Re: [MBZ] 1987 Bentley for $6300

2024-07-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I SWAG [scientific wild ass guess] that Bently parts cost is equal to Benz parts times six, plus delivery time lapse of times 7. Bently / Rolls are not production line cars but built one at a time [in principle] so the supply chain for replacement spares is anemic when compared to high volume produ

Re: [MBZ] SBCs

2024-07-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Ohh Yee who are not faint of wallet, gaze herein for a crate chevy engine. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=crate+engines&adgrpid=1345802796424606&hvadid=84112913867128&hvbmt=bp&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=78237&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=p&hvtargid=kwd-84113019181258%3Aloc-190&hydadcr=5706_13190836&msclkid=3788369bf2371ca1b80

Re: [MBZ] 617 oil pan gasket

2024-07-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
On the MB oil pan in question, If you have a carpenter's level [metal on would be best] lay it along the bolt line on each side and sight along the contact line between the pan and the level.. The level will be machined to within a couple thousands of flat and if the pan is warped, you will see a g

Re: [MBZ] OT sitting for about 35 years found hidden in a garage 1959 Jaguar mark 9, $4, 500

2024-07-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Lucas "The Prince of Darkness" electrical system... The engines are stout.. the electrical systems will drive you to suicidal insanity.. in that era, the wire harnass is almost all braided cotton wrapped wires with connectors that don't connect, but corrode. At this point, replacement parts are dec

Re: [MBZ] Project car or crusher snack?

2024-07-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Someone, somewhere, has a dream to own and drive this vehicle, just as soon as their inheritance comes, along with the winning lottery ticket, and the divorce is final. Until then, "get off my lawn".. It is not on my personal "dream car list".. On Sun, Jul 21, 2024 at 10:07 AM Andrew Strasfogel vi

Re: [MBZ] E350, arab name, ad in espanol -- 2003 Mercedes-Benz cl-class CL 55 AMG Coupe 2D, $3, 200

2024-07-09 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Super Rare, 4 door coupe Virus-free.www.avg.com <#DAB4FAD8-2DD7-40BB-A1B

Re: [MBZ] A bargain at any price -- 2022 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG EQS - Available! - $91799.00

2024-07-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
ne digit to remove from the > price and I might consider it just for grins for awhile. > > > > --FT > > > > On 7/7/24 2:32 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > >> Two year old, very expensive, all electric Mercedes. > >> 5,000 miles driven in 2 years. > &

Re: [MBZ] To access the advertised pricing... 2016 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT, 33, 828 mi., , $68, 995

2024-07-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
"Buy Here, Pay Here" [used to be known in the trade as "Slud Lots" have a long history of being money laundry machines that wash money for drug cartels and criminal enterprises [hookers, child porn, etc etc] Their client list is the Repo-Man's bread and butter.. On Sun, Jul 7, 2024 at 11:42 AM Fl

Re: [MBZ] A bargain at any price -- 2022 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-AMG EQS - Available! - $91799.00

2024-07-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Two year old, very expensive, all electric Mercedes. 5,000 miles driven in 2 years. That speaks volumes to me about just how satisfying it was to not own this car. Is this one of the models that Mercedes decided they were not going to make or support, due to low public interest and sales? [it is no

Re: [MBZ] It's a Torbo

2024-07-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Worthy of notice: As an Arizona car, no rust. Of particular notice, I see NO cracks in the dash, and upholstery is in amazing condition, and also shows no sun damage.. which in Arizona means the car lived in a garage, out of the sun.. It is a very nice example of a "survivor car" that shows it has

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Non MB Related Crack Fueled Hallucinations

2024-07-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Rolled at least once,, "It will buff right out"... "Vision"..=.. Peyote induced hallucinations At the asking price... Major aircraft type aluminum sheet metal repairs required,,, AND... Airstream parts cost big bucks... so, parts + Labor + time + a fully equipped work space... = Scrap... On Fri, J

Re: [MBZ] Not sure what this is but interesting grapics

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
For the asking price, I would hope that horrible paint job is a wrap graphic that can be removed, rather than the cost of a complete respray paint job, which on that size vehicle could run north of 10K easily, in today's market. IMHO, the paint detracts from value, enough to walk away, regardless o

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
t there are still a bunch in South and Central America? That seems > to be where all of the spent airframes go when they’re taken out of > commercial service. I can recall seeing DC-3s when I worked in that part of > the world, but i never got to fly on one, darn it! > > -D >

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
t; Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jul 4, 2024, at 12:25 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > At last international count there are zero 727's in fleet service > hauling > > passengers. The remaining few in use are shown as cargo, or "special use" &

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
At last international count there are zero 727's in fleet service hauling passengers. The remaining few in use are shown as cargo, or "special use" [whatever that may be]. So, the market for 727 qualified maintenance techs is pretty dry. I have an aviation friend that built a large new hanger-domin

Re: [MBZ] Geez

2024-07-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
[while] ... White... autocorrect wins again.. my bad.. On Wed, Jul 3, 2024 at 8:37 PM G Mann wrote: > Has anyone , over the years, ever made a set of master molds and made > replacements that are recast on the original steel frame bits that make the > original wheel? > It seem

Re: [MBZ] Geez

2024-07-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Has anyone , over the years, ever made a set of master molds and made replacements that are recast on the original steel frame bits that make the original wheel? It seems that there would be a solid market, since the cracked and often nearly destroyed while wheels are one item that can't be obtaine

Re: [MBZ] OT 1/2 scale f4u corsair Orderment

2024-07-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
My first thought is to buy it and mount it on a stand [enclose the engine bay and make a canopy for it]... then use it as a wind sock on a private airport. The canopy could be aluminium, just paint it white. Hang a prop in the nose hooked to a wind generator and a battery bank to run runway lights

Re: [MBZ] Diesel Cadillacs

2024-06-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
General Motors diesel cars ruined the diesel car market in America for a very long time. They did not "get it right" and then did not support what they built and sold. On Thu, Jun 27, 2024 at 5:20 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > My dad almost bought a ‘79 Eldorado Ba

Re: [MBZ] Now Wait a Minute

2024-06-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Add to the list: Air blows cold: Ran when parked: New factory warranty on a 14 yr old car: [free sarcasm, no charge] On Sun, Jun 23, 2024 at 8:49 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Because they copied the marketing spiel for a new car off the MBUSA > website or somep

Re: [MBZ] OT - Media For Vibratory Tumbler

2024-06-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Since you are polishing something that is chrome plated, walnut shell is too soft to do much. Suggest you use the small triangle abrasives instead. Since you want to polish the parts, not strip them, suggest that you approach the task in 15 minute sets.. ie run them with the abrasive triangles for

Re: [MBZ] OT: Daughter used it to go to college

2024-06-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Notice it has rock lights, because rock climbing isn't exciting enough in good daylight... JEEP "Just Everyone Else's Parts" [I'm sure it was only driven to Sunday School and Wednesday night prayer meetings.. Odometer racked up a bunch of miles, it seems, 230K miles, so it's been used. On Sun, Ju

Re: [MBZ] Electric egg 46% discount in 2 yr! Mercedes-Benz Sedan EQS 580 4MATIC-2022-LIKE NEW - $65, 000 (NORTH NAPLES)

2024-06-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Someone who is a "high math genius" please calculate the true dollar cost per driven mile for this EV wonder car.. factoring in financing interest costs, insurance costs, depreciation factors, etc. My gut feel is that this vehicle represents one of the most expensive in history to own and support v

Re: [MBZ] I don't dislike this -- 2007 Mercedes-Benz clk 550 dtm clone track car, $29, 800

2024-06-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
$900 car, with $25,000 worth of stickers. The only thing missing is the flashing neon light in the rear window that says "I'm guilty, arrest me now". [Sarcasm, no charge] On Thu, Jun 13, 2024 at 6:46 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Looks like a quality build. It c

Re: [MBZ] What you see is what you get, 2007 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 550 Coupe 2D, $1, 000

2024-06-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It has that special "rode hard and put away sweaty and wet patina" [extra charge for that] If you can get the windows down the air will blow cold when you tow it away on the rollback truck.. On Thu, Jun 13, 2024 at 6:55 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Looks rough >

Re: [MBZ] Stuck garbage disposal

2024-06-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Grind some ice cubes, They will help move whatever might still be in the grinder, and have enough water to sort of "lube the move" as they are being ground up. Unless the Mrs. sent a stainless steel spoon into the grinder... then it's time for a new one anyway.. [No, she will not confess .. don't a

Re: [MBZ] OT: Humongous solar plant goes online in China

2024-06-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Imagine the damage a solar flare or an EMP strike would do to that. I wonder if there are any such protections built in the design. Desert wind storms in that area? Hail? Huge investment, could be a huge loss quickly. On Thu, Jun 6, 2024 at 4:54 PM mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > On 2024-06-06 15

Re: [MBZ] clean title in hand absolutely probably - 1985 300D - $13, 700

2024-06-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Special and very rare phantom 6th cylinder... "invisible power".. "I don't know what I've got" on steroids... Harmph... !! On Mon, Jun 3, 2024 at 8:05 AM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What's the point of red pinstriping? Car is gray and black. > > On Mon, J

Re: [MBZ] IM SURE SOMEONE HAS THE TIME AND PATIENCE TOO BRING THIS BABY BACK TO LIFE

2024-05-27 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Totaled, The ask is far too high. Without doubt, there is frame damage that must be repaired, then I conservatively estimate replacement cost for all the deployed air bags would run in excess of $12,000.00. Call a Pic and Pull yard, sell it for what they will give you and be done with it.. "It's de

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Someone Has All the Jokes

2024-05-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
That will buff right out. Air blows cold and it ran when parked. Hahahahah It is fake book market place... every time I go there I have to donate a bucket of brain cells.. Virus-fre

Re: [MBZ] Even on Cloudy Days This Has Somehow Been in the Sun

2024-05-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Arizona "No Rust" so the body is worth a nice repaint. Jump on it like a hobo on a hot dog.. 😁😁 On Thu, May 23, 2024 at 9:05 AM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Patina on steroids. > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/770157618433040/ > > AZBob > > _

Re: [MBZ] Kinda OT...What's Up With the Pics?

2024-05-20 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Looking at the small section of the background above the wall behind the car, it looks like pretty strong cloud cover, which reduces available ambient lighting, thus, more than fancy azz iphone 14 can filter and adjust for to give sharp focus.. [owns a fancy azz iphone 14 pro max and have taken som

Re: [MBZ] Who did Ricky p!$$ off? 2007 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 550 Sedan 4D, $2, 200

2024-05-20 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Girlfriend or spouse with baseball bat all glass hits, no body hits.. so, $5,000 in glass damage replacement, [easily]. I call it as female retribution for some kind of relationship insult.. Your personal mileage may vary.. just my assessment. On Mon, May 20, 2024 at 7:07 AM Floyd Thursby via

Re: [MBZ] This is how you market a car

2024-05-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
$2,000 for the car... $17,000.00 for the photographer's fees. Yeah... seems fair.. pass the crack pipe.. On Thu, May 16, 2024 at 3:18 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > SALEING FOR $19,000 > > --FT > > > On 5/16/24 6:07 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > > https

Re: [MBZ] If You Have a Spare Transmission...

2024-05-14 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Just so happens, I have 3 spare transmissions.. Does anybody want one? Just had a better look.. make that 4 spare transmissions. On Tue, May 14, 2024 at 7:12 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Could be a fun rebuild project > > --FT > > On 5/14/24 9:53 AM, Bob Rentfr

Re: [MBZ] Anyone want a 600 Project?

2024-05-13 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
B.O.A.T. Bring Out Another Thousand ... That is a car that you have to "Want to Own" to buy and keep.. I have moved the same car 3 times here on my car haul trailer over the past 12 years as it has been bought, stored, resold, and repeated each time.. Since the air suspension has never been rebuil

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-08 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It seems to me, the script here , as so far written, should be sent to Babylon Bee, with a release for them to do with it as they wish.. Since their stock and trade is satirical and sarcastic humor, their well established public vehicle of delivery seems perhaps ready made for a series of "public s

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
rm an internet group of skilled people who can do it, and with a "go fund me" to pay for it while "Saving the world".. G. Mann... On Tue, May 7, 2024 at 11:30 AM Jim Cathey via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I would like to see a PSA where the systemic efficie

Re: [MBZ] Electric Vehicles

2024-05-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Save the environment" and that is brand new, never driven, even. Bottom line, EV's are a man made environmental disaster produced under the governmental guise of "saving the world".. { Short rant complete, note the Mercedes has structurally withdrawn from the EV marketplace.. } G

Re: [MBZ] OT - Looking for a Chainsaw?

2024-05-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
For trimming limbs, from a downed tree, I find a sharp axe is much easier to deal with than batteries or cords, or gas chainsaw. It always starts, no gas to mix, and never needs carb cleaned, and, it's easier to carry. On Mon, May 6, 2024 at 8:13 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.

Re: [MBZ] This looks incredibly weird -- 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SL - $22, 500 (Palm Coast)

2024-05-01 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
for a ride... [even with the ugly bumpers, haha] On Tue, Apr 30, 2024 at 8:27 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I suppose those can still be found? > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > > > On Apr 30, 2024, at 7:13 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > w

Re: [MBZ] This looks incredibly weird -- 1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SL - $22, 500 (Palm Coast)

2024-04-30 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Throw a set of Euro style bumpers on it and I could love it for life. It presents well in the Pics [except for those bone ugly bumpers]. On Tue, Apr 30, 2024 at 12:10 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Those park benches really do it no good aesthetically > > > https

Re: [MBZ] OT 2005 parting aut colorado 4 cilinder,$100

2024-04-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
"Ran when parked" On Fri, Apr 26, 2024 at 7:37 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > oopsies > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/840874928147276 > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http:

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday, Kleb!

2024-04-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
We would, but nobody wants to pay the tow bill or buy a chainsaw to cut the tree that has grown through where the floorboards used to be. Happy Birthday anyway.. Getting older now... does it hurt yet? On Wed, Apr 24, 2024 at 1:13 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Y’

Re: [MBZ] Scam? -- 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL - $29,000

2024-04-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I may have the winning lottery ticket. If I do, I would be all over that car like a hobo on a hotdog. I love it. With the hard top even. G. Mann ~~~ On Mon, Apr 22, 2024 at 11:10 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Price seems very low &g

Re: [MBZ] The HF fancy oil extractor

2024-04-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Congratulations !! Good catch I think. On Fri, Apr 19, 2024 at 1:19 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I already have one. Just picked up another one that was posted on > Fakebook, brand new in the box never even opened for $100 > > Sent from my iPhone > > __

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Cleaning a Recliner

2024-04-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
This has worked for me, in Arizona also, so it may work for you. Remove chair to the patio or driveway. Elevate the chair on blocks or bricks to make it a comfortable working height. Recline it so the various areas are all spread out and then: Wet it with a garden hose on "spray" ... Spray the fab

Re: [MBZ] FBMP A Rant

2024-04-18 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
money. "The closer I get to humanity the further I want to be away from it" G. Mann .. circa current era .. On Thu, Apr 18, 2024 at 6:55 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This is the hole that FBMP is, sadly. Despite the abuse, I continue to >

Re: [MBZ] Someone needs these Rims,$500

2024-04-11 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Note to self: Buy more anti-nausea medication .. Large size.. On Thu, Apr 11, 2024 at 3:23 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/744429191179950 > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] '79 Chrysler Newport with a garish red interior

2024-04-10 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
<<< Listening to disco played on an 8 track" There, I fixed it for you... On Wed, Apr 10, 2024 at 12:43 PM Robert Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I want to drive that car while smoking menthol cigarettes and listening to > disco. > > > > AZBob > > > > Sent from Mail <

Re: [MBZ] Who wants to get strapped and go with me to get this

2024-04-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Take the VIN number and pictures of the car, If it has a license plate still attached, picture of that, to your local Department of Vehicles License office, tell them the story and ask them to do a title search on it and a lien search. Talk nice to them.. you might have to bump it up to a superviso

Re: [MBZ] has the diesel engine located in Perry GA at the moment 1992 Mercedes Benz, $2, 000

2024-03-31 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
This is a new standard for "Needs some minor work" .. Since the engine is in another city. Special... really special... cognitive resonance scale required. On Sun, Mar 31, 2024 at 9:08 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > car needs sone minor mechanic work > > https://w

Re: [MBZ] OT y’all seeing this bridge collapse?

2024-03-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Lloyds of London insurance company stock just took a giant hit, I wager [assuming they are the ins carrier for the shipping company..] Since there were cars on the bridge, any count on how many folks died in this disaster? On Tue, Mar 26, 2024 at 10:52 AM M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes < mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT How stupid am i? Hot Tub,$300$400

2024-03-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
If you want a cold "hot tub" wire it all 110V ... If you want a "Hot Tub".. you will want it wired into 220V with a stand alone dedicated circuit breaker for the tub.. Plus.. you will absolutely want to wire in a circuit disconnect "near the tub".. by code, you can't reach anything electrical while

Re: [MBZ] Dorman v OEM

2024-03-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Overall, I have had good service with Dorman products. In the daisy chain of chineseium, Dorman has been generally at a higher quality standard. Pick one up at the seller's, inspect it, walk it out to the car and do a point by point comparison as to fitment.. Then decide. Having it in your hand bef

Re: [MBZ] Get the Eye Bleach....

2024-03-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I'm sorry there is only one for sale, at only $198,000.00 it is such a bargain you should have a matched pair [to impress the neighbors, you know]. [Sorry sports fans, I find the color "gag me ugly"] On Tue, Mar 5, 2024 at 2:45 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] 1984 Mercedes Benz 300D

2024-03-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Bisbee, Arizona... If you have ever been there, you will find that it does not have a MENSA chapter... [if you can even find the city, don't blink, or you will miss it entirely] I own a 1982, same model, with "only" 102,000 one owner miles, that I would be very happy to sell for 1/2 of what this fe

Re: [MBZ] Sidewall Musings

2024-03-02 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
sounds exactly like how this car/SUV handles. > It’s “twitchy”, especially at highway speeds, which is not fun. > > Guess I need to experiement with some different pressures. When you > reduced your pressures were you outside the range of the TPS system? > > -D > > > On Mar

Re: [MBZ] Sidewall Musings

2024-03-01 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Inflation pressure? Could it be that you are on the low end of inflation range instead of the high end? As an example, I have a 9,000 lb [empty weight] Ford dually king cab [4 doors] long bed diesel equipped with Michlens. Book says 70 PSI inflation... However, at 70 PSI the truck has handling issu

Re: [MBZ] Car is slammed, FB translate is a bit wonky -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 500 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $5, 500

2024-02-18 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
It is Facebook Marketplace, so the translation required is "Caveat Emptor" .. Or, one of my favorite movie lines "What we have here is a failure to communicate"... On Sun, Feb 18, 2024 at 9:19 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I can't quite make out what the list

Re: [MBZ] Mille Miglia in 1955

2024-02-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
< mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Totally agree with all of these. That said, the realist in me lusts for > that black coupe behind it. > > -D > > > On Feb 6, 2024, at 2:14 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Pure sex on wheels From a time when men coul

Re: [MBZ] Mille Miglia in 1955

2024-02-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Pure sex on wheels From a time when men could build cars that had a soul.. and could take yours if you failed to drive it very well. A... those were the days... On Tue, Feb 6, 2024 at 6:21 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Stirling Moss drove this car in

Re: [MBZ] OT: The stupidity of people never ceases to amaze....

2024-02-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Reporter asked Albert Einstein: "Dr Einstein, can you tell us the difference between genius and ignorance?" Einstein replied: "There is no shortage of ignorance." Eyp ! On Mon, Feb 5, 2024 at 11:35 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Of course Palo Alto California.

Re: [MBZ] TIG welding exhaust pieces.

2024-02-03 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
A good weld requires good [read that perfect] heat control at the weld puddle. Old Miller rigs only used solid copper windings in the transformers which resulted in good stable power supply at the weld point, whether it was stick weld or tig weld, or mig weld. New Miller welders no longer use the s

Re: [MBZ] Dreamer -- 2022 Mercedes-Benz g-class G 550 Sport Utility 4D, $125, 000

2024-01-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
That sets a new record for "Buy my wreck that I can't get fixed". [hidden frame damage anyone?] On Thu, Jan 25, 2024 at 11:23 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/3624326847819645 > > -- > --FT > ___

Re: [MBZ] While appreciate everyone’s opinions on how much I should sell my vehicle for, the Price is firm. Thanks.

2024-01-24 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
That's because you have a blown head gasket and your engine is cooked . Engine compression is blowing into the cooling system which blows coolant out. Classic symptoms of blown head gasket. I will give you one dollar for your scrap car, if you deliver it to me, no cost. Otherwise, good luck. On We

Re: [MBZ] I need to buy this snd buff it up

2024-01-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Harvest the tin worm population and put it up for sale on Facebook marketplace. You should make a mint.. [sarcasm intended] On Tue, Jan 23, 2024 at 12:09 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Then sell it for $90k > > https://www.facebook.com/share/7VjRjVtZF1bg33xj >

Re: [MBZ] Anyone Want a Challenge?

2024-01-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
A tow truck and a Platinum Card, to get it through a dealership that will fix it? On Mon, Jan 22, 2024 at 12:05 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What sort of tool is required to start the car? > > On Mon, Jan 22, 2024 at 12:13 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] Black, Sticky, Impervious Something Something

2024-01-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
r > the passenger seat. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Jan 21, 2024, at 8:56 AM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > Since the offending sticky material refuses to be removed, why not > simply > > use it to glue in place a layer of the

Re: [MBZ] Black, Sticky, Impervious Something Something

2024-01-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Since the offending sticky material refuses to be removed, why not simply use it to glue in place a layer of the fabric of your choice, cut neatly to fit each surface. Then, the box is lined with fabric of your choice and color, not sticky and unuseable? "Adapt and Overcome" the enemy. Just a thou

Re: [MBZ] Leather in the W163

2024-01-18 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I have been using Groit's Leather 3 in 1 product with some success. I have a Ford F350 with the King Ranch full leather interior, and with Arizona heat and sun, the leather takes a harsh beating, so it needs regular treatment. The Groit's product seems to work, but with Arizona sun, the leather get

Re: [MBZ] $99 for a Pagoda? Yes, Please.

2024-01-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The $99 price is simply a place holder price while the BAT bidding ramps up... $99 won't buy it... if it would, I would be on it like a hobo on a hotdog. Unfortunately, the facebook marketplace listing does not give a link to the BAT listing so we can track what it sells for or how long the bidding

Re: [MBZ] I lost the key on my motorcycle. That’s why it so cheap. 2006 Mercedes-Benz cls-class CLS 500 Coupe 4D,$1,500

2024-01-15 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
"I lost the key to my motorcycle on the way to my regional MENSA meeting." [There, I fixed it for him. Part of the Facebook Marketplace help services team.] No charge for the sarcasm.. On Mon, Jan 15, 2024 at 7:39 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That and being all

Re: [MBZ] Who doesn't like a good light show?

2024-01-14 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I submit. Nearly every state now has laws that make it a criminal act to talk on a cell phone while driving, because , in legal principle such acts cause "distracted driving" and thus place the highway public at grave risk of injury. Someone explain in simple terms how such EV displays, which take

Re: [MBZ] W163 Hood Adjustment

2024-01-14 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
First, spray all the hinge points with a good penetrating lube. Then exercise the hood up and down to work the penetrant into the hinge joints. I had the hood on one of my 82 300D's get wonky [after setting for months] and I opened the hood, then when I closed it, the hinge on one side didn't work

Re: [MBZ] W163 License Plate Fasteners FUBAR

2024-01-07 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Two viable options: Drill out the broken bolts, then increase the drill size [if you have a number drill set slip up on it one drill size at a time until the outer flange of the rivnut cuts off the internal compressed body, which should leave you with a clean hole in the sheet metal, minimal paint

Re: [MBZ] This was not used in a crime of any sort, it was being tested for gun shots 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 sel Sedan 4D, $3, 400

2024-01-06 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Buy it, leave it like it is,, only drive it to cars and coffee... wear a gansta~ suit... ... you'll be the only one with a car like it.. On Sat, Jan 6, 2024 at 10:38 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > BULLETPROOF WINDOWS!!! I guess for parts if you need a M120 (if it

Re: [MBZ] I'm liking this -- 1980 Mercedes-Benz truck,$3,500

2024-01-05 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
"Ran when parked" 35 years ago.. Excellent patina, it should "buff right out".. ;)) On Fri, Jan 5, 2024 at 9:01 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1279324369412237 > > -- > --FT > ___ > http

Re: [MBZ] Shady deal! -- the title has been lost reason i am selling low 2008 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 550 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $3, 800

2024-01-01 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
If there is a title loan held by payday loan type folks, that puts them in legal first position. If you pay his ask and take possession of the car, the title loan folks come to you to repossess it, and you have zero legal standing without their lien release of title.. If you try to process a bill o

Re: [MBZ] OT Whirlybird!!! -- 1962 Bell Helicopter 47-g3b1, $245, 000

2023-12-31 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I would like to go on record with the posit that there is no "fun way to kill yourself"... My fun bucket list only involves avoiding and surviving any and all near death experiences. On Sun, Dec 31, 2023 at 11:04 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I wouldn’t think so

Re: [MBZ] OT Another fine German product -- 1973 Volkswagen thing baja, $5, 500

2023-12-30 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Smart wife. It rides like a brick with spikes point up in the seats, it has no AC, it is so noisy you need grade 5 hearing protection, and when you take the ear muffs off, the sound of the tin worms chewing at the body overwhelms you.. But, what could possibly go wrong.. other than it has nearly ze

Re: [MBZ] OT (maybe) The future....

2023-12-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Your new car is now "Bricked" .. however, you still must make the $3,000 payment and keep the $2,000 per month insurance coverage. A. for the good old days when electrical nannies only lived at Lucas... On Mon, Dec 25, 2023 at 3:41 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] OT I dropped acid then ordered this -- 2020 Rolls-Royce cullinan, $259, 995

2023-12-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Before I bid on it, does the lifetime prescription for heavy anti-nausea medications that was part of Rolls Royce sale fulfillment contract carry forward as part of the factory lifetime warranty? On Fri, Dec 22, 2023 at 8:37 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I can't

Re: [MBZ] O.T. All Right....Who on FB is Going to Pony Up for This?

2023-12-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
:Pocket change.. if you run a drug cartel and have rooms full of $100 bills. On Thu, Dec 21, 2023 at 4:11 PM Robert Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2157110364626759/ > > > > This cracks me up. > > > > AZBob > > > > Sent from Mail <

Re: [MBZ] No one giving it any love -- GREAT RESTORATION CAR.. Barn find 1965 Mercedes 220S Sedan, $1, 750

2023-12-19 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Gastly ... $1,700 + shipping for a rolling [presumed rolling] stack of tinworm seed stock Pass... the sound you hear is of me running away... as fast as I can. [Taking bets you could push your finger through the floor pans.] On Tue, Dec 19, 2023 at 9:01 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes

Re: [MBZ] I think I might get these for Okie acres

2023-12-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I didn't realize you had your own oil well to feed one of those thirsty monsters, just to make coffee in the morning... 16V120 Detroit... 16 cylinder, V configuration, 120 cubic inch displacement per cylinder, I think.. 1920 cubic inch displacement total, by my guess on bore size. Hand cranking all

Re: [MBZ] OT would this be a good way to kill myself? Subaru Engine gyrocopter, $10, 000

2023-12-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
< mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > What, you mean he can’t autorotate when the engine fails? > > > > -D > > > On Dec 16, 2023, at 1:02 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > After more than 50 years of being a pilot there is no good way to kill > >

Re: [MBZ] OT would this be a good way to kill myself? Subaru Engine gyrocopter, $10, 000

2023-12-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
After more than 50 years of being a pilot there is no good way to kill yoursef.. however if flight history of gyrocopters is valid.. it is an effective way to do great harm to yourself, before you die of injuries. If you buy it, then fly it.. It's been nice knowing you. On Sat, Dec 16, 2023 at 8:2

Re: [MBZ] O.T. This Will Keep You Busy, Swen.

2023-11-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
ou have it. On Sun, Nov 26, 2023 at 10:59 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Tell me more about this turbo setup. My buddy Todd just bought some > sort of Volvo similar to that and is fixing it up > > --FT > > On 11/26/23 12:28 PM, G Mann via

Re: [MBZ] O.T. This Will Keep You Busy, Swen.

2023-11-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Just happen to have a complete factory turbo set, intake and exhaust manifold, with turbo and all attachments, on the shelf that fits that engine That car has been sitting unloved and outside for way too long in AZ. the interior is kacked. floor pans, rockers.. engine... you would be looking at

Re: [MBZ] OT Medicare Questions

2023-11-26 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Welcome to Medicare. It is a total system devised to be so complicated that no individual can truly understand it, under the color of law, not the principles, and voted on by elected persons who were elected using funds and influence owned by huge mega rich pharma companies who have armies of lawye

Re: [MBZ] I didn't bother with masking paper -- 1984 Mercedes-Benz 380 sl, $2, 000

2023-11-25 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Something is making metal to metal contact, relative to engine speed, so it is a moving internal part, and sounds deadly, engine life wise. Timing chain? or is this year not in that era? In any case, trailer it to wherever you work on it.. and look for metal in the oil and filter, whatever you find

Re: [MBZ] Kaboom

2023-11-23 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
My brother had that happen while driving in traffic. Suspension collapsed to the point it ruined the front tire and steering was a real challenge [in traffic].. Result, stuck in traffic, at side of road, 900 miles from home. Tow bill, rental car to get home, shop charges to get fixed [over $3,000 ]

Re: [MBZ] Oil cooler job done on the 642

2023-11-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
https://www.zoro.com/superclean-cleanerdegreaser-water-based-parts-washer-jug-1-gal-ready-to-use-nonflammable-citrus-101723/i/G3755692/ ? On Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 11:28 PM G Mann wrote: > Try spraying the area down with some stuff called "Super Clean Foaming"... > should be ab

Re: [MBZ] Oil cooler job done on the 642

2023-11-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Try spraying the area down with some stuff called "Super Clean Foaming"... should be able to find it at your local FLAPS. Spray it on, hose it off, pressure washer, or steam.. I've found it works the best of anything to date... available in squirt bottle 32 oz size, or in gallon jugs , [can be dilu

Re: [MBZ] Shop air lines

2023-11-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Regardless of pipe size, ALWAYS install a shut off ball valve inline coming OUT of the compressor tank, and ALWAYS close that valve, along with opening the main off switch to your compressor. Every time you leave the shop for longer than to take lunch. Air leak = air compressor running = continuous

Re: [MBZ] Was abandoned with me. 2008 Mercedes-Benz m-class, $4, 200 2008 Mercedes ml320 CDI 4matic

2023-11-22 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Clear Title Otherwise, it's a can of worms at any price... since it was abandoned too the seller, title question necessary.. On Wed, Nov 22, 2023 at 6:38 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This looks good, price is not crazy, has tow hitch, 94kmi > > https://www.f

Re: [MBZ] Thinking about buying this

2023-11-21 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Go for it.. you only live once, might as well "live large" with a private jet.. Presently, there is a worldwide shortage of qualified pilots, so expect to pay a premium to retain a chief pilot and co-pilot, with a backup reserve flight crew. If you decide to indeed move into that level of upgrade,

Re: [MBZ] Do Harbor Freight floor jacks

2023-11-18 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Like you, I have accumulated several harbor freight jacks [and others] that are either leaking down when loaded, or fail to pump up.. all need resealed.. After seeing your post, I was finally stimulated to do a you tube search for video of rebuilding such jacks.. there are several videos, teardown

Re: [MBZ] Words fail me -- 2009 Mercedes-Benz cls-class Custom /bespoke AF, $7, 777

2023-11-16 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
Obviously only driven to church on Sunday and Wednesday night prayer meetings & the over 60 quilting club... never raced or rode hard and put away wet.. On Thu, Nov 16, 2023 at 8:55 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Custom AF The vehicle is RIDICULOUSY ANGRY & not f

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