: [MBZ] Oil Sucker for Tranny Juice

I used an old washing machine hose over the dip stick tube to remove the excess fluid, good fit. It worked very good because the tube goes down to the pan. I don't think you will drain the converter this way though. In addition you should change the filter. I was a little worried that the va

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] converting a text file into a pdf

Kaleb, Try PDF ReDirect it has a freeware version. Google it for a download. Anthony On 8/8/06, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Any time a computer person tells you something can't be done to make your life more effecient, that should be translated "I'm lazy and don't want to work

Re: [MBZ] [Banned] Reply if you are getting this message.

Coming in in living color. Anthony On 6/6/06, M. Mitchell Marmel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: At 11:34 PM -0500 6/5/06, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: >Need to make sure everything is back online. Sorry, never saw the message. >:D -MMM- ___ http://www.okiebenz.co

Re: [MBZ] copy of window sticker!

My 240D cost 24000 new in 83. Antrhony On 5/9/06, Zoltan Finks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I was thinking that if an SD cost $40k that my 240D would cost some $30 back in '83. And I would think that your CD would be somewhere in the middle? Brian 83 240D On 5/9/06, kevin kraly <[EMAIL PROTECTE

Re: [MBZ] Fuel door and cap

Brian The trunk lock should work as follows. If you turn the tumbler to the left 1/4 turn and remove the key, the trunk will remain unlocked. You only have to push the button in to open the trunk. On 5/3/06, Zoltan Finks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: OH. Didn't realize it was tied in with the v

Re: [MBZ] ...steaky never works for me!...using Firefox

I use firefox 5.1.0.1 and don't have any problems with steaky, I just tried it. I however was looking at the 123's. Anthony On 3/14/06, Luther Gulseth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Just right click and save as. Part of the problem lies with Adobe and > their plugin. It's not the best.on pa

Re: [MBZ] R-12 Freon

Does anyone know anything about this product Enviro-Safe. I came across it on the web. The sell small cans , I don't know if it's any good or not. It may be worth a look at their site. http://autorefrigerants.com/co00033.htm Anthony On 3/7/06, Robert & Tara Ludwick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >

[MBZ] Fuel Prices

The attached web site will give the lowest fuel (gas & diesel) prices by zip code. It may be helpful to you. -- http://autos.msn.com/everyday/gasstations.aspx?zip=&src=Netx Anthony

Re: [MBZ] Cheney Good, Guns Good

I WOULD RATHER GO HUNTING WITH CHENY THAN A DRIVE WITH TED KENNEDY. ANTHONY On 2/14/06, LT Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > "George" had a weapon of mass de-truck-ion! > > On 2/14/06, Kaleb C. Striplin < [EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > > > > HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Re: [MBZ] Stinky sheep

Try a bleach/water solution. Bleach kills all. Anthony On 2/6/06, redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I was more worried about the cooter cooties for the passenger. I got > the skin that was not infected and installed on my seat. The spotted > one is awaiting treatment for dead mold befor

[MBZ] new york/Jersey Mercedes on craig

*und: 13 Displaying: 1 - 13* Feb- 3 1980 mercedes Station Wagon - Diesel - $600 (ny, nj) Feb- 3 Im looking for a Mercedes-Benz E300 Diesel. Feb- 3 1987 Mercedes 300E TURBO DI

[MBZ] NYC CRAIG LIST

A few diesels around New York City ec-27 mercedes 1985 300td, turbo diesel, station wagon - $1500 (manhattan) Dec-26 MERCEDES 1986, SDL 300 DIESEL FOR SALE BY OWNER - $2200 (BROOKLYN) p

[MBZ] lube of door hinges

Can anyone tell me how to grease the door hinges on a '83-240D? There looks like there is a place for a grease fitting on the hinge, but no fitting. Anthony 83 240D 63000mi

Re: [MBZ] brake fluid capacity

relying on your expertise in this matter if you can, please clear this up to me. Anthony On 12/3/05, Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Anthony Galioto wrote: > > I am going to bleed out the brake fluid on my 1983 240D. I will replace > all > > the fluid i

[MBZ] brake fluid capacity

I am going to bleed out the brake fluid on my 1983 240D. I will replace all the fluid in the system as it is still original equipment. Can anyone tell me how much fluid I should buy for this job? I am going to buy DOT 3, is that the correct type? What is the best brand to get? Thanks in advance

[MBZ] Broken cruise control handle

My cruise control handle/lever came cleanly out of the switch. I tried putting it back with JB Weld. That held for about 10 pulls on the lever then came out with the JB attached. It came cleanly off the lever and did not remain in the switch. It als came off the lever with my nail. Is there anythin

[MBZ] Diesel fuel additives

With winter on the way my 240D will be in it's den sleeping like a bear all winter. I am thinking that I should add to a full tank of diesel the following additives. PRI-D (a fuel stablizer) and PRI-OCIDE (a biocide). Has anyone used these products? If so what are your opinions are there any downsi

Re: [MBZ] oil pressure and speedometer 1983 240D

On 9/11/05, Anthony Galioto <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > I took a small trip about 125 miles of highway driving at 65-75 mph. The > car is a 1983 240D with 63,000 miles on it in good condition. It was a hot > day 83+ degrees. After exiting the turnpike and stopping for a l

[MBZ] oil pressure and speedometer 1983 240D

I took a small trip about 125 miles of highway driving at 65-75 mph. The car is a 1983 240D with 63,000 miles on it in good condition. It was a hot day 83+ degrees. After exiting the turnpike and stopping for a light, I noticed that the oil pressure gage was fluttering on or about the number 2 o

Re: [MBZ] Removal of center vent servo in 1983 300TD w/o taking apart the dash

Did you ever try moving the lever under the center duct to the left? Anthony On 8/8/05, Chuck Landenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Andrew wrote: > " IIRC, this involves removing the glove box and being prepared to have > one or both hands scraped raw." > > That's all you need to know...

Re: [MBZ] Fluids -antifreeze and power steering

Thanks everyone. Drained and flushed the red devil out of my cooling system. It now happyly has Zerox G-05. My car thanks you too. Anthony New York 83 240D 69000mi On 7/18/05, Jeff Zedic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Well one difference is that you're making a living selling the > stuff

[MBZ] Fluids -antifreeze and power steering

I just changed the anti freeze and power steering fluids on my 1983 240D. In the PS I put Mobil 1 ATF. I have now been told this would damage the seals. Is this correct ? Should I drain it and install regular PS Fluid? The manual says to use ATF. I also changed the antifreeze. I installed Pr

Re: Re [MBZ] Fuel tank gaskit

em in my > trunk. > > > Regards Steve Van Cleve > Marrowstone Isl Wa > > "85" Euro 240D 5 spd 110K > "79" 240D 5spd fresh tranny transplan > "82" Euro 300 TD non turbo, project wagon > "94" Dodge, 2500, 5 spd, 5.9 Cummi

Re: [MBZ] Fuel tank gaskit

Thank You Guys, Your help is appreciated. Anthony On 7/2/05, Joe Knight <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > IIRC, there's a flexible line that is a press fit onto the overflow > tube that originates inside the fill flap. If that tube has become > detached any overflow will dump into the recess behind t

[MBZ] Fuel tank gaskit

I have a 1983 240D. It has an odor of fuel in the trunk. I was advised by Mr. Marshall to replace the filler neck gaskit to the fuel tank. I cannot figure out just how the gaskit can be removed and replaced. I look into the fuel door and there aren't any screws showing. Can anyone out there he