Re: [MBZ] Hey Kaleb

It has R12. They said it's the longest lasting & coldest option. On Jul 20, 2013, at 7:00 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > > On Fri, 19 Jul 2013 22:17:47 -0500 "Kaleb C. Striplin" > wrote: > >> R12 if original otherwise 134 > > The ques

[MBZ] Hey Kaleb

Interested in having that w126 back? It's got a rebuilt transmission with less than 10k miles on it, completely new AC system (so virgin, was asked if I wanted R12 or 134), and a new engine with 125k miles on it (strong runner). Double dark window tint all around too. Comes with the extra engine

[MBZ] Looks like it's going to be the w140

Well, there's only a couple of steps remaining before pulling the trigger on the S350 Turbo-diesel. One being a VIN check. Is there anyone here with (forgot the name) that service that checks VINs? I'd really appreciate getting one run on this puppy. Not sure what all equipment it's got on it

Re: [MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel

On Jul 16, 2013, at 9:15 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > From: Rich Thomas > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel > Message-ID: <51e54ab4.9010...@constructivity.net> > > Car shake at start? > > --R That's what he says, and that it smooths out upon acceleration. To me that so

Re: [MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel

On Jul 15, 2013, at 7:12 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > > Joe wrote: >> ...Plus that the engine "shakes" > > Is the seller's name Ludmila Grobtken? > mao No, it's Jimmie. Also verified that it is an S350. Not much info out there about it. __

Re: [MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel

> Cons: > An engine that will self destruct with bent rods, a wiring harness that will > self destruct with heat and time, many complex computerized systems... > > Pros: > A state of the art automobile for its time. Timeless design. Awesome ride. > Built like a vault. Quiet beyond tranquili

Re: [MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel

> I have 3 or 4 of them right now. Make sure the engine has been replaced, or > if not and its not burning oil yet, yank it out replace the rods and head > gasket. I'll have to ask, they do say "diesel pump seals" (?) are leaking, and it's losing power. Plus that the engine "shakes". That make

[MBZ] Found w140 turbo diesel

Well, as it says, I found a w140 turbo diesel today, and it's looking pretty good. I kinda remember these being not so common, so I'm wondering what the pros/cons would be? Kaleb, didn't you have one of these before? Thanks for all ya'lls help with all this. Joe _

[MBZ] w140 OR w220 UPDATE

Thanks everyone who responded to my query about experiences with either or both S classes. Seems the consensus is that the w140 is the way to go, even though (at least to me) the w220 is just jam packed with features some of which are now standard on Kia! Gotta go searching now, I hear the Wes

[MBZ] w140 OR w220?

With my back having become worse, it's time to update S-classes from the w126 I've been driving for the past 10-11 years. It's a 300SD, and the mileage is phenomenal. Lots of work has gone into it, from a new engine, rebuilt tranny (with only 10k miles on it), and a complete AC overhaul, replac

Re: [MBZ] Diesel People

I drove my 1980 300CD from TX to NC, then onto CT, to NYC, back to CT, back to TX, then onto CA. All in a 10 day period. Never any breakdown, no problems/troubles, etc. Does this count? On Jul 25, 2012, at 7:00 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > On 7/21/2012 12:14 PM, Rick Hawkins Jav

Re: [MBZ] Der Fűhrerwagen

As MBUSA stated, it certainly appears someone is trying to claim something which isn't true. I sincerely doubt the context of the conversation he alleges with MBUSA, concerning their statement of "look for a Swastika." That doesn't sound correct. Also, the 320 series is too low for the Führer t

Re: [MBZ] 1984 190D for sale

Kaleb, are you not getting ANY of the e-mails I send you anymore? On Jul 8, 2012, at 8:08 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > Send Mercedes mailing list submissions to > mercedes@okiebenz.com > > To subscribe or unsubscribe via the World Wide Web, visit > http://mail.okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] have w115 need tranny

If you can get the part numbers, everything is still available from either a local dealer, or the MB Classic Car Center. On Jul 1, 2012, at 2:49 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > On Jul 1, 2012, at 2:50 PM, drcscru...@aol.com wrote: > >> >> My step son has an old 1969 220d. It seems

Re: [MBZ] MBZ Used w115 parts

Hey Kaleb, I e-mailed to your address shown here, but you finally got the message, so that's OK. I'm looking for the trim pieces that go around the car. Some are missing, while others are pitted with the rubber rotted out of them. Trying to get the engine pulled from the blue one, and replaced

[MBZ] Used w115 parts

Anybody know of a source for used w115 parts (ext/int)? I contacted Kaleb last week, but no response. Found plenty in SoCal, but Geez Louise! Their price for some trim was higher than getting brand new from the Classic Center! Thanks ___ http://www.okiebenz

[MBZ] w115 repair disc

Anybody have the CD that shows repairs of a /8 (w115)? I have the 2 CD set for the w126, and the blue w115 I got from Kaleb 9 years ago, is now here in the back yard. The guy who removed the engine + door panels/glass, etc from my original white w115 wasn't the most keen on knowing how to get

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 77, Issue 3

Our '83 300SD has been having electrical problems the past few months. Have replaced the battery twice, and alternator once (with a new Bosch), but still it continues. Something is draining the battery completely, whether the car is driven or not. Last time, driving around didn't guarantee the

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 64, Issue 16

I didn't know they had discontinued that service. Thanks so much for the information, you've been most helpful. On Mar 5, 2011, at 9:18 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > Message: 3 > Date: Sat, 05 Mar 2011 08:47:08 -0600 > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subj

[MBZ] Need CARFAX Check done please, if any can manage it

VIN#WDBCA45D1GA256289 Need a carfax, trying to get a whole history of it before I hand over the dough. Thanks for any/all help. Joe ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/a

[MBZ] Fwd: Need CARFAX Check done please, if any can manage it

Begin forwarded message: > From: Joe Sasser > Date: March 4, 2011 4:47:08 PM CST > To: mercedes@okiebenz.com > Subject: Need CARFAX Check done please, if any can manage it > > VIN#WDBCA45D1GA256289 > > Need a carfax, trying to get a history of it before I hand over th

Re: [MBZ] Anybody got a carfax?

Haley > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Anybody got a carfax? > Message-ID: <4d6e7a59.10...@voyager.net> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed > > 1986 560SEC? > At what point in the listing process does eBay give you a Carfax? > Is it before you finalize the li

[MBZ] Anybody got a carfax?

I'm making a deal on an '86 ('88...can't remember), and need to check out what I can about it before traveling to pick it up. It's got some problems he's already told me about, just seems like something's missing. VIN is:WDBCA45D1GA256289. Thanks for any/all assistance. ___

Re: [MBZ] CL Poster of the day

We had a '73 450SL, and yep, Euro bumpers, and that same engine. It was a beautiful ride, hated to sell it, but we were hit by Hurricane Ike at the time, and needed some $$$. The saddest part, was that it went to a 21yo girl, who immediately wanted to drive it FAST FAST FAST (it was raining at

Re: [MBZ] 107 values

We had an '73 Euro 450SL. Drove/rode like a dream, poured some $$ into it to make it even better. When we had to sell, we lost money. Needed $$ fast, so couldn't wait for the right buyer. But a w123 ANYTHING will NEVER be WORTH more than a w107. There are millions of 123s all over the world, in

[MBZ] w126 Cluster

As it may be obvious from the past few postings, my 300SD is having issues. The most bothersome (and potentially dangerous) is the instrument cluster. Since coming back from repairs, the temp goes to the red and stays there, the oil pressure also maxes out and stays. The following have also gone

[MBZ] RE; w115

My first Merc was an '76 300-D w115. Purchased it in CT, and with only a wash & oil change, drove it straight through to TX, where it was registered, and used as my only car for three years. Drove great, smooth ride. Totally converted me to a diesel-head after that. The rust is coming through o

Re: [MBZ] 300 SD Feel every bump

Hi Scott, thanks for responding. It's an '83, so no hydraulics. If it's the collapsed rear subframe bushings, what am I looking at, as far as parts needed (etc)? Joe On Oct 4, 2010, at 9:38 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > Does your model have hydraulic level control? If so and the

[MBZ] 300SD feel every bump

My '83 300SD (with about 384k miles on it), is riding way too stiff/hard. I can feel every bump in the road, and the handling isn't what it was just 6 years ago. New tires/shocks (Bilstein comfort, and Continentals), but nothing made any difference. Also the rear end is significantly lower than

Re: [MBZ] OT Win7???

Wow, just from reading through these couple of paragraphs, it looks like Bill Gates is 5¢ & 10¢ to death again, with inferior OSs. Sure glad we OSX users don't have limiting, inept OSs like the Windoze users do. Just thinking out loud. On Sep 15, 2010, at 2:22 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Latest manual seats to fit /8?

As the title implies, I'm interested in finding out what are the latest front seats to fit in a /8 body. Thinking maybe w201? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To U

Re: [MBZ] 300CD for $500

Anyone got the original info on this? Thanks ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listin

Re: [MBZ] /8 junk yard, breaker's yard

; wrote: > >> what'sa /8? >> >> --R >> >> On 6/8/2010 8:41 AM, Joe Sasser wrote: >>> Anyone know of a good (cheap) source for /8 body parts? >>> >>> Thanks >>> >>> Sent from my iMac >>> >

[MBZ] /8 junk yard, breaker's yard

Anyone know of a good (cheap) source for /8 body parts? Thanks Sent from my iMac ૐ Got Milf? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delive

[MBZ] Removing Dash & Ignition on w115

I've finally started on a former Kaleb-Kar, and need to yank the dash & ignition switch from the dash. Anybody here done this before? I've got an intact dash & working ignition switch to replace them with. Thanks ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used

Re: [MBZ] '93 300D in FL

We're taking a look at it. Since Gina blew up the engine in the 300SD last month, we're down to just her car, and I've got no way to get to my dr appts or pharmacy. Maybe next month we can swing it. > 1. Re: Fwd: 1993 Mercedes 300D 2.5 Turbo - $950 (Bonita Springs) > (Mitch Haley) > > Mes

[MBZ] Instrument Cluster Question

Will the cluster from an 126 SDL function no problem in a 126 SD? I changed the rims from 14" bundt to 15" manhole cover, and the speeds are off. Also, the tach/oil gauges and odometer haven't worked in years. Also, an updated steering wheel. A bit tired of this old one. Thanks, and a Very New

Re: [MBZ] OSX on a PC

I don't think quite so. PCs are built so cheap, and severely lack the elegance of Mac components. It's like the difference between a PB&J and a Porterhouse. On Dec 20, 2009, at 10:20 PM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > Message: 16 > Date: Sun, 20 Dec 2009 20:21:43 -0800 > From: Jim Cathey

Re: [MBZ] Donor car?

On Nov 30, 2009, at 6:00 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote: > Message: 12 > Date: Sun, 29 Nov 2009 23:33:34 -0800 > From: Jim Cathey > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Donor car? > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII; format=flowed > >> Would like t

[MBZ] Donor car?

The '83 300SD we bought from Kaleb is still going strong, except for the interior. It's tired & seen better days. Would like to change out the entire thing for gray, so am wondering if it'd be cheaper in the long run to find a donor car, or just bite the bullet and shop around for a new interio

Re: [MBZ] New Interior for w126

Thanks Max, I'd thought of doing that (did it before restoring interior in a w114 in the late '90s in N.C.), but sorta dipping my toes in the water to see what's available. The local scene has gassers with shot interiors, and/or the wrong color. Last choice would be to remove everything,

[MBZ] New interior for w126

Hey there, As the subject line states, I'm looking for a complete interior for our '83 300SD. The original is fine where it counts (no cracks in dash, etc), but has the standard splits/cracks in the leather seats & armrest. The color is brown, which was alright when the car was gold, howe

Re: [MBZ] $650 '87 300D

I missed the link for this CL listing. Does anybody have it handy? Thanks -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: ___ h

Re: [MBZ] transmission flush vs change fluid/filter

I make it a yearly task, every December or January to do a complete fluid & filter change. The hubbub of activity that time of year, serves as a reminder. The filter is cheap, and it keeps the tranny gremlins at bay. Good luck! On Jun 12, 2009, at 9:54 AM, mercedes-requ...@okiebenz.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Thoughts On This One?

Funny thing about wives. I showed one to mine, and told her that IF we were to buy a brand-spanking-new auto, it would probably be this one. She countered with a '75 BMW 2002 nearby @ $1200! Help me Rhonda, help help me Rhonda... Date: Sat, 6 Jun 2009 20:25:21 -0400 From: "Bill R" Subje

Re: [MBZ] slipping tranny 1980 300D

I've purchased 2 transmissions from Sun Valley Mercedes out of CA. One for the '83 300SD we bought from Caleb about 6 years ago or so, and another 2 years ago for my wife's '88 190D. So far no problems with either, and the install on the 190 was botched a bit (original installer wasn't avai

Re: [MBZ] Reviving a w115 300-D

Thanks very much, Peter, I'll add that to the list of things to do. Already had figured on a change of fluids, and even a tranny service. Joe Message: 1 Date: Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:27:33 -0500 (GMT-05:00) From: Peter Frederick Subject: Re: [MBZ] Reviving a w115 300-D To: Mercedes Discussion

[MBZ] Reviving a w115 300-D

Hi all. In the next 3 months, I'll be reviving the blue w115 300-D traded from Kaleb back in late '03. The engine is from the '76 300-D I bought in CT in '99. Starts right up, no major problems with it. But during the swap, I'm planning on changing out all belts/hoses and glow plugs. Th

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 35, Issue 157

Hmm, no problems like that with the Macs. They all come with wireless & Bluetooth built in, and with my Apple Airport, can go up to 50 yards away from it, and still have full strength. My wife is STILL waiting for her PC to be repaired (for the 2nd time in 6mos) as it just quit booting up a

Re: [MBZ] OT XP vs Vista

Easy fix..dump Windows for a new iMac, take your PC into the Apple Store with you, and a Mac Genius will transfer everything over for you. So glad I made the switch last year! Can't say enough good things for the Mac (especially like how they can't get viruses)! Everything is so much

Re: [MBZ] Lottery winnings & dream Mercedes

I've always said that if I ever won the lottery, I'd have MB build a certain car with a twist. Since their classic division can replicate any part of any car they've ever made, here's what I'd have: 1939 Mercedes 770K (aka Großer) body with proper gauges, seats, convertible top etc. BUT A

Re: [MBZ] MBZ Gas Prices

Here in SE TX (literally surrounded by refineries) I paid $71 to fill up my 300SD last week ($3.94/gal)! When we all know it should be around $0.75¢ instead. There's absolutely no reason for diesel to be so high, other than pure greed. Joe Sasser On Oct 13, 2008, at 2:01 PM, [