Re: [MBZ] OT - Today's Fun

2018-06-11 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
The provenance on this model gun is actually pretty cool. Apparently, with the popularity of Westerns at the time, Ruger decided it would be smart marketing to put out a “six shooter” for the masses. There were a number of different models, with barrel lengths up to 9” and “convertibles” that h

Re: [MBZ] OT - Mississippi

2018-06-07 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I would say that the issues I saw in MS were racism, truly the black vs. white thing. The Boston situation sounds far more like a cultural thing than racism. I’ve seen the cultural thing play out in places like South Florida, where the Cubans have been displaced by the Haitians, the Haitians b

Re: [MBZ] OT - Mississippi

2018-06-06 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Yeah, one of the things that really put us off of Jackson was how racist it was. Not even the slightest effort to conceal it, either. My potential business partner had two “boys” (his words) that kept the shop clean and ran parts. This is how he referred to them in forum. Yikes! And that was

Re: [MBZ] This Blows

2018-06-06 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
gt;> On Jun 5, 2018, at 3:35 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: >> >> Which vehicle? >> >>> On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 3:01 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes >>> wrote: >>> Wife calls this morning: >>> >>> “The battery in my car is dead. Nothin

Re: [MBZ] This Blows

2018-06-05 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
R129/SL500 > On Jun 5, 2018, at 3:35 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Which vehicle? > >> On Tue, Jun 5, 2018 at 3:01 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Wife calls this morning: >> >> “The battery in my car is dead. Nothing, no lights, no crank, n

Re: [MBZ] Spanish Speaker Needed

2018-06-05 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I need to be able to converse in person, over the phone. -D > On Jun 5, 2018, at 3:25 PM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Just dictate into Google translate, cut and paste into the email. Not > perfect, but it can usually get the meaning across. > > On Mon, Jun 4, 2018, 5:08 PM Dan P

Re: [MBZ] Electrics and Hybrids

2018-06-05 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Where’s Bob? I believe he works there. -D > On Jun 5, 2018, at 2:55 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > Great question. > > I live downwind of the last Nuke plant certified in USA [I think] Palo > Verde Nuke plant west of Phoenix, AZ. The hoops required to keep it > running are often discusse

[MBZ] This Blows

2018-06-05 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Wife calls this morning: “The battery in my car is dead. Nothing, no lights, no crank, nothing.” Hmm. She makes alternative arrangements for work and the eldest son hooks up the charger for me as requested. Few minutes later the eldest son texts me: “ACC blower is on full speed as soon as I co

Re: [MBZ] 190d blower motor resistor/ac

2018-05-31 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’ve used the Envirosafe stuff in a native R12 system and it seems to work just fine. -D > On May 31, 2018, at 7:45 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm using the butane or propane stuff in my '87 wagon, I think it is > Enviro-safe or some-such. Works fine. I really doubt you can

Re: [MBZ] A Realistic BAT Auction

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Both. > On May 30, 2018, at 2:59 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > > Sold well or bought well? Sold well implies seller came out ahead. I > thought it was a fair price, maybe even a little low. > >> On Wed, May 30, 2018 at 8:34 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote:

[MBZ] Curt Needs to Get This...

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
...for OK Don: https://maine.craigslist.org/avo/d/1947-luscombe-8e/6586717605.html -D ___ 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/listin

Re: [MBZ] W108 Walkaround

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
sellers will always be in the market and there’s no way to rationalize where they’re coming from. -D > On May 30, 2018, at 10:00 AM, Curt Raymond wrote: > > For that kind of money? Where do people find the gall? > > -Curt > > > On Wednesday, May 30, 2018, 8:43:02 AM

Re: [MBZ] OT: HTML is bad for Email

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Nearly all email clients offer an option to send messages in plain text. However, there’s nothing you can do about emails you receive from others. Again, most current email clients will display both types of mail without issue, and make the determination to do so on the fly and automagically.

Re: [MBZ] W108 Walkaround

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Five minute walk around - just a sampling of what I found: Repaint. Paint poorly masked around windows and seals and peeling in those areas Floor rusted through in several spots and repaired, but they missed a couple of dime-sized holes in the rear seat floorboards. Oops! Undercarriage has sign

[MBZ] A Realistic BAT Auction

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I thought this sold well: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1968-oldsmobile-toronado/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2018-05-30 -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or chang

Re: [MBZ] OT military M1911 pistol auction

2018-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Yeah, I’m not interested in spending a grand for an old beat up 1911, regardless of provenance. I may ask the range about it next time I’m there. Interestingly, I noticed that all of the local ROTC groups are members. -D > On May 29, 2018, at 10:12 PM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > Perha

Re: [MBZ] 2003 e320 wagon 82k miles

2018-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Karl is in SoCal. -D > On May 29, 2018, at 8:51 PM, Jaime Kopchinski via Mercedes > wrote: > > Where is it located? > > On Tue, May 29, 2018 at 6:40 PM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> Coworker has this car wants to get rid of it. He has driven it for a lon

Re: [MBZ] OT - .22 Rifles

2018-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Going to go look at a Marlin 60 in stainless after work. Looks like a nice rifle for $180.00. -D > On May 29, 2018, at 11:55 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Meh, its the lever gun with a pump, the rear of the receiver and exposed > hammer ruin the lines. > https://www.gunbroker.co

Re: [MBZ] Hit and run plus catch

2018-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I wish they would vigorously enforce this in FL. It’s estimated that over a third of the driver’s on our roads are uninsured. -D > On May 29, 2018, at 11:02 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Oh man, in New England (at least in MA or ME) no insurance is nearly a prison > offense. > I

Re: [MBZ] Hands free phone device question

2018-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
+1 -D who does not phone/text, etc., while driving > On May 29, 2018, at 10:36 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > My favorite choice is just to not use my phone in the car. I've made it known > that I don't take calls while driving and leave it at that. If something > vital comes up

Re: [MBZ] Is There Something Funky Here?

2018-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This is the eBay seller that made me discover that ratings are only for the last 12 months. Look at their lifetime ratings, specifically their negative feedback. Not good. -D > On May 29, 2018, at 9:00 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On May 29, 2018 at 5:21 AM Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] 1965 Finny find

2018-05-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Too much project. I just don’t have the resources or space to deal with something that’s as far along as this car. I need a driver quality car that’s intact but needs minor stuff and/or freshening. That and I don’t do bodywork, so the minute I have to send something out the s start to get

[MBZ] OT - .22 Rifles

2018-05-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I know some here have .22 caliber rifles they plink with. I’m thinking about buying one myself, and would be interested in what others have and are actively using, and for what. Thanks! -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieb

Re: [MBZ] 300CD wanted

2018-05-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
n 25/05/2018 10:11 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> I don’t think there was turbo anything until 81. >> >> Having owned a non-turbo, I would never buy or recommend one myself. >> >> -D >> > > Hey, are you not the

Re: [MBZ] 300CD wanted

2018-05-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I don’t think there was turbo anything until 81. Having owned a non-turbo, I would never buy or recommend one myself. -D > On May 25, 2018, at 11:03 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ok let me,ask him. I think he might want a turbo. Was 80 the first year for > Turbo CD's? > > Dwight

Re: [MBZ] 300CD wanted

2018-05-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Yeah, but they’re not much good if you never finish them -D > On May 25, 2018, at 10:04 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > I like projects > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 25, 2018, at 8:53 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: >> >> Only if he wants a project. >> >> Dwight Gi

Re: [MBZ] I could spend less than half the amount poos wants and have lower miles and it’s local

2018-05-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Go for it. Then let’s compare notes about what it needs. -D > On May 24, 2018, at 9:49 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes > wrote: > > OBO the,seller, Kaleb. > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > > On May 24, 2018 9:41 PM, "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> C

Re: [MBZ] Hands free phone device question

2018-05-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’m really picky about phone/iPod, etc., sort of mounts. I want something that integrates with my car and isn’t some cheesy suction cup on the windshield/hanging from my AC vents sort of thing. So I found a really nice, but not cheap, mount that is custom made for my car from these guys: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: cake decorating in Floyd's neck of the woods

2018-05-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This is a local story which may not have been covered in detail elsewhere... Mom ordered the cake online and the ordering system flagged the “word” as offensive. Rather than just go to the store and order it, she ignored the “—-“ in the ordering system and wrote out an explanation of what the w

Re: [MBZ] W124 Cabriolet Prices Softening

2018-05-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
There was a discussion about the PO doing a lowering job on the car which might make it appear that way. -D > On May 23, 2018, at 9:56 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Anybody else think the front suspension needs redoing on the BATmobile? > (and probably all the rear suspension r

[MBZ] W124 Cabriolet Prices Softening

2018-05-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Cheap BAT buy: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1994-mercedes-benz-e320-cabriolet-9/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2018-05-23 -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or chang

Re: [MBZ] where to buy touch-up paints?

2018-05-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
The only stuff I’ll buy (and yes, it’s not cheap) is from Tower/APS. Their stuff is consistently high quality and the best match I’ve found. At about $20/can it’s not cheap, but I’ve always been pleased with the results. -D > On May 21, 2018, at 10:34 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Dollar Tree Wheel Cleaner

2018-05-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Absolutely. I have a wheel brush for just such an occasion that I applied quite vigorously. -D > On May 21, 2018, at 12:26 AM, clay monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > It will need some agitation once spewed upon the wheel > > clay > > 1974 450sl - Frosch - Two tone green > 1986 SDL - Polei

Re: [MBZ] I guess these are worth a lot of money?

2018-05-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
They were made by a German company, so there must have been some demand in/around the Fatherland for them. -D > On May 18, 2018, at 3:04 PM, clay monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not my cup of tea. Would have been to my taste when I was younger and into > bling > > > clay > > 1974 450sl

Re: [MBZ] 240 D manny $1200

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It’s posted at PP, too, I believe. Either that or I saw it in a National CL search I run. -D > On May 17, 2018, at 2:13 PM, Ed Booher via Mercedes > wrote: > > "A joy to restore" >- Man who has obviously never worked on Mercedes-Benz before. > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 7:11 PM, Buggered

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Just buy a new or used headliner and install it. Then you’ll be dolphin free, just like the tuna! -D > On May 17, 2018, at 1:01 PM, archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > How much will it cost to get a quality paint job? > Gerry > > Dan wrote: > >> Don’t buy this as a flip, you’ll never re

Re: [MBZ] 1981 Mercedes 240 D sedan 4speed " RARE " - $3300 (LEXINGTON SC)

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
wheels > all the way through. > I have an extra set of Bundts in my cellar, Guess I will bring them to the Q. > > Dwight E. Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > >> On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 12:41 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Bundts became stock between model yea

Re: [MBZ] OT: Are '65 Riviera's really worth over $50k?

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
That is a cool car. I never looked at the auction as I knew it would go for stupid money. -D > On May 17, 2018, at 11:54 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1965-buick-riviera-5/ > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com >

Re: [MBZ] 1981 Mercedes 240 D sedan 4speed " RARE " - $3300 (LEXINGTON SC)

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Bundts became stock between model years 82-83 on W123s, I believe. -D > On May 17, 2018, at 11:29 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Bundts were an extra cost option until the early 1980s, then became stock > IIRC. > > On Thu, May 17, 2018 at 11:11 AM, Dwight Giles > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] the cabin interior headliner has been removed and a dolphin painted in its place

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Don’t buy this as a flip, you’ll never recover your costs. The resale values on these is right about where it’s priced. Certainly many folks price them higher, but with the miles this one has the price is pretty much in the ballpark. If you can get it for $3k it’s not a bad deal. Even at that

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
it > clean, and supposedly quieting down lifters? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 17, 2018, at 7:35 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Mobil1 averages about $26/5 quarts. I can buy 2-1/2 gallons of Delo 400 LE >> for $26.00, which makes it ab

Re: [MBZ] E300td oel and EGR?

2018-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Mobil1 averages about $26/5 quarts. I can buy 2-1/2 gallons of Delo 400 LE for $26.00, which makes it about $2.60/quart, or half the price of Mobil1. I’m not sure where you’re buying filters for $8.00, I’m paying around $10.00 for Mann or Hengst. So a five quart oil change is actually under $2

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

2018-05-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Nope. Not interested. I’ll trade for the W124 convertible, though. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 2:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > From your back 40 to Dan's in FL. > > On Wed, May 16, 2018 at 2:16 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >>

Re: [MBZ] Very odd electrical issue in SDL

2018-05-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It’s junk. Move it to the back 40. -D > On May 16, 2018, at 2:13 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 16 May 2018 12:02:05 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> As I was getting off the highway and slowing down, as it was coming to >> idle the engine would buck. Like the

Re: [MBZ] I Want

2018-05-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
ay 16, 2018 at 11:36 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Anyone near Middletown, NY? >> >> https://tinyurl.com/ydxywul2 >> >> -D >> ___ >> http://www.okiebenz.com >> >> To search list archives http://w

[MBZ] I Want

2018-05-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Anyone near Middletown, NY? https://tinyurl.com/ydxywul2 -D ___ 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] Mental Health

2018-05-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
$1.00 > On May 15, 2018, at 11:00 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > How much cash will you give me in addition? > > >> On 5/15/2018 9:55 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: >> Sure. I’ll swap for the POS W124 convertible. You’ll be doing it a favor >> and saving it from it’s in

Re: [MBZ] OT - spent .22LR brass

2018-05-15 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
At our range you sweep up when done and deposit used shell casings into a large plastic trash can. -D > On May 14, 2018, at 11:27 PM, Larry Turner via Mercedes > wrote: > > > I'm told some salvage yards will buy brass. Not sure if there's a min or > not. At the range we just sweep it into

Re: [MBZ] OT A Hero of Mother's Day

2018-05-14 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
In Florida, if you have a CWP as I do, exposing or showing your firearm while carrying is a misdemeanor and the basis for revocation of your CWP. You never, ever “show”unless you plan on using it. One more part of the process to make it a very conscious effort to decide when to use that conceal

Re: [MBZ] OT recovering a drill

2018-05-14 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I think I have one of those. Bought it new in the early 1980s. I’ll post a pic tonight. -D > On May 14, 2018, at 12:43 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yeah, so you know why I like it!I looked in auctions and pawn shops all > over to try to find one like it. > > Dimitri via M

Re: [MBZ] OT: Crop dusting

2018-05-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
No, but I’ve been buzzed by A-10s from the Indiana National Guard at their bombing range at Camp Atterbury maybe 50’ off the deck while deer hunting... -D > On May 10, 2018, at 1:39 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Thu, 10 May 2018 12:40:04 -0400 Dan--- via Mercedes > wrot

Re: [MBZ] OT: Mandatory solar

2018-05-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
They would have to mandate it. Of the places where I’ve lived that had off-peak metering where they can load shed when necessary, the programs have all either failed or been discontinued. My current home has such a setup for my AC, which I removed when the new AC was put in. I called the utili

Re: [MBZ] OT: Crop dusting

2018-05-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
And I’m getting to watch the Blue Angels practice over MacDill AFB from my 28th floor office window. Air show at MacDill this weekend, so there’s a NOTAM restricting airspace over the area all week long. The A-10s are supposed to be practicing this afternoon. -D > On May 10, 2018, at 11:45 A

Re: [MBZ] Tool Sale!

2018-05-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Be careful. It’s not just coat hanger wire, but it also needs to have the correct bevel on the ends of the wires in the proper orientation. These are critical to engage the latches that unlock and lock the collar that holds the lock cylinder in place. -D > On May 10, 2018, at 6:47 AM, Karl W

Re: [MBZ] It Makes Me Sad...

2018-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Point well taken. -D > On May 9, 2018, at 2:00 PM, tyee165 via Mercedes > wrote: > > If one was living right, those jewels would be real ones. > > > Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A > Original message ----From: Dan--- via Mercedes > Date: 2018-05-

Re: [MBZ] SD card format question

2018-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
+1 -D On May 9, 2018, at 1:45 PM, fmiser via Mercedes wrote: >> Max wrote: > >> When I had to format a big SD card, I had to download a tool and >> mount the card with a USB adapter, and then I had no problems. >> I don't remember the name of the tool, but it was a free >> download and provide

Re: [MBZ] Yay! daughter unit!

2018-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Teach a daughter/son to fish. Congrats. There is hope for the younger generation. -D > On May 9, 2018, at 1:38 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > She and a friend changed the oil on the 124 E320 this past weekend -- only > took 3 trips to the FLAPS but they got it done! > > Sh

Re: [MBZ] It Makes Me Sad...

2018-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
s" > > Same kind of mentality. > > --R > > >> On 5/9/18 10:20 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> The “jewels”. That someone could so thoroughly destroy a car like that. >> >> -D >> >>> On May 9, 2018, at 10:00 AM, Craig via Merced

Re: [MBZ] It Makes Me Sad...

2018-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
The “jewels”. That someone could so thoroughly destroy a car like that. -D > On May 9, 2018, at 10:00 AM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Wed, 9 May 2018 05:27:20 -0400 Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Look at the pictures of this Grand Edition after you read the >> description: >> >>

Re: [MBZ] Maybe a nice 240d?

2018-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I never realized this until I bought the S500 coupe from the SN. What compounded the problem was that I parked in a covered parking structure that was across the street from a flour mill. When I came out at the end of the day my car had a literal dusting of flour on it. -D > On May 8, 2018,

Re: [MBZ] OT best new washer dryer

2018-05-07 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I believe you can disable it. I sort of like it compared to the former dryers that had obnoxious buzzers. -D On May 7, 2018, at 10:12 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: >> >> I don't want any weird music box bs in my house. > > > I loathe that kind of thing. Deeply. That is not music. >

Re: [MBZ] OT best new washer dryer

2018-05-07 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
My new (LG) washer has a cleaning cycle. Rather that paying for the pricey cleaner powders, I just buy a handful of KoolAde lemonade packets. I think I use about four of them at a time, costs me all of a buck for a cleaning. I do the same with my Bosch dishwasher. Makes it all nice and shiny

Re: [MBZ] Seat Cover SCORE!

2018-05-05 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
No, they’re original material. -D > On May 5, 2018, at 7:55 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > > Are those all new material in leather? Sure look like new. > > On Sat, May 5, 2018 at 1:38 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> I don’t know about W113s, but I’ll bet

Re: [MBZ] Yo Martha

2018-05-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I use that, too. However, if you’ve got a lot of cruft on the glass it won’t cut it. Certainly try it if you like. -D > On May 4, 2018, at 1:33 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Fri, 4 May 2018 12:05:56 -0400 Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > >> The glass on this $500E300D is really

Re: [MBZ] Yo Martha

2018-05-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
That, or what I like to use when I’ve got some really nasty glass, like with a former smoker - rubbing compound. It’s messy, but you definitely cut through everything on the glass. It will usually take off water spots as well. -D > On May 4, 2018, at 12:54 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wr

Re: [MBZ] OT big huevos

2018-05-02 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
State (Department) and others had compiled much of this information well prior to the agreement. It’s mostly old news, much of which is dated well before 2015 and substantiated elsewhere. While I wouldn’t trust these guys any farther than I could throw them, keeping them on a leash and within r

Re: [MBZ] Battery

2018-05-02 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
They don’t “quit working”, the automatic down/up feature just has to be reset, that’s all. Using the button by simply holding it down still does the job. As for the “drop” feature, it’s used in the convertibles so that everything seals tightly. The windows still seal, but the weatherstrip gets

Re: [MBZ] wow

2018-04-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Probably well in the range these days. People seem to have a major b*ner for anything 560 of late, better yet, a convertible. -D > On Apr 30, 2018, at 1:27 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > That might not be a bad price for a car like this, but kinda out of my bottom > feeder leag

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb, Should I Check This Out?

2018-04-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Early 90s, I believe. My 91 350SDL was R12, my 93 400E is R134a. -D > On Apr 30, 2018, at 12:29 PM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > > On Sun, 29 Apr 2018 20:45:27 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes" > wrote: > >> That machine looks ancient. It’s probably setup for r12 and probably >> not w

Re: [MBZ] Today's 400E Fun

2018-04-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I wish it was the old style with the bows and stuff. I wouldn’t be messing with it if that were the case. So much for progress -D On Apr 30, 2018, at 10:43 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: >> >> I think it is cost saving, probably much faster to install, less weight, >> easier to rep

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

2018-04-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
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 > > --FT > > >> On 4/25/18 1

[MBZ] This Is Total Insanity

2018-04-25 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1982-mercedes-benz-300td-turbo-4/?utm_source=dailymail&utm_medium=email&utm_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] 91 350SD

2018-04-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Dealbreaker right there. Game over. -D > On Apr 24, 2018, at 3:43 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > Forgot it has an aftermarket radio in it which I hate. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 24, 2018, at 2:40 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: >> >> White/grey. I should already ha

Re: [MBZ] 91 350SD

2018-04-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Good luck finding a KLIMA relay for it. Those are getting scarce. The repairs, even if you’ve got the parts you can scavenge off OkieAcres car, are substantial. Worse yet, if your intent is to fix and flip, a salvage title is going to be a big hit. I’ve found several main line insurers are no l

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday Okie-Boy!

2018-04-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
That’s one way to look at it... -D > On Apr 24, 2018, at 8:15 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > One more year closer to death > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 24, 2018, at 7:13 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Yeah,

[MBZ] Happy Birthday Okie-Boy!

2018-04-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Yeah, tick off another year on the clock. -D ___ 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] 26 yo 500E sedan Closing in on $50K

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
There is a guy in the 500E forum that’s up around Jacksonville, FL that had installed twin turbos on an M119 500E, I believe. He modded the p*ss out of the engine, with a MegaSquirt FI system, different ignition, I’m not sure what all the changes he made. Frankencar, but pretty well done from w

Re: [MBZ] 26 yo 500E sedan Closing in on $50K

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Chuckling, maybe, but heading in that direction for sure. -D > On Apr 23, 2018, at 1:01 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think I'd rather get a $650 400E for 90% of the performance. "Sportline" > the suspension, maybe a few tweaks here and there to improve the engine > power and s

Re: [MBZ] E320 question (1998)

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
One of them is. There are two others. -D > On Apr 23, 2018, at 12:09 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Is the E320 fuse box easily accessible under the hood on the firewall - > driver's side? > > On Sun, Apr 22, 2018 at 11:26 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Light - 300CD

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
gt; >> Personally I'd check all the glow plugs first, as those fail far more often >> than the light bulbs. >> >> ----- >> Max >> Charleston SC >> >> On Mon, Apr 23, 2018 at 7:24 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com&

Re: [MBZ] 26 yo 500E sedan Closing in on $50K

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
500Es are in the stratosphere. Have been for a bit. A really good one, low miles, with documented history can (and do) easily bring north of $60k. -D > On Apr 23, 2018, at 12:32 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > For that price it must drive on water. > > On Mon, Apr 23, 2018

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

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Former next door neighbor is an engineer, does “forensic commercial HVAC” work for an insurer, whatever that is. Wandered over one day to hear him fussing over a weed wacker he had disassembled. He’s trying to thread the flat spring for the recoil starter back into the cup that contains it. H

Re: [MBZ] OT How to make sure "No means no" (hint: be prepared)

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
My $650.00 400E came from Greenville. It seems nice. -D > On Apr 23, 2018, at 10:05 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Greenville is nice > > --R > Sent from iPhone > >> On Apr 23, 2018, at 8:59 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I've been to Greenville, its a weir

Re: [MBZ] Education

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Good choice - that or a plumber. I’ve gone down the road of business owner twice. It’s not for the faint of heart or some who needs a consistent night’s sleep. However, the payoff can be significant if you’re successful. -D > On Apr 23, 2018, at 8:48 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Glow Plug Light - 300CD

2018-04-23 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Did you check the bulb? Dan > On Apr 23, 2018, at 7:20 AM, Ralph,'84TD via Mercedes > wrote: > > My '84 300CD's glow plug light on the dash has stopped coming on when I turn > on the key. The glow plugs must be working as the engine starts immediately > after about 7-10 seconds. What shoul

Re: [MBZ] OT It is Friday

2018-04-20 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Art Bell. In fairness to Art Bell, I don’t think he necessarily bought into a lot of the stuff his callers promoted, he just gave them a place to air it. -D > On Apr 20, 2018, at 11:37 AM, Mountain Man via Mercedes > wrote: > > Max wrote: >> Time to restock the tin foil... > > send it to Cl

Re: [MBZ] MMM - Here's Your Car

2018-04-20 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
the CoPart listings in MD in a couple of weeks? > >> On April 20, 2018 at 8:55 AM Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> >> http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/mercedes-cars-sale/392711-1973-450-slc-1-owner-car.html > > _

Re: [MBZ] MMM - Here's Your Car

2018-04-20 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/mercedes-cars-sale/392711-1973-450-slc-1-owner-car.html > On Apr 20, 2018, at 8:36 AM, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Even signed in, I can't see it. Got another link? > > On Thu, Apr 19, 2018 at 6:58 PM, Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On

Re: [MBZ] Rare refrigerator? Or rare crack?

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
; On Apr 18, 2018, at 12:32 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I didn’t look at this particular item, but I’m referring to a cooler box >> that went in the center of the back seat above where the center armrest >> folds up. It is a factory option, but very rar

Re: [MBZ] OT Go Navy!

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Not to be gross, but one of the first things I noticed when I saw the blown out window and the fuselage was the smear of blood running back from the window opening. That lady never had a chance. Can you imagine having your upper torso and head sucked out into the air stream at 300+ mph? Whatev

Re: [MBZ] Rare refrigerator? Or rare crack?

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
atever it is, it’s not a factory item is it? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Apr 18, 2018, at 12:24 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Yeah, it’s one of those electrical heat transfer thingies. >> >> -D >> >>> On Apr 18, 2018, at 12

Re: [MBZ] Trio to Austin TX from Michigan

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Coworker has a Veloster that they bought new two years ago. Major POS. Reliability has been good, but interior material quality is awful. Legends rubbing off knobs and switches, shifter boot coming apart, etc. I thought the Korean cars were supposed to be fairly decent. This thing has the l

Re: [MBZ] Rare refrigerator? Or rare crack?

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Yeah, it’s one of those electrical heat transfer thingies. -D > On Apr 18, 2018, at 12:49 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On April 18, 2018 at 12:41 PM Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> >> Understand that “refrigerator” is really

Re: [MBZ] Rare refrigerator? Or rare crack?

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Understand that “refrigerator” is really a misnomer in this case. It’s actually a type of evaporative cooler, like the cheap dorm fridges that aren’t real refrigerators. It keeps things cool, but not cold. If you’re referencing the skis in the trunk option, that’s VERY rare here. I’ve only se

[MBZ] Hey, Andrew!

2018-04-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Looks like your T-Bird was a bargain. It went for a little over $8k. That seems like a pretty good deal. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.ok

Re: [MBZ] Mobil1 Rebate Form

2018-04-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Ans WallyWorld wasn’t listed the last two times they did this but they still sent me checks. -D > On Apr 17, 2018, at 1:01 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: > > On Tue, 17 Apr 2018 10:37:44 -0600 Craig via Mercedes > wrote: > >> I though some of you guys would like this. > > The participating l

Re: [MBZ] np or cp?

2018-04-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Not really. Other than the slammed suspension, this is all of an entry level 500E in today’s market. Having a 400E and hanging out with the “.036” crowd (as in “124.036) I can assure you I learned early on that a well sorted, reasonable mileaged 500E can easily set you back $40k-$50k. These a

Re: [MBZ] fuel prices?

2018-04-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Premium unleaded has been up around $0.20/gallon here recently. As I only fill up maybe every week and a half I do t pay a lot of attention to it. -D > On Apr 16, 2018, at 1:09 PM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > I don't pay much attention to the gasoline prices, the diesel fuel prices

[MBZ] One for the Carolina Boys

2018-04-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/mercedes-benz/560sel/2098002.html%22 -D ___ 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/li

Re: [MBZ] Okiebadges

2018-04-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
You can tell tax season is just about over - Mitch is showing up again Welcome back, Mitch! -D > On Apr 13, 2018, at 10:49 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.amazon.com/Ford-Chrome-Oklahoma-Tailgate-Nameplate/dp/B015P1N942 > > ___ >

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