A forklift? Or a hot young babe?
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Friday, February 09, 2018 1:11 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Spotted at copart while I wait
This is quite entertaining. There is a hot young ba
I sure hope they don't. I can't remember, what did you buy?
Donald H. Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Friday, February 9, 2018 12:56 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: [MBZ] Copart
So I am at copart getting ready to pick up thi
There are a few cheap MB projects for sale. But, they are listed on Facebook.
76 300D. Seller says needs headgaskets. Looks pretty clean. Silver over
navy.
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/279653922559957
This one is confusing. Says "solid condition" AND "Does not run" 82 240D
No. It’s a Range Rover.
Don Snook
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From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, February 9, 2018 9:46 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: [MBZ] empty bottles free bonus
Is tha a G in back?
https://charleston.craigslist.org/cto/d/nice-c
How do people wear out driver's seats this bad? The seat in my 18 year old BMW
with 240,000 mile looks pristine compared to this.
Donald H. Snook
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Sent: Friday, February 9, 2018 9:46 AM
To: Mercedes Discussi
n, simple and ran
1995 E300D - Gave her life to save me against a Dame in a SUV POS 1987 SDL -
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> On Feb 8, 2018, at 6:52 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
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Sent: Wednesday, February 7, 2018 2:21 PM
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Cc: Donald Snook
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL
Link?
On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.
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Cc: Donald Snook
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL
Link?
On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.
Second
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL
Link?
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merce
First Pic
Don Snook
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Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 500SEL
Link?
On Wed, Feb 7, 2018 at 3:16 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
sador. It was hard to pass up,
Even for being a gasser.
500SEL would make a great car to transform into a 300SDL with SLS! I have the
drive train if ya wanna do that!
> Donald Snook via Mercedes <mailto:mercedes@okiebenz.com> February 7,
> 2018 at 2:16 PM What's the story wit
It was on the facebook marketplace. I can't figure out how to forward a link.
Don Snook
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Cc: Donald Snook
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 84 5
What's the story with the 500SEL? There is one for sale in Wichita. Its not
a 560. Owner claims it only has 98,000 miles. But, I am not familiar with
this model.
Donald H. Snook
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Saw this picture in a car group. 863K Miles!
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Engine caught fire with 35,000 miles? How does that happen to a diesel (other
than Mrs. Okie Boy)?
Donald H. Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 8:17 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: [MBZ] Holy smokes
I'm with you. I actually like the Crown Vic. AND the Impala SS is definitely
on my bucket list.
Donald H. Snook
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From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 5:05 PM
To: Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT saw a
That poor car. It has been abused.
Donald H. Snook
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From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, February 05, 2018 4:36 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: [MBZ] The car runs and drives, but is a total pain in the ass
Stop me.
h
It is nice. Needs a Martha treatment. But, with these the important question
is whether the rods have been addressed OR it has had a replacement engine
right? I thought the conventional wisdom was these will ALL bend the rods
eventually. Is that right?
Donald H. Snook
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I watched the game at a friends house. We had a small party. I enjoy the game
and its also about hanging out with friends for a few hours. I thought it was
a great game. Especially because the patriots lost. I'm a football fan, but
it does not mean I endorse everything the NFL does.
Don
There are several examples of V8s and V6s that represent extremely durable and
reliable engines. The GM 350 (rocket) that was used for decades was/is an
extremely durable engine -- especially considering the technology at the time.
The GM 3800 v6 is (in my opinion) one of the best engines ev
Wow. That looks pretty nice. I wish the pictures were better. So, what are
the problems on these?
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Wednesday, January 31, 2018 6:30 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: [MBZ] Facelift 210 wagon
2
It has 313K Miles. Not a lot of detail. Its cheap! But, could be nice. Too
bad I'm not in Ohio.
https://akroncanton.craigslist.org/cto/d/1984-mercedes-diesel-wagon/6475054540.html
Don Snook
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Speaking of check lists and rip offs. I saw this recent report on Jiffy Lube.
This doesn't look good for them!
https://www.cheatsheet.com/money-career/how-jiffy-lube-got-a-reputation-for-ripping-off-people.html/?a=viewall
Don Snook
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From: Curley McLain [mailto:126
Wow. That is NICE! I had an 82 280 It was a Euro car. I liked the power of
the M110 but it seemed to really like GAS. I thought it got lousy mileage.
But, this is a great looking car!
Don Snook
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From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, January 29, 2
I don't know enough about these newer cars. I found one on craigslist with
131,000 miles. Are these any good? Do they have nightmare issues?
Don Snook
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No a/c. Ugh.
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Saturday, January 27, 2018 7:05 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: [MBZ] euro wagon
https://www.ebay.com/itm/1980-Mercedes-Benz-200-Series-Wagon/122937408922?hash=item1c9fa3fd9a
Oh my gosh! I love it. The green with the saddle interior! I Have always like
the 250 Coupe!
Don Snook
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From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com]
Sent: Saturday, January 27, 2018 6:46 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: [MBZ] Dark Olive Green W11
This sounds like the Seinfeld episode of transporting the 5 cent deposit cans
and bottles to Michigan to get the 10 cent deposit!
My uncle was a small used car dealer for 40 years. He was semi retired and he
and another guy used to go to the Auctions in Oklahoma and Arkansas and buy
cheap ol
My father said that too. But, he once spent 3 hours putting a lawnmower
together and had to take 3 trips back to the store to see what the completed
version looked like.
I believe in this cliché too. BUT, there are a whole lot of things that even
if I want it done right, I don't have the s
Does that mean the 126 420 has the problem or not?
Don Snook
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From: Curley McLain [mailto:126die...@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 8:56 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?
420 is a M116, same as the 380.
560 is a M117.
> Dan P
That was my thought too.
Don Snook
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From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 12:53 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 420SEL?
Sounds like a deal breaker.
On Thu, Jan 25, 2018 at 12:37 PM, Dan--- via Me
I know the 560SEL is more desirable because the mileage difference is
negligible between the 420 and the 560. Is there something else that makes
the 420 SEL less desirable? Was there an issue with a timing chain. I can't
remember the specifics.
The price of this one is TOO HIGH. But, it su
This sort of inspires me -- not that I will use the kit. But, I am considering
building a garage for my new house. This is the house I am buying in the new
town that we are doing the rehab on. It does not have a garage. I have looked
at Metal garages and I can't decide if they seem like a g
Isn't that a lot of miles for a gasser? Did these need timing chains when
they got a lot of miles. I do really want a 560SEL one day. I wish there were
some interior pictures.
Don Snook
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From: d...@penoff.com [mailto:d...@penoff.com]
Sent: Tuesday, January 23, 2
You are right. That might be nice. What's the story on the heat stuck on?
I'm going back too far in my memory to be accurate. So, these are great as
long as they have the updated head? Is that right? With 275,000 miles it
probably has already had it, right?
There is a guy in McPherson w
That makes sense to me. That's what a coolant flush used to mean. Drain
coolant, fill with water, run till hot, drain again, and refill.
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Saturday, January 20, 2018 2:32 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion
WOW! That is nice. Do these 124 wagons have the same issues with the rear
suspension that the 123 has/had?
Don Snook
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From: Fred Moir [mailto:fredh.s...@hotmail.com]
Sent: Friday, January 19, 2018 8:54 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: [MBZ] Fw: 1994 MERCEDE
I'm pretty sure I can get $300-500 worth of parts off it for my current car.
I just noticed my rotors are pulsating when I exit off the highway. But, now
that I think about it, rotors might not be something I want to swap onto the
car.
Don Snook
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From: clay monr
I think I remember from working at the dealership, that the stalk that controls
all that can go bad. There is a switch inside the wheel that fails and when it
goes bad all sorts of things run through it and it causes weird failures.
Don Snook
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From: Floyd Thursby
Is this my old car (that was also OK Don's old car and then Kaleb's)? I
thought the odometer stopped working a long time ago. If that is the same car,
I am so happy to see one of this group still driving it. I loved that car. It
is in the top 3 best cars that I have had. It was just a tad
e car still has 240,000
miles.
Not sure what the cost of an engine would be? Labor? Seems like it would far
exceed the value pretty quickly.
Don Snook
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From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca]
Sent: Thursday, January 18, 2018 11:05 AM
To: Donald Snoo
very
1972 220D - Gump - She was green, simple and ran
1995 E300D - Gave her life to save me against a Dame in a SUV POS 1987 SDL -
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> On Jan 17, 2018, at 1:11 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Its been a while since I emailed. I am still recei
That was sort of what I asking about. I don't know how much time this is going
to take. I would think I could get a lot of parts off in a weekend. The new
house has a shed, so I suppose a few plastic storage containers could hold most
of it.
Don Snook
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From: Da
Could be a good project car. Its pretty rough, but with a lot of time and some
money . . .
Watch out for driver's throwing cigarettes out.
Don Snook
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From: Mitch Haley [mailto:mi...@mitchellhaley.com]
Sent: Wednesday, January 17, 2018 5:58 PM
To: Mercedes List
S
OK Don wrote:
"With your love of trying all sorts of different cars, I would consider whether
or not you will want to keep the '99 running for the long term or not. If not,
don't bother stocking up on spare parts that you will only have to get rid of
later. If so, grab everything you can.
Have
Randy wrote:
"Sorry to hear of your bad luck. My immediate thought is: How many miles on the
1999 and has it had the guides replaced? If not, you have another ticking time
bomb and not much point in saving parts if the 2nd car is going to end up like
the 1st."
The 1999 has half the miles (12
Floyd wrote:
"Things that are somewhat consumable like AC compressor, alternator, PS pump,
injection stuff, transmission, computers, brake booster, wiper motor and bits,
etc. and whatever else might be easy (I guess tranny isn't so easy, but a high
$$ item) like the radio, headlights, tailligh
Mitch wrote:
"Is this the one that you can sell windows for thousands each?"
Not that I know of. But, this car does have the security glass. It is double
pane and thick. But, I am started to get the minor spots of fog between the
panes on two of the windows. I do wish the other car had t
Its been a while since I emailed. I am still receiving digest, but with my new
job I haven't had much time to respond to any. I think many of you know I
have two BMW 7 series. One is a 2000 740IL and the other is a 1999 740IL.
The 2000 has almost 240,000 miles. Last week the poor car exp
Z] OT: New/Old Home Purchase
Have you sold your old house?
Sent from my Galaxy Tab® A
Original message From: Donald Snook via Mercedes
Date: 2017-11-15 9:02 AM (GMT-06:00) To: Mercedes
Discussion List Cc: Donald Snook
Subject: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase I remember a
esday, November 15, 2017 10:28 AM
To: Donald Snook via Mercedes
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase
1. Are you high?
2. Contracting the work out (mostly)?
3. Are you doing the work yourself?
If number one, get into rehab (not a rehab house) quick!
If number two, get a premium membe
From: Andrew Strasfogel [mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com]
Sent: Wednesday, November 15, 2017 11:00 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Cc: Kaleb C. Striplin ; Donald Snook
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: New/Old Home Purchase
My ex partner (interior designer) had a real love for four squares. I thought
I would
Kaleb wrote:
"Have fun"
It should be fun AND frustrating and long and difficult and exciting. The
sellers did make some immediate repairs when they bought it such as replacing
several windows some of the wood floors have been refinished. There was a
minor leak in the roof and they addresse
Dan wrote:
"http://mcmansionhell.com/post/166916762911/looking-around-american-foursquares
Cool houses."
That is almost exactly the floorplan of mine. The one exception is that
someone in the past turned it into a 3 bedroom. The master bedroom is much
larger now.
Don Snook
I remember a while back, Kaleb posted a link to an old house for a possible
flip. I am moving 60 miles to a new town and have decided to purchase an old
home that needs rehab. A client of mine is a developer and one his employees
purchased a house a few months ago for a flip. They had some pe
Has anyone seen the NetFLix series "Bates Motel"? This is what Norma
(Norman's mother) drives. It’s a modern version of the original pyscho except
it’s a TV show and Norman is only 17. The one Mrs. Bates drives is also
silver but has a darker interior. I have always thought these are beaut
I think great deal if it has the updated head and its not rusty. Aren't these
almost impossible to find?
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 4:09 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: [MBZ] Fair deal or crack
Piles of animal crap at the zoo would call that a turd. What is redeeming
about it?
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 3:51 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: [MBZ] Turd or treasure?
500 obo Mercedes B
ie.
Don Snook
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From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 10:58 AM
To: Donald Snook ; mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq
http://www.charleston-sc.gov/index.aspx?nid=481
This guy is about a stup
He looks like a City Councilman in Charleston should look.
Don Snook
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From: Floyd Thursby [mailto:buggeredbenzm...@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, November 03, 2017 10:58 AM
To: Donald Snook ; mercedes@okiebenz.com
Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq
http
OH WOW! I'll take the Jag! What a beautiful car!
Don Snook
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From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2017 8:17 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq
Hmm - screwed up. Try this one:
https://brin
I wouldn't have to worry about parking. I could pick it up and carry it with
me.
Don Snook
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From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2017 4:51 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq
Now this is a
Thank you. My wife and Son are much better looking than I.
Don Snook
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From: OK Don [mailto:okd...@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, November 02, 2017 3:23 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Photos
Good looking family - thanks for sharing.
An old southerner with a deep voice and a deep accent is the benchmark in my
opinion for wearing bow ties. Perhaps one day next summer I will bust out my
Seersucker suit, white bucks, and bow tie and go to Court. I'll have to try a
southern accent.
Don Snook
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A little pricey. BUT, the last year for 124 Chassis and a diesel. That's not
a common car and some would be excited about the combination.
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 9:47 PM
To: mercedes@okieben
[mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 5:26 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq
Sent from my iPhone
> On Nov 1, 2017, at 2:20 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Most people assume my 18 year old BMW is more expen
We had some pictures taken with my wife and son. My son and I both wore bow
ties. He is 6 years old so he looks much better in a bow tie than I did.
Don Snook
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From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca]
Sent: Wednesday, November 01, 2017 5:17 PM
To: Curt Raym
Most people assume my 18 year old BMW is more expensive than it really is. It
is also ALWAYS clean. I have an unlimited wash package so it gets washed at
least twice a week.
I don't want to drive a beater but I'm not totally hung up on status either.
Around here a new Truck is more of a sta
at least
> 20k miles and they are still like new. I can drive nearly full speed
> in heavy rain and they never lose traction.
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> > On Nov 1, 2017, at 8:57 AM, Donald Snook via Mercedes <
> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> >
> > S
Buy a mid 90's GM car with the 3800. 30 MPG and they are cheap.
Don Snook
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From: Curt Raymond [mailto:curtlud...@yahoo.com]
Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 8:31 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: fmiser
Subject: Re: [MBZ] And the blaming begins
This is a plan. An ear
WOW! If somebody had a set of sets and maybe some carpet, this looks like it
could be great! Diesel and manual! Isn't the odometer repair relatively
easy?
Don Snook
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From: Rick Knoble [mailto:rickkno...@hotmail.com]
Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 7:55 PM
To: me
Greg wrote:
"Once you accept the fact that it is ALWAYS the man's fault you will be much
happier."
Yep. Just ask Jimmy Buffet. His songs are full of wisdom.
Don Snook
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Geez. That's sucks. Sorry Kaleb. The damage to the bucket truck isn't bad.
But, I'm guessing it is still going to be pricey.
Don Snook
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From: Kaleb C. Striplin [mailto:ka...@striplin.net]
Sent: Monday, October 30, 2017 4:16 PM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; davesl...@
Rick wrote:
"Man, you need some wealthier clientele, or start chasing more ambulances.
Perhaps a pizza or two delivered to the ER with your business card attached
every week? Heck, a GM service manager probably makes enough to afford a car
like that Tongue planted firmly in cheek.
Gotta p
There ya go.
Sell the $500 606 turbo beater to Snook.
Those things get 30mpg at 80mph, don't they?
Mitch.
> On October 30, 2017 at 10:04 AM Donald Snook via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
>
> I thought we were talking about a car for me? 😊
>
> I'm interest
Is it a pain to enter everything? Is it pretty easy to use?
Don Snook
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From: Dan Penoff [mailto:d...@penoff.com]
Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2017 3:06 PM
To: Mercedes List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] Wasted oil change
Ohhh, I thought you were using Road Trip, the one I told
If he judges all his future cars on fuel mileage compared to the 190D, he is
going to be disappointed in the future!
Don Snook
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From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com]
Sent: Sunday, October 29, 2017 11:20 AM
To: Donald Snook
Cc: Mercedes Discussion List
Speaking of tires, I can now provide a review of the Michelin Premiere. I
have already put 7,000 miles on them. They are marketed for superior wet and
cold traction. I can report that based on my experience this is a valid claim.
My car had Michelins on it before and they were great. I'm
e deal?
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
>>
>>> On Oct 28, 2017, at 9:30 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
>>> wrote:
>>> There's a nice 78 300CD sitting here I could let go for cheapcheap, in
>>> pretty decent shape. Starts right up, runs well. Needs
VERY nice cars. But, much too new and too much $$ for me.
Don Snook
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From: Rick Knoble [mailto:rickkno...@hotmail.com]
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 11:49 PM
To: Donald Snook via Mercedes
Subject: Re: [MBZ] One or Two for Mr. Snook, Esq
Just buy a 2014-2017
ng them.
On Fri, Oct 27, 2017 at 1:41 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes <
mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:
> If you don't like the 190D perhaps you should sell it.
>
> Don Snook
>
> -Original Message-
> From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com]
> Sen
If you don't like the 190D perhaps you should sell it.
Don Snook
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From: Jim Cathey [mailto:jim.cathey...@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 11:24 AM
To: Mercedes Discussion List
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel mileage - was: Two Questions
>
> never, ever in my l
So, if I am sticking with Mercedes, I should look for a 190D. 36 sounds great!
Don Snook
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From: Curt Raymond [mailto:curtlud...@yahoo.com]
Sent: Friday, October 27, 2017 9:24 AM
To: mercedes@okiebenz.com; mercedes@okiebenz.com
Cc: fmiser
Subject: Re: [MBZ] 123 fuel
WOW That 300SDL is nice. But 405K miles? Wow. I don't think that would get
better than 25 mpg. Right? It is nice.
I am lusting in my heart for the Green 240D. My trip is 65 miles and I'm
guessing it might take 15 to get up to 80MPH. Or will one these actually go
that fast? It would get g
Max wrote:
"Looks like a money pit to me, but then I know very little about 4-matic (aka
$-matic). My understanding is that the first generation was flawed and subject
to expensive breakdowns, but the second generation was pretty robust."
Max also wrote:
"I "read on the internet" about a fello
With my new job, I have a 130 mile commute (that's round trip) for work. I am
going to put my house up for sale and move to the new town. But, that could
take a while. I'm considering finding another car that gets better mileage. My
current BMW gets 23 mpg. (the speed limit on the interstate is
Haven't been on the digest in a while. I started my new job last month and have
been pretty busy.
This wagon looks interesting. But, I'm a little afraid of the 4-Matic not
working. Also, it says it stalls at Idle. Any ideas? Is this a money pit
project or is a possible easy fix on the stall
When I had that car, I could get 32 mpg pretty easily. On one trip where I
tried to keep it at 70 mph for long stretches, I got as high as 33.
Don Snook
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From: Craig [mailto:diese...@pisquared.net]
Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 11:02 PM
To: Mercedes Discussion L
Now that Craig has a Semi and a warehouse, this should be the next vehicle
purchase!
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/1978-ward-la-france/6278238904.html
It would be very useful in washing the Semis or hosing out the warehouse!
Plus, if you are in a hurry, most people will yield.
Don Snoo
Randy wrote:
"I hope it works out for you Don. I had a look on the google maps and it looks
like a nice small town with most of the amenities one is used to - and it is
only an hour out of Wichita. Sounds like a perfect situation."
Thanks! I was a little worried. But, my wife and I checked out
Beautiful car! Love the color combo. But, is the a/c ICE COLD? That
interior looks great!
Don Snook
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From: Jaime Kopchinski [mailto:jaime...@gmail.com]
Sent: Friday, September 01, 2017 6:37 AM
To: mercedes Mailing List
Subject: [MBZ] Jon's 250S
On ebay:
http:/
Max wrote:
"Sounds like the kind of small town that people don't lock their doors at
night."
Dwight wrote:
"Sounds neat."
Randy wrote:
"But they sue each other??"
Max and Dwight: Thanks, yea it does!
Randy: I certainly hope so or I won't have much business! I'm just kidding -
mostly.
I have decided to take a position at a firm rather than keep my own practice
going. So, I will moving from Wichita (a fairly large city) to McPherson
Kansas (about 15,000 population). I didn't one interesting thing. My office
is on main street right by the Courthouse. It is a typical small
It is fantastic. The scope of the filming is spectacular. It immediately
makes the viewer feel the desolation and in typical Kubrik fashion, it is
creepy, scary, and lonely at the same time. BUT, I think the most amazing
opening sequence is Saving Private Ryan.
Don Snook
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That is what I have always done. Mostly because it was one of the few things
that would set my mother off. So, I developed a habit of not washing them (in
the dishwasher). BUT, I never knew the reason.
Don Snook
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From: Curley McLain [mailto:126die...@gmail.com]
I have an older Kenmore and I don't think it has one either.
Don Snook
-Original Message-
From: Randy Bennell [mailto:rbenn...@bennell.ca]
Sent: Friday, August 25, 2017 11:04 AM
To: Max Dillon via Mercedes
Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT fire scare
AND our Bosch does not have a heating elemen
Just catching up on digest and I saw this. I'm glad you are okay Clay. Make
sure you get that checked out. I have been in a few wrecks and was stiff for
1-2 days. If it lasts longer than that, make sure you get real treatment.
Don Snook
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From: arche...@embarqmai
How much is the most important factor.
Don Snook
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From: Mitch Haley [mailto:mi...@mitchellhaley.com]
Sent: Thursday, August 17, 2017 3:40 PM
To: Mercedes List
Subject: [MBZ] Should I buy a ML350?
2003 ML350, 188k mi, hit in the left headlight, foglight, condenser, g
https://wichita.craigslist.org/cto/d/1985-super-clean-mercedes-500/6267941404.html
Don Snook
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count tire direct though, should be
>> cheaper than tire rack. If you don't have your own tire machine and
>> computer balancer like I do them them them to Walmart to get mounted
>>
>> Sent from my iPhone
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>>> On Aug 16, 2017, at 9:37 AM, Donald Snoo
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