[MBZ] Need help selecting an MB diesel

2006-04-21 Thread Harry
technology and seems to be highly regarded. harry

Re: [MBZ] Safe airbag removal (was: 201 CD manual Cruise?)

2005-09-20 Thread Harry
around with. The above >applies to the 124 chassis but I believe the 201 and 126 have the red >connector in the same place. I'm sure Marshall will correct me if I'm >wrong. ;-) > >-Dave M. > >> -- >> Date: Mon, 19 Sep 2005 19:51:

Re: [MBZ] Oil Leak Location Advice

2005-09-20 Thread Harry
dude, someones not changing their oil like they should. shame on you :p John Ervine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Nah, valve cover gasket split on the front edge, spewing oil into the fan.  At >least the engine bay will never rust! > >Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > >> dude, you blew an oil it look li

Re: [MBZ] Oil Leak Location Advice

2005-09-20 Thread Harry
John Ervine <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Harry wrote: > >> dude, someones not changing their oil like they should. shame on you :p Looked like it was time too, that was some dirty oil > >Yeah I know.  Someone clued me in that it's supposed to come out of the bot

Re: [MBZ] That cheap 1999 SLK for sale on Craigslist

2005-09-20 Thread Harry
Sounds kind of shady to me too, ya never know with all those sneaky ass people out there just lurking to take someones money and run "Dave M." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Finally got a reply from the seller. Gosh, it's such a great deal, but >I just don't have the money. Thought I'd share it wi

Re: [MBZ] Using dead cats as fuel

2005-09-21 Thread Harry
Sorry guys but this shit of using dead cats as fuel is just making me sick. I'm just a loyal pet owner of a pricy siamese named Raja and I doubt he would approve even in his demise Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >TimothyPilgrim wrote: >> >> Not so, in fact, perhaps PETA could be broug

Re: [MBZ] OT - Eagle Talon / Mitsu Eclipse

2005-09-21 Thread Harry
To my knowledge concerning these cars they have had most of their bugs worked out after the 92 model year. Haven't heard much about "brain boxes" going bad unless someone did something wrong when they attempted to modify or tamper with it. I'm banking on a bad sensor of some sort and with the sy

Re: [MBZ] That cheap 1999 SLK for sale on Craigslist

2005-09-21 Thread Harry
The easiest way to check out these so called scammers is to see how honest they are by requesting proper documentation on the car. Like a copy of a registration or even the title to show proof they aren't trying to scam you. If they refuse tell them to shove it Jeff Zedic <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> w

Re: [MBZ] OT - Eagle Talon / Mitsu Eclipse

2005-09-21 Thread Harry
And I though VW was bad with this stuff. Maybe that explains why Mitsu refused to sell the cars along side their Eclipse counterpart. Since they both share alot in common and as you know the Eclipse is pretty popular among the tuner crowd I sort of expected them to fare as well. Guess you might

Re: [MBZ] Using dead cats as fuel

2005-09-22 Thread Harry
>a small scale, but I'm thinking of forwarding the info >to my state rep. Just think how easy it would be for >cities to solve garbage disposal probs, etc. > >Christopher > >--- Harry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> Sorry guys but this shit of using dead c

Re: [MBZ] Using dead cats as fuel

2005-09-22 Thread Harry
As for who would pay that for a cat the answer would be me. If ya want to use dead animals for fuel then I'm sure you can get enough energy out of the usual road kill. And if that isn't enough you can go for the pests that plague us and scatter garbage and disease like coons, skunk and possum.

Re: [MBZ] Using dead cats as fuel

2005-09-22 Thread Harry
geez, so I like animals give me a break [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: >It's not worth it anyway if the cat was pricy. Might as well keep it. > > >[EMAIL PROTECTED] (Harry ) wrote: > >>Sorry guys but this shit of using dead cats as fuel is just making me sick. >>I

Re: [MBZ] is this thing for real?

2005-09-22 Thread Harry
I recall seeing a car similar to that in a Mercedes collector book I checked out in a book store. Seems that the car wasn't officially imported to the states, but a few were brought in by collectors Kevin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >On Wed, Sep 21, 2005 at 09:11:09PM -0500, OK Don wrote: >> Yo

Re: [MBZ] Using dead cats as fuel

2005-09-22 Thread Harry
You got a point there, they were here before us. Odd that I hardly ever see coon or possum in the country, but in town they are everywhere. "Mike Canfield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Harry.Don't forget the coon, skunk and opossum were here before OUR >c

Re: [MBZ] oh boy, read the auction questions

2005-09-24 Thread Harry
Its shameful to admit this, but I can relate to those questions. yep the car is nice too "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-400-Series-420-e-NO-RESERVE-PRISTINE-CONDITION-DREAM-CAR-E-420_W0QQitemZ4576678919QQcategoryZ6331QQrdZ1QQcmdZView

Re: [MBZ] oh boy, read the auction questions

2005-09-24 Thread Harry
first time I actually noticed how nice the 3 pointed star really looked :-p "Luther Gulseth" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >I noticed the beautiful placement of the MB star > >On Fri, 23 Sep 2005 22:55:07 -0500, Dave M. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >> Car? There was a car? >>

Re: [MBZ] oh boy, read the auction questions

2005-09-24 Thread Harry
german gunsight right on the.. here kitty kitty just had to say that redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >The hooter cooter E series Benz > > >On Friday, September 23, 2005, at 07:12 PM, Harry wrote: > >> Its shameful to admit this, but I can relate to those questi

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-25 Thread Harry
Reliability aside, Honda's and Toyotas may still be the benchmark but speaking for owners I know I'm told the only good thing with them now is the drivetrains. Hyundai's and Kia's might be decent cars but not according to their crash tests. Makes me wonder why they have such long warranties. Jus

Re: [MBZ] 1978 300CD turn signal doesn't stay on

2005-09-26 Thread Harry
Kevin, its been a while since I had to work on one of these but I think I remember there being a little spring that keeps the switch in the set position. There are two so chances are if it doesn't lock in either position both springs have broke or fallen inside the column. "kevin kraly" <[EMA

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-27 Thread Harry
Considering a couple of people I know who are long term owners of Honda and Toyotas even admitted that they weren't as good as they use to be. They still have decent engines and tranny's but the rest of the car is nothing more than crappy recycled plastic and metal. Buttons and knobs that fall o

Re: [MBZ] OT, converting CD's to mp3

2005-09-27 Thread Harry
Music Match Jukebox works really well as does Roxio CD Creator "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >yea, Im on windows, thanks. > >David Brodbeck wrote: > >> Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: >> >> >>>Im sure I know the answer to this but have since forgotten, how do you >>>convert CD track

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
Nice long wheel base Benz, low mileage for its age. Only a test drive will tell "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >you dont have to burn premium on those things. > >OK Don wrote: > >> The fuel mileage??? Premium gasoline??? >> >> >>>What are the issues on these particular cars? I'

Re: [MBZ] Troubleshooting Help Needed - Solved?

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
When I needed a alternator for mine the prices were usually around $100 for a remanufactured one and thats a genuine Bosch. Thats a 55 amp so they aren't overly expensive B Dike <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >I think I found the problem.  The alternator isn't >generating any current.  The barcode

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
on <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Same story from those I've talked to as well. The drive train keeps >going, but the body/chassis is falling apart around it. > >On 9/27/05, Harry <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> Considering a couple of people I know who are long term owner

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
If everything works and there is no major rust or dents then its a steal if you really like it. "Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Sunil wrote: > > > >"I'm looking at a 1987 420SEL - 103Kmi, everything works, little to no >rust. Timing chain changed, oil changed often, new radiator.

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
I always saw rusted out cars as a sign of neglect, but considering rust proofing has come along way one would expect these Japanese cars to fair better than 30 year old Benz's. The Japanese have taken lessons from us about rust proofing. David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wro

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
I have to admit I would certainly love to get my hands on a Honda S2000 as a replacemnt for my Mustang Cobra that I sadly had to sell. The sound of a screaming engine at 8,000 rpms just boils my blood. Its too bad that a lot of the Honda, Toyotas and even the others like Kia are starting to look

Re: [MBZ] This is bizarre...

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
very odd, they removed it from listing. smells like a scam Steve MacSween <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > >http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-380SL-1982-xclnt-peice-of-junk_W0QQi >temZ8003586735QQcategoryZ6783QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem > > > >___ >For new parts se

Re: [MBZ] 1977 450SEL

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
Most of those older Benz's do not require any type of high octane fuel. Higher octane gas which is mostly required in LEV's or Low Emission Vehicles. Higher octane say 91 or higher does not burn faster than say 87 or 89 it burns slower which results in a cleaner burn. Almost all of the pre 90's

Re: [MBZ] (no subject)

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
Injection Pump "Gabriel S." <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >what is an ip? > >On 9/28/05, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >> I thought as they worn they started running lean which is why the ALDA >> needs to be adjusted? >> >> Mathieu J. Cama wrote: >> >> > Andrew, >> > >> > Have your

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
ine size. I >> really like the 300SDL. Same chassis, wonderful Diesel engine. >> >> On 9/27/05, Sunil Hari <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> >>>Oh Don, I don't care about gas costs. I've driven fuel-sippers long enough >>>that it's time to balance

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
ah yep it was a joke and here's the part where I say my VW has a bumper sticker that says "my other car is a Mercedes but its in the shop" "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA, Im assuming that was a joke.

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
to your dealer and not want it back   >for about 4 weeks. > >Of course there is always a lurking W140 diesel (maybe if very lucky   >with a rebuilt engine). > >MPG on mine 500SEL range from 16-18 (usa gallon), 21 was highest with   >an extended run at 90-100mph north of LA. > &g

Re: [MBZ] clones?

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
yep, good ol John Z had a vision with that idea and proof the French can't build engines Ed Booher <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Ahhh The De Lorean. > >On 9/28/05, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> Harry wrote: >> >> >I alway

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-28 Thread Harry
and proof that some have more money than brains "Bob Rentfro" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Harry observed: > >"the previous owner was a idiot" > >I think we all would agree that is all too often the case. > >

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-29 Thread Harry
Like a 560 is cheap to begin with "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >and more money to repair and maintain. > >Harry wrote: > >> Skip the 420 and 560, if I was going that far for my money I'd go all the >> way to a S500. Much nicer t

Re: [MBZ] (no subject) WHY???

2005-09-29 Thread Harry
; >> Why can't you guys put a SUBJECT in .??? Might encourage folks to >> look at what you have to say!! >> >> Just a short rant/request. >> >> Take care, >> >> Chuck >> Phoenix, AZ >> On Sep 28, 2005, at 12:43 PM, Donald Sn

Re: [MBZ] 1987 420SEL for sale

2005-09-29 Thread Harry
helpfully frying your MAF. > > > >On 28-Sep-05, at 11:47 AM, Harry wrote: > >> Assuming you had to spend that much to fix everything that is   >> broken would be a good bet you didn't buy it in the first place. If   >> there is a lot that needs fixing its pr

Re: [MBZ] audi nut

2005-10-04 Thread Harry
Yep, thats him although I think he was a bit crazy with the 150mph in 280 4.5 but I think he liked to exaggerate. I doubted there were any go fast goodies for a 30 year old benz and the last I knew 120 was pushing it even in a 4.5 69 280 SEL 120,000 Miles 72 350SL 108,000 Miles 2004 VW Pas

Re: [MBZ] audi nut

2005-10-04 Thread Harry
I checked out that website, that must be his wife in the lower pic and maybe his dad in the next one. Quite a accomplishment having a masters degree in anything. Looks young though Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Russ Maki wrote: >> Ah. Shayne Pavlic. He used to post quite a bit on w

Re: [MBZ] RUF Porsche at the Nurburgring/IFILM

2005-11-03 Thread Harry
I didn't turn anything off and it worked just fine. Bob DuPuy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >Hey is anyone else as dumb as me? The site says you may have to >disable your Norton security and turn off your pop up blocker to watch >the vedio, so I did. I just woke up in a cold sweat wondering what

Re: [MBZ] leaky trunk 1983 300sD

2006-12-04 Thread Harry Watkins
A method I've used to keep a drain or vent open is a wire and flag setup. I twist a small wire with a loop inside and attach a small flag on the outside end. As you drive, the flag waves, the wire wiggles and keeps the hole open. Harry On 12/4/06, Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] 240D Battery

2006-12-14 Thread Harry Watkins
Consumer Reports (Nov 05) covered five group sizes but not Group 39 so this may be OT. Diehard was dead last in three groups and in the bottom half of the others. NAPA Select and Legend rated at or near the top. Duralast (Auto Zone) was a best buy in one group and Everlast (Walmart / MAXX) had b

Re: [MBZ] Flashing 124 recirc switch light SOLVED!

2007-01-04 Thread Harry Watkins
A few years back I made an impulse counter with directions and part numbers supplied on one of these lists. IIRC, it worked, but I could not find a code sheet for the SDL. I'll look for it and the instructions, maybe someone could get a use from it. Harry On 1/4/07, Alex Chamberlain &l

[MBZ] Drivers door window problem, 81 240D

2007-01-11 Thread Harry Watkins
s a bolt nearby what I think is broken. Can anyone give me a hint? The part I am looking at seems to be what the bottom of the glass is sitting in, or is attached to. I've got it back up and closed while You guys set me straight. Harry

Re: [MBZ] Drivers door window problem, 81 240D

2007-01-11 Thread Harry Watkins
weld job may do the trick. I have only removed the door panel, worked the window back up and disabled the switch. The car is still being used while I await the free expert advice from this list. Thanks Harry On 1/10/07, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: You just need to take o

Re: [MBZ] Drivers door window problem, 81 240D

2007-01-11 Thread Harry Watkins
Ha Ha, BTDT with a teen grandson, trashed a great 300D EURO. I want to make a good repair with this window problem, its a great car in great shape with manual transmission but need help with getting that piece off the window. Thanks Bill. Harry On 1/11/07, BillR <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: [MBZ] Drivers door window problem, 81 240D

2007-01-11 Thread Harry Watkins
Thanks Rich Do you know what holds the window in that piece can be unbolted? Is it wedged in or glued? That is what I need to get out for repair or replacement. Harry On 1/11/07, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I think there are two bolts that hold the glass in its lower

Re: [MBZ] Drivers door window problem, 81 240D

2007-01-11 Thread Harry Watkins
Tom My lift mechanism seems in good shape, its the window attachment track that's broke. Thanks Harry On 1/11/07, Potter, Tom E <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: In case you need a Mercedes-Benz Power Window Lift Mechanism, I have one for $20 plus shipping. This is a used power window

Re: [MBZ] OT House Building

2007-01-19 Thread Harry Watkins
elevator ( home made), suspended concrete porch and deck, a UV light system in the HVAC system and one end of the basement is a garage. Harry On 1/17/07, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: There is a local guy who has been building new houses on my street the last couple of years

Re: [MBZ] OT House Build Quality

2007-01-20 Thread Harry Watkins
Wow Rich, what a project, no wonder people want you for their homes. Was it a one horse show? How did you handle the heights? Is this your current home? What about permits and codes? Its a beautiful House, thanks for sharing. Harry On 1/20/07, Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Short tool review

2007-01-21 Thread Harry Watkins
John Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel removal technique. Harry On 1/21/07, John W. Reames III <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Craftsman has some sockets for the removal o

Re: [MBZ] Short tool review

2007-01-21 Thread Harry Watkins
x27;s lifetime policy? Thanks Harry On 1/21/07, Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Harry Watkins wrote: > John > > Do you think they have a socket with enough beef to remove a lug bolt? Sure > would be nice to not have to drill it out. Its in the rear, so no wheel > r

Re: [MBZ] Process for installing 30TD's rear suspension struts - THANKS

2007-01-26 Thread Harry Watkins
Hey Ralph I need a left backup light for my 85 TD if yours are not spoken for. Let me know. Harry On 1/25/07, Ralph W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: It's probably a good idea to take a look at the little bracket on the rear sway bar which actually moves the control lever on the

Re: [MBZ] Process for installing 30TD's rear suspension struts -THANKS

2007-01-26 Thread Harry Watkins
Sounds good Ralph. Harry On 1/25/07, Ralph W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Harry, You have dibbs. I'll pull them this weekend and make sure they are in good working order and send you a note. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D

[MBZ] Drive shaft R&R? 85 300TD

2007-02-02 Thread Harry Watkins
Can the shaft be removed as one piece? Is this considered a three piece drive shaft? Thanks Harry

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft R&R? 85 300TD

2007-02-03 Thread Harry Watkins
Great, now that its up, are there any answers? >:). Harry On 2/2/07, Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Harry Watkins wrote: > I posted this about 5 hours ago and never saw it come up, is that normal? Sometimes - it's often at YOUR end. Marshall -- Marshall Booth

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft R&R? 85 300TD

2007-02-03 Thread Harry Watkins
I've already got a Rusty order to replace, disks, bearing and support and trans mount. Thanks again Peter Harry On 2/2/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: You can leave the disk on the tranny an diff. However, I'd mark the flanges so you can put it back in the s

[MBZ] Kaleb or anyone, a shipping question

2007-02-04 Thread Harry Watkins
IIRC, in a thread about shipping parts, Kaleb said he shipped with just a tag, no boxing. Was that correct and was it UPS? I know I got a Ford gas tank with only enough cardboard for addresses, also wheels and tires. Thanks for any input. Harry

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb or anyone, a shipping question

2007-02-04 Thread Harry Watkins
Maybe a drive shaft, I removed mine yesterday and the U joint has a cracked bearing cup. So if the two ends were wired together so as not to separate, it should go okay? Harry On 2/4/07, LarryT <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I rec'd a muffler via UPS which was taped and bubbled wrap

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb or anyone, a shipping question

2007-02-04 Thread Harry Watkins
Thanks John Was all of this UPS? It sounds like shipping a drive shaft without boxing is a go. Harry On 2/4/07, John W. Reames III <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: On Sun, 4 Feb 2007, LarryT wrote: > I rec'd a muffler via UPS which was taped and bubbled wrapper (mostly on the >

Re: [MBZ] Cracked head?

2007-02-04 Thread Harry Watkins
Sorry to hear about your head problem, but I look forward to the education we will get from your experience. How did the cold pressure test turn out? Thanks Harry On 2/4/07, andrew strasfogel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: These cars simply do not last like those from the 50s. ;) On

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb or anyone, a shipping question

2007-02-04 Thread Harry Watkins
some rules that you must follow when attaching a shipping label. You can research on UPS.com or call your local office. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Harry Watkins Sent: Sunday, February 0

[MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-05 Thread Harry Watkins
bench. (oh well) Hopefully there are folks that will chime in to make this easier. Harry

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-05 Thread Harry Watkins
Send again On 2/5/07, Harry Watkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks to Peter and others, the job was made easy. While its fresh on my mind, I'll share the steps I took. Keep in mind that this is an 85 300TD and I've no experience with other models. I have the paper man

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-06 Thread Harry Watkins
3rd try to run this out of my barn. Harry On 2/5/07, Harry Watkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks to Peter and others, the job was made easy. While its fresh on my mind, I'll share the steps I took. Keep in mind that this is an 85 300TD and I've no experience with other

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-06 Thread Harry Watkins
I moved it from the "sent mail" to the inbox to try again. Harry On 2/5/07, Harry Watkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: 3rd try to run this out of my barn. Harry On 2/5/07, Harry Watkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Thanks to Peter and others, the job was made

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Hi Ralph No, yours was the first. Don't know what I am doing wrong. This is the second time its happened. Harry On 2/5/07, Ralph W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Hey Harry this is about the fifth time it's come through to the list! Are you not seeing your posts? Ralph W. &

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Thanks David, what time did my original go through? I sure wasted some band width, sorry. Harry On 2/5/07, David Brodbeck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Harry Watkins wrote: > Hi Ralph > > No, yours was the first. Don't know what I am doing wrong. This is the > s

Re: [MBZ] Drive shaft removal steps, 85 300TD

2007-02-06 Thread Harry Watkins
Kaleb I am using Gmail for the list, how do I change that setting? I have perhaps looked in the wrong place. Thanks Harry On 2/6/07, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: You probably have your settings set to not receive your own posts. Harry Watkins wrote: > Hi Ral

Re: [MBZ] CF light bulbs (was: OT - Global Warming rebuttal)

2007-02-07 Thread Harry Watkins
than traditional lighting. He said PolyBrite will ship the bulbs in the next 60 days for the office market, and for the home market within the next year. Complete article: http://www.suntimes.com/business/222395,CST-FIN-led22.article Harry On 2/7/07, Allan Streib <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] instrument cluster removal

2007-02-11 Thread Harry Watkins
Someone on the list suggested that paint can openers from the hardware store make excellent cluster pullers. Haven't tried them myself. The FEMA guy from New York I think. Harry On 2/10/07, Billr <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Thanks Werner - I had indeed made them too s

Re: [MBZ] Ball joint replacement

2007-02-24 Thread Harry Watkins
Real nice write-up JW. It will be a keeper for me. Thanks Harry On 2/23/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: The sway bar bushings are THE WORST. Figure at least 8-10 hours work to do them alone because of their position (underneath all of the electronics/fusebox/brake b

Re: [MBZ] OT: New Euro terror alerts

2007-02-28 Thread Harry Watkins
I have heard the thumb is a great tool on the human body and I have discovered how great the delete key works for this thread. Please let me know when all of this 20/20 hind sight solves these problems in a perfect way. Harry On 2/27/07, Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: H

Re: [MBZ] Losing coolant, somewhere

2007-10-28 Thread Harry Watkins
Why not pressure test the system with the engine warm? Some of the macparts places may do it for free. I slide a cardboard under and look for droppings. Harry On 10/27/07, Peter Frederick <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Replace your radiator cap. > > A bad one allows coolan

Re: [MBZ] 124 squirrely rear, yet again

2007-10-31 Thread Harry Watkins
Food and a trap, located in a blind spot in your yard, fatten them up and invite neighbors to a meal of imported game. Harry On 10/31/07, archer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Wonder if I could mount a night vision scope on one? Think I've seen them >

[MBZ] Need help with console removal, 300 SDL

2007-11-02 Thread Harry Watkins
Can someone guide me through removing the wood panel around the shifter that holds the window switches? 86 300 SDL Thanks Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread Harry Watkins
a 50/50 mix of their natural gas diesel. Just a drop in the barrel, but its another start. No interest except that I own stock in the company and plan to be filthy rich. (grin) Thanks Harry On Nov 9, 2007 8:59 AM, David Hemsley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Certainly algea is one

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-09 Thread Harry Watkins
Syntroleum, ticker SYNM. syntroleum.com Harry On Nov 9, 2007 1:00 PM, andrew strasfogel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > What company? What's the ticker symbol? > > > On Nov 9, 2007 11:52 AM, Harry Watkins <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > There is a company n

Re: [MBZ] Am I on crack...?

2007-11-09 Thread Harry Watkins
Anyone that gets a Joe maintained car has hit the jackpot. The price is a bargain. Thanks Harry On Nov 9, 2007 3:56 PM, Robert Rentfro <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Randy opined: > > "If only it was not that color." > > That is a color only an owner can love.

Re: [MBZ] Rust stains on concrete

2007-11-18 Thread Harry Watkins
A product named "Iron Out" does a good job. I got mine at Walmarts Harry On Nov 18, 2007 10:47 AM, Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Anyone know how to get rust stains out of concrete? > > We had a tubular steel lawn chair on our patio which collected wate

Re: [MBZ] more wheels-Loren?

2007-11-22 Thread Harry Watkins
A friend has four 124 wheels from a 300E he once owned. I think he wanted $100 for the set. If anyone is interested, let me know what to check out and I'll get it done. These are in Mississippi however, don't know about shipping. Harry On Nov 21, 2007 9:34 PM, Dwight E. Giles,

Re: [MBZ] Oil draining and sucking

2007-11-26 Thread Harry Watkins
Actually OSB can stand a lot of wet, its the particle board that melts. I am going by when I built my metal frame home, I used OSB for everything in some of it was in the weather for years. Some of it was used as a walk way in mud and I still have and use some of it now and again. Harry On Nov

Re: [MBZ] Cleaning enigine inside with synthetic oil

2007-11-27 Thread Harry Watkins
Take a look here, http://www.auto-rx.com/. They claim to do what you want and I have some to try on a Toyota pickup. I am going to see if it will stop or slow down a front seal leak. Harry On Nov 27, 2007 12:39 PM, Robert Bigham <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > In recent issues,

Re: [MBZ] Kaleb Christmas Fund

2007-12-07 Thread Harry Watkins
How about a mailing address? Harry On Dec 7, 2007 7:40 AM, Tom Hargrave <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I know that Kaleb would never ask for such a thing so I will ask for him. > > > > As any of you who have followed the thread know, they are about to inherit > three smal

Re: [MBZ] OT: How much does it cost to build a garage?

2007-12-07 Thread Harry Watkins
ed (both sides) on a product from Quikcrete called Surface Bonding Material IIRC. Kept it damp for three days with a battery operated timer and lawn sprinklers, that's it. We would build the wall off the truck until it got too high. A ball park cost for a 10' X 10' wall is about $40

Re: [MBZ] OT: Emergency House Heat

2007-12-11 Thread Harry Watkins
How about putting a heater core in the house, connected to the car with long heater hose? Harry On Dec 11, 2007 10:21 PM, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I've been pondering alternative ways to heat the house when the power > is out, given our all electric house. > Give

Re: [MBZ] The good fight is over

2007-12-17 Thread Harry Watkins
Sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with all his family. Thank God for him and others that were willing to climb in that plane time after time to help secure the freedom we all enjoy. I hope I get to go to his part of Heaven. Harry On Dec 17, 2007 11:24 AM, Timothy Robinson <[EM

Re: [MBZ] Knock on wood... 300D

2007-12-18 Thread Harry Watkins
KC 135s and I believe B-52s use water injection. Wilton can explain this better than I can. For take off with heavy loads, they inject water into the engines for a power boost. Harry On Dec 17, 2007 10:37 PM, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Yes - water that's in liquid for

[MBZ] Rusty, Kaleb, retailers

2007-12-19 Thread Harry Watkins
You may want to check this out. Some pretty big heavy hitters putting this together. Lookout PayPal, Visa. http://www.readwriteweb.com/archives/revolution_money_to_take_on_pa.php Harry ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] completely OT: Kirby vacuum

2007-12-22 Thread Harry Watkins
We got a Roomba, loved it so much we got a Scooba, loved it so much we got a Dirt Dog. Our central vac stays idle most of the time. I turn the Dirt Dog loose when I'm working in my shop area and he keeps things pretty well picked up. Harry On Dec 22, 2007 12:26 PM, E M <[EMAIL P

Re: [MBZ] completely OT: Kirby vacuum

2007-12-22 Thread Harry Watkins
e suppose to be even better, hard to believe. Harry Harry On Dec 22, 2007 6:25 PM, E M <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Alright, now you guys have me thinking. I'm going to have a poke around > and > see about running the pipes for one. Are all the pipes in the wall rigid, > or

Re: [MBZ] Marshall Booth, email archive

2007-12-29 Thread Harry Watkins
Thanks Philip and Don, What a treat. Harry On Dec 29, 2007 5:42 PM, Fmiser <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Through the generous hosting for Wonko the Sane - aka Lt. Don > the collection of Marshall's posts to this list are accessible. > > http://don.homelinux.net/~don/mars

Re: [MBZ] OT HDTV

2008-01-03 Thread Harry Watkins
Sad but true, our govmimmt gonna make sure you get da box. https://www.dtv2009.gov/ I hate to share. Harry On Jan 3, 2008 12:06 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin, work <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > yea, I have an antenna hooked up to the box for local HD > > --- > Kaleb C. Striplin >

Re: [MBZ] 126 Left Front Turn Light

2008-01-03 Thread Harry Watkins
Don, the mparts sell a kit with tape like stuff (red and yellow) that looks just like the lens. Cut to fit. When I saw your post, I remembered I did that on my pickup about three years ago and it looks so original, I never notice it. Harry On Jan 3, 2008 3:23 PM, OK Don <[EMAIL PROTEC

Re: [MBZ] OT HDTV

2008-01-03 Thread Harry Watkins
will free up airwaves for use by emergency responders." Harry On Jan 3, 2008 6:51 PM, Tom Hargrave <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > So, do we stop progress for the few who don't want to change? > > Tom > www.kegkits.com > > > - Original Message - > Fr

Re: [MBZ] Deoxit version: was 123 coupe electrical confusion

2008-01-08 Thread Harry Watkins
http://www.caig.com/ I like the plastic bottle with the needle applicator. Harry On Jan 8, 2008 12:12 PM, archer <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Can someone tell me the name and/or parts number on your deoxit > container? > Several years ago Marshall told us about Deoxit, I

Re: [MBZ] Fw: [Banned] Pictures of Christmas 2007-Kids

2008-01-08 Thread Harry Watkins
Thanks for sharing. Nice looking bunch there. Keep on keeping on. Harry On Jan 8, 2008 2:49 PM, Chuck Landenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Regina and Kaleb, > > Thanks for sharing You are doing a good job and the kids radiate > that > > Take care

Re: [MBZ] OT Invisible Fences for Dogs

2008-01-13 Thread Harry Watkins
We had a hard wire system and the way I put it in the ground is all I can offer, the dog won. I rented a lawn edger to dig a narrow ditch, poked it in with a stick and ran the riding mower over it. Two days later you could not see any signs. I covered 1/3 acre. Harry On Jan 13, 2008 11:03 AM

Re: [MBZ] OT Invisible Fences for Dogs

2008-01-13 Thread Harry Watkins
much time trying to retrain her, but she knew the ropes. Don't tell the wife this because she forbid me to up the shock power. I got the bigger battery they offered and tightened up the collar, but, the dog won. $500 down the drain. Oh well. Harry On Jan 13, 2008 2:07 PM, Mitch Haley &l

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