[MBZ] Sorry for any spam recently!!

2013-02-09 Thread E M
Hey Everyone, Sorry for any weird links you may have recently received. My account was hacked yesterday, and several have mentioned they have received a strange link to some diet site or something. Please disregard any links arriving from my email address, as I seldom send links in email

Re: [MBZ] BMW motorcycles

2012-03-10 Thread E M
, 8 Mar 2012 23:12:06 -0600 Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: On Mar 8, 2012, at 10:08 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: I tend to think of bikes like these, as being sport bikes. http://youtu.be/KqcdtsQpKrQ You can tell that's not the US. Drivers actually are getting

Re: [MBZ] VW Westfalia campers?

2012-03-09 Thread E M
Thanks Barry. Ed On 9 March 2012 03:00, Barry Stark barryst...@verizon.net wrote: Ed - Go to www.gowesty.com Barry Any idea of the best place to look for these? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search

Re: [MBZ] BMW motorcycles

2012-03-09 Thread E M
A Goldwing is for people who really want a Honda Accord, but prefer to drive around with no doors. Ed 300E On 9 March 2012 08:45, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Goldwing is for sure a good bike but its a HUGE bike. Its really a barcalounger on 2 wheels... I'm not sure I'm old

Re: [MBZ] rusty SL

2012-03-09 Thread E M
What are you talking about, couple of micowave panels, tube or two of shoegoo, and she'll be all set for Pebble Beach for well under 2 grand. hee hee. Ed 300E On 9 March 2012 09:35, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: For once we agree. I was thinking $2,000 would be a good price for the

Re: [MBZ] VW Westfalia campers?

2012-03-09 Thread E M
and an air mattress for occasional camping for 2. -Curt Date: Fri, 9 Mar 2012 01:35:30 -0500 From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] VW Westfalia campers? Message-ID: CANth8RWPuHNRMP+rgaQUgjV4DbHs=tPCK7ZC6aE1iRvKXsE=g

Re: [MBZ] VW Westfalia campers?

2012-03-09 Thread E M
the cost of operation and the carb made it less reliable. Hope this helps - I still have some parts so let me know if you get one. Peter On Fri, Mar 9, 2012 at 9:39 AM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Thanks Allan, lots of good info there! Ed 300E On 9 March 2012 10:33, Allan Streib str

Re: [MBZ] BMW motorcycles

2012-03-09 Thread E M
Wasn't ABS first introduced on these early R75s ? Ed 300E On 9 March 2012 15:44, Scott Ritchey ritche...@nc.rr.com wrote: I had an R75 back in the 70s and it was a fine machine, in its day. My perspective is dated because I quit riding in 1981 (job and relocation reasons). I'd be concerned

Re: [MBZ] BMW motorcycles

2012-03-08 Thread E M
Touring bike, yes. Sport bike, erm, not so sure I'm convinced, or that it fits my definition of sport bike. I tend to think of bikes like these, as being sport bikes. http://youtu.be/KqcdtsQpKrQ Ed 300E On 8 March 2012 21:34, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: Date: Thu, 8 Mar 2012

Re: [MBZ] VW Westfalia campers?

2012-03-08 Thread E M
Hey Guys, As we're talking about alternative modes of transport, do any of you have any experience with old VW campers? I've always wanted one, but have no idea of what the current market is. I'd like an older 70-80s one. Older would be cool, but I suspect the price for a decent one would be

Re: [MBZ] OT-Burn those 78rpm

2012-03-02 Thread E M
Forget converting to MP3, just open a bottle of wine, sit back, and enjoy the pleasure of listening to an old 78 as is. :-) Ed 300E On 2 March 2012 20:58, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Anyone know how the quality of recording off this would compare to a midrange turntable from the

Re: [MBZ] Volt vs. Gas

2012-02-27 Thread E M
Sorry to hear they're losing money. They haven't been available here in Canada for decades now. I've always liked them, and I think they're still some of the best looking cars in Europe. I drove a small one all over the North of Italy, and it was a blast. It was a 2.0L engine, which was the

Re: [MBZ] slooow

2012-02-27 Thread E M
Your drop back and charge approach is exactly how Sterling Moss described how to properly overtake when passing, in his book on how to drive in a safe sporting style. Book was probably published in the 50s, as I recall there was a chapter on bias ply tires. hee hee. Then there are times, when

Re: [MBZ] Volt vs. Gas

2012-02-27 Thread E M
I would suggest that one of the main reasons for not seeing more diesels in North America, is the stigma they still carry as being dirty oil burners. There is a large market of potential diesels buyers, who not only don't remember the problems GM had in the 80s, but also weren't driving, or

Re: [MBZ] slooow

2012-02-27 Thread E M
, and a 77 Monarch with a 250 cid 6 - none of which was any peppier than my 115 300D. Randy On 27/02/2012 12:42 PM, E M wrote: Your drop back and charge approach is exactly how Sterling Moss described how to properly overtake when passing, in his book on how to drive in a safe sporting style. Book

Re: [MBZ] Volt vs. Gas

2012-02-26 Thread E M
I agree. There are many great cars that could and should be offered to the North American market, which aren't. While this may not be everyone's dream car, I bet they could sell millions here. I know it's just what I'd like, for running Rover to the park, and to do the shopping in. I'd trade

[MBZ] OT. turn tables ??

2012-02-25 Thread E M
Hey Guys, Off topic, but I know some of you guys are into this stuff. I'm getting back into vinyl over CDs, and MP3. I miss the quality and warmth of old records. Anyway, I have an old mid 80s Sony receiver, and a Sony turn table, that is a front loader (slides out like a CD player). It's

Re: [MBZ] OT. turn tables ??

2012-02-25 Thread E M
present in 1973, and goes nicely with my 1973 Pioneer SX-727 receiver I bought back then -- the large Advents are downstairs hooked up to the TV and still shaking the walls) On 2/25/12 4:38 PM, E M wrote: Hey Guys, Off topic, but I know some of you guys are into this stuff. I'm getting back

Re: [MBZ] USB turn tables

2012-02-25 Thread E M
watcha got? Ed 300E On 25 February 2012 19:41, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I have a box of 45s in their jackets, all Top Ten stuff from the 70s. I repaired a pinball machine for a guy a few years ago and he paid me with a box of 45s (all in very good condition, I might add - he said

Re: [MBZ] OT. turn tables ??

2012-02-25 Thread E M
I can't hear any motor at all when I hit the open switch. If you still think it's the belt, I'll pull it apart and see if I can find a belt online. I've seen them for other players, and they seem pretty cheap. Thanks, Ed 300E On 25 February 2012 20:47, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OT. turn tables ??

2012-02-25 Thread E M
Pioneer stuff (70's), Marantz (sp). Rick Sent from my iPhone. On Feb 25, 2012, at 3:38 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Anyway, I was wonder if anyone had any suggestions for a good quality used turn table? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Dearth of 600s

2012-02-21 Thread E M
. Considering that these were not a large part of the product line at any given time, I find it surprising that there are so many on the market. Definitely not a good indicator. Dan On Feb 21, 2012, at 2:25 AM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Of course, this same argument could be use before

Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question

2012-02-21 Thread E M
replace only the parts which have failed when they fail. I figure the hoses are all about the same age... -Curt Date: Tue, 21 Feb 2012 02:37:38 -0500 From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question Message-ID

Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question

2012-02-21 Thread E M
Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 1:00 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question The problem with changing parts only after they fail, is that they never fail in your driveway. It's always far

Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question

2012-02-21 Thread E M
Seems a logical course of action to me. I do the same with bulbs. If one goes, I change both sides. If your hands are already dirty, might as well do the job right. ;-) Ed 300E On 21 February 2012 13:55, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: Which is why when one glowplug fails I

Re: [MBZ] Dearth of 600s

2012-02-20 Thread E M
The old rule probably applies, as it does with most things. If you have two of them, and therefore a supply of all the spares you'll ever need, it will probably never fail you. The danger zone, is the time period between your purchase of the first 600, and waiting for the second spare one to

Re: [MBZ] Dearth of 600s

2012-02-20 Thread E M
anyway. :-) Ed 300E 300E On 20 February 2012 23:27, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Mon, 20 Feb 2012 22:52:38 -0500 E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: The old rule probably applies, as it does with most things. If you have two of them, and therefore a supply of all the spares you'll

Re: [MBZ] 1985 190E 2.3 question

2012-02-20 Thread E M
I'd find out exactly what has the hole in it, and get a quote from Rusty for a new part/s. Doesn't sound like changing an air hose would be a big deal. If you have to reset the mixture and stuff, that's something others on the list would have to offer pointers on. If it's a car she loves, and

Re: [MBZ] who wants a W124 Sportline?

2012-02-18 Thread E M
I think GMs are ok cars, but I don't think GM could do such a car right. If you look close at a car that is all, or mostly carbon in clear, getting all the mat to line up properly is something GM couldn't do, even in small numbers. Well, they could, but I don't think anyone is going to pay 1.5

Re: [MBZ] who wants a W124 Sportline?

2012-02-18 Thread E M
If they were to clear coat, or gel coat really, a race car, it would be heavier than painting it. When racing, it's all about weight. ;-) Most purpose built race cars (F1) etc, are built underweight, often quite a bit underweight, so that they can add back ballast where they want it to fine tune

Re: [MBZ] who wants a W124 Sportline?

2012-02-17 Thread E M
Don't quote me on this Wilton, but a guy had a new one years ago when I was in the local Benz club. As I remember, it had different shocks and springs, rode a bit lower, more aggressive bolstering on the seats, and I think a different head (24 valve ?). Rims were different too. I didn't look

Re: [MBZ] who wants a W124 Sportline?

2012-02-17 Thread E M
to take and pay for but never use. Forced to take, you may ask - 'had to take 'em to get the cars, of course. Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, February 17, 2012 4:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] who

Re: [MBZ] who wants a W124 Sportline?

2012-02-17 Thread E M
Yeah, both. Ed 300E On 17 February 2012 21:35, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Sad in ways, but tacky and vulgar are now fashionable. Ed 300E you mean vulgar like this? http://www.mbusa.com/amg/**build/http://www.mbusa.com/amg/build/ or tacky like this?

Re: [MBZ] who wants a W124 Sportline?

2012-02-17 Thread E M
Me too, just delete the badges, and that silly carbon fibre that is all the rage for interior trim. What is it with people thinking clear coated carbon mate is a cool option for interior trim. If it's such a good look, maybe they should just stop painting Corvettes and start selling them in plain

Re: [MBZ] Guy built a Lamborghini in his basement

2012-02-13 Thread E M
Probably far better quality than any Countach that ever rolled off the line too. hee hee Ed 300E On 13 February 2012 01:26, relng...@aol.com wrote: If you can't change your own oil without looking at the manual, don't try this at home.

Re: [MBZ] OT; ubuntu - was Office software

2012-02-05 Thread E M
, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: I just had a look at the ubuntu site, along with some of the demo pics of their OS. It seems from the demo pics, that the LibreOffice icons are displayed. Not sure if that means ubuntu is bundled with LO ? Linux as OS includes absolutely nothing bundled

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Re: M103 Lifter tick

2012-02-04 Thread E M
I've had good luck with that too. Can't even remember my reasons for switching to it, but I seem to recall it was due to diesel having, or keeping, the higher zinc content. Ed 300E On 4 February 2012 09:54, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Weel, you can use M1,

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes content

2012-02-04 Thread E M
You read those British online rags too, eh?. ;-) Ed 300E On 4 February 2012 10:51, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.netwrote: I prefer the young lady but I'm sure most of you will ignore her and drool over the car. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/**tvshowbiz/article-2096164/**

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes content

2012-02-04 Thread E M
Hard to argue with. ;-) Ed 300E On 4 February 2012 11:23, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.netwrote: Yes they have lots of good car content. --R On 2/4/12 11:17 AM, E M wrote: You read those British online rags too, eh?. ;-) Ed 300E On 4 February 2012 10:51, Rich Thomas

Re: [MBZ] Licenseing - was: OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-02-01 Thread E M
Jobs himself once said in an interview, that Apple was primarily a software company, that package their products in nice looking machines, or works to that effect. Ed 300E On 1 February 2012 23:04, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: clay monroe wrote: At least with apple, you have an install

[MBZ] OT; ubuntu - was Office software

2012-02-01 Thread E M
I just had a look at the ubuntu site, along with some of the demo pics of their OS. It seems from the demo pics, that the LibreOffice icons are displayed. Not sure if that means ubuntu is bundled with LO ? I really like the idea of a free open source OS, along with software that works on the

Re: [MBZ] Apple$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$'s

2012-01-31 Thread E M
I believe that is/was part of it. With all the recent problems with HD suppliers (mostly being in one place), I think many manufactures are questioning the wisdom of having most suppliers so close together, in the event of some natural disaster. With HD shortages, and the consequent price

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
I like the MacAir, but probably wouldn't consider it until their new HD prices come down a bit, or more importantly, they give you a bit more storage for the money. For my personal use, the iMac concept really speaks to me. All in one machine, with no or very few wires. As large as the screen

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
Think I have a couple of those too, along with pile of other decommissioned old Macs. :-) Ed 300E On 31 January 2012 14:33, Fred Moir fred.s...@verizon.net wrote: Does a MacII in the basement covered in dust count? Fred Moir Lynn MA Diesel preferred On 1/31/2012 2:05 PM, Rick Knoble

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
Prices were crazy. My first SE sold here for $5500. $7500 if you sprung for the SE30! Still have it, and it works as well as day one. All my old Macs work fine, they just became outdated. Bought a wide carriage coloured ribbon printer, 3 months old at the time, for $1000. Got a real deal on

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
There are probably more 512s and Se with fish living in them, than HDs today! Ed 300E On 31 January 2012 15:35, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: I don't own one, I do have a Mac 512K that I gutted to turn into an aquarium but never got around to... I work with them a lot and having

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
I look at computers, much the way I look at sports cars. When you outgrown them, move up, don't both trying to make them something the factory didn't intend them to be. In 25+ years of using Apples, had the spring behind a power supply button go once. Never a single problem with HDs, ram,

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
I walked into a store, many years ago, and said to the saleswoman, I think I need a computer. She said, do you want an Apple, or a PC? I said, what's the difference. The Apple has little pictures you click on with this mouse thingy, to make it do what you want, the PC requires you to type in

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer many years ago

2012-01-31 Thread E M
and it's been good for a couple of years now. Hendrik who has lots of computers E M wrote: I walked into a store, many years ago, and said to the saleswoman, I think I need a computer. She said, do you want an Apple, or a PC? I said, what's the difference. The Apple has little pictures

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor

2012-01-31 Thread E M
An 27 iMac would be pretty tight living, even for a fish, unless he had no intentions of ever turning around in his living room. ;-) Ed 300E On 31 January 2012 16:37, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: And iMacs! Dan Sent from my iPhone On Jan 31, 2012, at 3:43 PM, E M pokieba

Re: [MBZ] APPLE$$$

2012-01-31 Thread E M
Maybe Steve's Mom told him to always keep a little cash in the bank, for rainy days. :-) Ed 300E They should not get too comfortable. Remember what happened to Nortel and then RIM? Randy __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to

Re: [MBZ] OT: Bought a new computer monitor made in the third world

2012-01-31 Thread E M
If you keep buying 915 transmissions for $100, I think you're well on your way to making a fortune Larry!! ;-) hee hee Ed 300E On 31 January 2012 22:00, Larry T l02tur...@comcast.net wrote: I disagree completely w/Mountain Man/mao - I think it is entirely different here. I can make a

Re: [MBZ] WAS 110 Heresey Was: R107 heresey now Heresy

2012-01-29 Thread E M
LOL, I'll have to remember that one! ;-) Ed 300E On 29 January 2012 08:28, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: Kind of like what we called Kentucky chrome as a kid Dan former Rust Belt inhabitant Sent from my iPhone On Jan 29, 2012, at 1:04 AM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: We

Re: [MBZ] Look at these

2012-01-29 Thread E M
...@nc.rr.com wrote: I can't understand the need to cut a hole in a perfectly good steel top to install a movable, potentially leaky and expensive panel, oftentimes of some other material. Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Look at these

2012-01-29 Thread E M
I remember there was a thread awhile back about a California coupe, but I can't remember just what it was? Refresh my memory please ? Ed 300E On 29 January 2012 13:15, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: What's the point [of a California coupe]? If it's built without the soft top

Re: [MBZ] Look at these

2012-01-29 Thread E M
it. Ed 300E On 29 January 2012 12:17, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: Both of mine have'em, of course, but I rather they didn't; I've never opened either one of 'em. Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent

Re: [MBZ] Look at these

2012-01-29 Thread E M
signed and numbered copy of John Olson's the SL experience, and found only a passing reference to the Californian, with no data on number produced. Dan On Jan 29, 2012, at 3:10 PM, E M wrote: I remember there was a thread awhile back about a California coupe, but I can't remember just what

Re: [MBZ] BMW Diesels

2012-01-29 Thread E M
They sell a lot of BMW diesels in Europe now. As you say, The problem diesels are now decades behind them. If there were such problems, I'm sure it would be well reported. Hard to keep such problems quiet with things like YouTube and the internet now. If the car isn't took old, I think BMW

Re: [MBZ] BMW Diesels

2012-01-29 Thread E M
diesel passenger car, ahead of Daimler Benz. On Sun, Jan 29, 2012 at 3:13 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: They sell a lot of BMW diesels in Europe now. As you say, The problem diesels are now decades behind them. If there were such problems, I'm sure it would be well reported. Hard

Re: [MBZ] BMW Diesels

2012-01-29 Thread E M
are the mechanics And the Swiss make everything run on time Hell is Where: The British are the chefs The Swiss are the lovers The French are the mechanics The Italians make everything run on time And the Germans are the police E M pokieba...@gmail.com writes: The 504s were

Re: [MBZ] BMW Diesels

2012-01-29 Thread E M
on time And the Germans are the police E M pokieba...@gmail.com writes: The 504s were the boxy type cars, weren't they? I was always fond of the styling, but then again, I've liked a number of French cars over the years. Peugeots were sold here in Canada in the 70s I believe

Re: [MBZ] 07 R320CDI with 320259000meters

2012-01-28 Thread E M
There's an elderly lady around here with an old SDL. Not sure of the mileage, but the body is really rough (the cars, not the lady's). As they say, if the tin worms ever decided to let go of each others hands, the whole thing would surely fall to pieces! Cool to see that it keeps chugging along

Re: [MBZ] Serpentine belt

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Nice weekend project Wilton. :-) Think I'm going to go out to the garage later this evening and treat the leather on your winter car. ;-) Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 15:36, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: 'Just replaced serp belt on the '87 300D (125 kmi); working space on the 300D a little

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
The interior on my 300E is quite light, so it shows dirt and marks easily. The car was always well kept, but when I first got it, I gave it a good going over all the same. It was a non smoker car, so nothing too bad to deal with. I'm sure it was the type of car that was through the car wash once

Re: [MBZ] flight simulators

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Thanks. Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 16:20, relng...@aol.com wrote: ...Any thoughts on what flight simulators offer the best Concorde, and 747 ? I've watched numerous videos of the flight deck of Concorde, on YouTube. It would be fun to play around with a flight simulator on the PC

Re: [MBZ] Look at these

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Gullwing prices are going through the roof it seems. Even a standard one in decent shape is going to set you back $6-700,000 these days. Still, I think they were undervalued for many years, and not given the proper respect they deserve in automotive history. A fellow I knew in the club years

Re: [MBZ] R107 heresey

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Go back to the tread on Larry's starter. If you find any engine is too big to shoehorn in, you just need a bigger, or larger selection of hammers to work with. ;-) Nobody needs that much legroom anyway, firewalls can be moved. hee hee Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 16:55, clay monroe

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
On 28 January 2012 16:59, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I use a soft toothbrush for getting the bits of dust out of the switches and other things, along with the vacuum. I'll be sure to keep an eye open for 303 products. Ed 300E I also keep a 2 natural hair paint brush in my glovebox for

Re: [MBZ] OT. My BMW project- Metalwork

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Nice car. Friend had one years ago, and still misses it. Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 17:07, Dimitri Seretakis dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: I'm replacing the smashed nose on my 73 BMW 2002. For all you 02 fans, check out this thread on the BMW2002FAQ forum:

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
your typical basting brush resold as a detailing tool. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 28, 2012, at 5:13 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: On 28 January 2012 16:59, Dan Penoff lwb...@yahoo.com wrote: I use a soft toothbrush for getting the bits of dust out of the switches and other things

Re: [MBZ] OT. My BMW project- Metalwork

2012-01-28 Thread E M
. I hear they are a blast to drive. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 28, 2012, at 5:14 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Nice car. Friend had one years ago, and still misses it. Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 17:07, Dimitri Seretakis dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: I'm replacing the smashed nose

Re: [MBZ] OT. My BMW project- Metalwork

2012-01-28 Thread E M
on three cylinders from the PO's place to my place. On of the plug wires was disconnected but it was dark, late and rainy that night so I didn't bother to investigate till I got home. I hear they are a blast to drive. Sent from my iPhone On Jan 28, 2012, at 5:14 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote

Re: [MBZ] R107 heresey

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Go for the most power, and use whatever size hammer is necessary to make it fit! ;-) Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 17:52, Dieselhead 126die...@gmail.com wrote: Whoa! I am positive a OM603 is no longer than the twin cam 280 gasser. There were links posted about installing a 60x and how to get

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
wrote: Shammy - also known as chamois? ;))) Either way, I used to have coupla large ones that worked nicely for wiping the car down after washing to prevent water spotting. Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
. On Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 6:39 PM, Craig diese...@pisquared.net wrote: On Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:22:11 -0500 E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: I then treated the dash and other similar parts with plain old Armorall. DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT USE ARMORALL ON DARK BLUE W123 DASHBOARDS

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
16:22:11 -0500 E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: I then treated the dash and other similar parts with plain old Armorall. DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT USE ARMORALL ON DARK BLUE W123 DASHBOARDS! It will leach the plasticizers out of them and cause them to chalk and crack severly. I do not know

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
You're always nice Wilton, a proper Southern Gent! :-) Even when pointing out, I can't spell. ;-) hee hee Ed 300E On 28 January 2012 19:44, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: I was trying to be nice. ;))) Wilton - Original Message - From: E M pokieba...@gmail.com To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] R107 heresey

2012-01-28 Thread E M
://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/2822899982.html I probably have no interest... yet. Then again, it would be nice to have another old diesel in the stable clay On Jan 28, 2012, at 2:01 PM, E M wrote: Go back to the tread on Larry's starter. If you find any engine is too big

Re: [MBZ] Look at these

2012-01-28 Thread E M
to begin with. Still had the s/r switch in the dash. Now that's heresy... On Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 4:57 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Gullwing prices are going through the roof it seems. Even a standard one in decent shape is going to set you back $6-700,000 these days. Still, I think

Re: [MBZ] OT. My BMW project- Metalwork

2012-01-28 Thread E M
thoughts as to reliability, etc.? On Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 6:15 PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: The tin worm was quite fond of the taste of 2002 panels, but as far as I know, many (most) of the parts are still available. Thinking back, it really was a car that started that whole segment

Re: [MBZ] WAS 110 Heresey Was: R107 heresey now Heresy

2012-01-28 Thread E M
We refer to that shade of metallic bronze, as rust, up here in Canada. ;-) hee hee Ed 300E On 29 January 2012 00:39, andrew strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: On Sat, Jan 28, 2012 at 11:31 PM, Hendrik Fay heni...@ozemail.com.au wrote: Yeah, that looks like some sort of metallic

Re: [MBZ] Detailing interior

2012-01-28 Thread E M
I think there are several places that offer such repairs, that will come right to your house. I've seen the trucks around...they offer leather, vinyl, dash, repairs. They would probably be your best bet for getting the colour, and texture right. As with the guys who replace windshields at your

Re: [MBZ] How to restore a cracked blue W123 dash

2012-01-28 Thread E M
Again, no personal experience, but I think touching up, and matching new to old is often tricky, especially with a surface like a dash, that's exposed to sun. A friend bought a one year old Audi A4. The PO stuck some kind of air freshener thing on the dash, and it left a mark. He's in the same

Re: [MBZ] seatbelts

2012-01-27 Thread E M
Hmm, don't know. I know there's a date stamp inside the door saying when the airbag should be serviced. Maybe they check and replace the belt tensioners if required at the same time? Ed 300E On 27 January 2012 13:07, Alex Chamberlain apchamberl...@gmail.com wrote: On Jan 27, 2012 7:55 AM,

Re: [MBZ] B-52 was: 07 R320CDI with 320259000meters

2012-01-27 Thread E M
Try dumping some of that cargo in the bays, see if it doesn't help performance somewhat. ;-) Just don't do it over my backyard please. Hee hee I used to help out at a local aviation museum here. We were restoring an old Lanc. I remember reading the performance figures at the time back then,

Re: [MBZ] B-52 was: 07 R320CDI with 320259000meters

2012-01-27 Thread E M
in the plane. --R On 1/27/12 1:44 PM, E M wrote: Try dumping some of that cargo in the bays, see if it doesn't help performance somewhat. ;-) Just don't do it over my backyard please. Hee hee I used to help out at a local aviation museum here. We were restoring an old Lanc. I remember reading

Re: [MBZ] seatbelts

2012-01-27 Thread E M
I'll have to double check, I haven't looked at the date stamp in some time now. I seem to recall that the date was over written with a later date on mine, so not sure if that meant the airbag was serviced, and then a new recheck date was issued. It was always dealer serviced before I got it. Ed

Re: [MBZ] B-52 was: 07 R320CDI with 320259000meters

2012-01-27 Thread E M
Any thoughts on what flight simulators offer the best Concorde, and 747 ? I've watched numerous videos of the flight deck of Concorde, on YouTube. It would be fun to play around with a flight simulator on the PC. :-) Captain Ed. 300E On 27 January 2012 15:23, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] seatbelts

2012-01-27 Thread E M
Are there any extra precautions that need to be taken when doing such things, or are they pretty safe to work around, providing you don't drive into anything while you're working on them? I'm always a bit nervous working around things that can go bang in my face. :-) Ed 300E On 27 January 2012

Re: [MBZ] B-52 was: 07 R320CDI with 320259000meters

2012-01-27 Thread E M
Thanks for the link, I'll be sure to check it out! Ed 300E On 27 January 2012 21:45, Fmiser fmi...@gmail.com wrote: Captain Ed wrote: Any thoughts on what flight simulators offer the best Concorde, and 747 ? I've watched numerous videos of the flight deck of Concorde, on YouTube. It

Re: [MBZ] 07 R320CDI

2012-01-26 Thread E M
199 km, did he buy a Canadian spec R ? Ed 300E On 26 January 2012 16:50, WILTON wilt...@nc.rr.com wrote: #2 son here few minutes ago; 'said his '07 R320CDI (199 kmi) torque converter has RSN (rumble strip noise) syndrome during acceleration; 'also said Sprinter vans have it, too. Wilton

Re: [MBZ] 07 R320CDI with yottamiles

2012-01-26 Thread E M
Guess I'm just past broken in now at 340,xxx km. ;-) Mind you, it now needs a valve job, so is that where the term, broken in first came from ??? hmm Ed 300E On 26 January 2012 21:31, Curt Raymond curtlud...@yahoo.com wrote: I regularly chuckle at some of our northern members when they post

Re: [MBZ] 07 R320CDI with 199kmi

2012-01-26 Thread E M
Both, probably. ;-) ml ?? Are we talking liquids now?? hee hee. ;-) We must be really starved for conversation tonight. I think threads on how to pull and rebuild an engine have been shorter than this one. Quick, somebody go out and mess something up on there carthen come back and we'll

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: 07 R320CDI with yottamiles

2012-01-26 Thread E M
I'll take half a kilocents worth of that sliced Swiss cheese, when you get a moment. ;-) hee hee. Say that the next time you're at the deli, and really mess with their heads! ;-) Ed 300D On 26 January 2012 21:43, Jim Cathey j...@windwireless.net wrote: You can use k to abbreviate kilo,

Re: [MBZ] Was blurry eyed Ed, now Hirschy aerials

2012-01-26 Thread E M
and a dremel tool. So far so good. Hendrik who always grabs old Hirschy bits and pieces out of wrecks E M wrote: I think threads on how to pull and rebuild an engine have been shorter than this one. Quick, somebody go out and mess something up on there carthen come back and we'll talk about

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: 07 R320CDI with 320259000meters

2012-01-26 Thread E M
If it was a description of a car in Craig's List, it's probably one you would want to pass on. ;-) Ed 300E The correct way would be to use M rather than k km. Though I'm pretty sure not even I would correctly interpret 395 Mm. -- Philip ___

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: 07 R320CDI with a messed up Ed

2012-01-26 Thread E M
the Yanks been butchering again? Hendrik who is delicatmessing around E M wrote: I'll take half a kilocents worth of that sliced Swiss cheese, when you get a moment. ;-) hee hee. Say that the next time you're at the deli, and really mess with their heads! ;-) Ed 300D

Re: [MBZ] was 07 R320CDI with 199kmi now 123 person belts

2012-01-26 Thread E M
PM, E M pokieba...@gmail.com wrote: Quick, somebody go out and mess something up on there carthen come back and we'll talk about it. Alrighty then. The seat belt on the passenger side of my w123 sedan will neither extend nor retract. Where is the tensioner and how do I fix it? Rick

Re: [MBZ] Was blurry eyed Ed, now Hirschy aerials

2012-01-26 Thread E M
of black moly grease, what's wrong with that stuff? Hendrik who thinks that towelettes are not as manly as good old black grease E M wrote: Full points, you worked both metric and old money very nicely into that post! ;-) Did you know Mercedes make little towelettes for cleaning and lubing

Re: [MBZ] (SPAM?) Re: 07 R320CDI with a messed up Ed

2012-01-26 Thread E M
and cursed the US dictatorship. Why? What did you do? Hendrik who is probably on the secrecy CIA database E M wrote: What did you do earlier in the week, when wikipedia was down for a day? ;-) hee hee Ed 300E __**_ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

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