Re: [MBZ] Mercedes brake lines

her is like a spring that fits over >> the tube to prevent kinking. I can't recommend which is best. >> >>> -Original Message- >>> From: Mercedes [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] On Behalf Of >>> John Reames via Mercedes >>> Sent: F

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes brake lines

> Dan > > Sent from my iPad > >> On Sep 26, 2014, at 2:54 PM, John Reames via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> FYI, when you order them they are not bent in the proper shapes; you have to >> do that yourself! >> >> -- >> John W R

[MBZ] Mercedes brake lines

FYI, when you order them they are not bent in the proper shapes; you have to do that yourself! -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ T

Re: [MBZ] AC Leak

Drop some UV dye in it, or an oil recharge with some in it. If it's the evaporator, you'll (eventually) see it around the condensate drains. Regardless, you'll have a good idea of where to look. I wouldn't be surprised to find a leaky service valve, especially the high side one. -j. -- John W

[MBZ] Baum/El Paso follow-up

I used it today to replace a LCA (and the lower ball joint while I was there). I had no problems getting the discs or center column in (w210, non-4matic). It compressed smoothly (ball thrust bearings will do that for ya!), and was easy enough to turn with a normal 1/2" drive ratchet and a 19mm

Re: [MBZ] Double flaring tool recommendations?

line has > started to fail from rust.. it will fail more later.. logic.. > >> On Wed, Sep 17, 2014 at 7:50 PM, John Reames via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Have a couple of hard brake lines that rotted/chafed (unsure of which; there >> are two in close proximity) right ne

[MBZ] Double flaring tool recommendations?

Have a couple of hard brake lines that rotted/chafed (unsure of which; there are two in close proximity) right near where they make a hard 90. They are the ones that go along the driver side of chassis from front to back on a 99 w210. I'm sure the dealer is very proud of them, so my plan is to

Re: [MBZ] OT Beef liver (was Re: Carbine Digest, Vol 106, Issue 71)

I was under the impression that a non-penetrating captive bolt gun was the best way to ensure that no nervous system tissues entered the bloodstream, with the idea being to further reduce the chances of BSE entering the food supply... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobi

Re: [MBZ] Old crash pics

That Benz isn't that old... It used unibody/subframe construction... I wonder how fast the driver was going before the wreck... It looks like excessive speed for road conditions was definitely a factor... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Sep 14

Re: [MBZ] FYI eBay spring compressor

ondering if this was a "back door" for > Baum to sell in the consumer space. > > Sounds like it is.... > > Dan > > >> On Sep 13, 2014, at 12:19 PM, John Reames via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I ordered a spring compressor from "

[MBZ] FYI eBay spring compressor

I ordered a spring compressor from "El Paso Tools" (alkyracer101). It arrived in a box sealed with "Baum Tools Unlimited" paper/filament tape. Inside the box was a heavy-gauge blow-molded case also bearing "Baum Tools Unlimited" labels. Inside the case, the instructions were packed in a ziploc

Re: [MBZ] Generator doesn't generate

A lot of portable generators have the white wire tied to the bare/green ground; that is the grounded conductor is tied to the grounding one. This makes the generator a "separately derived power source", which needs special treatment. The underlying issue is that (for safety reasons), the gro

Re: [MBZ] OT propane burners

I've got an old style Ducane, bought it before Weber killed all the old aluminum ones off. After 8+ years, I finally had a problem--the rotary igniter seized. I lit it with a match through the handy holes in the front made for that purpose, then ordered a new one for something like $15. I sup

Re: [MBZ] commuting by bicycle (was: Re: Testing Prius)

I don't know whether his commute is flat or not. I have a 9.3 mile commute, which sounds nice and easy, but then you look at a topo map... In mine, the peak elevation is 397ft, the lowest is 59ft. In the first 2-2.5 miles, there is a single rise of 150ft in 0.2 miles distance, followed by a d

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

How about a cheap new vehicle. Lease a smart ED with the battery assurance plus (BAP). Note that MBUSA has captured and retained the $7500 federal incentive, but it's passed on to you anyway. The finance charges on the lease work out to about 1%. Anyhow, the "official" deal is $999 down and $1

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius and changing subjects

*Ahem* Generalizations aren't always correct. (I drive an electric car; as previously discussed, it is perfect for the needs I lease it for... I'm definitely not a fruit, although I suppose whether or not I am a nut might be a matter for debate...) Btw, it costs me about $4 per hundred miles i

Re: [MBZ] Prius

Speaking of ID'ing cars... When taking long drives in the wee hours, has anyone (else) taken to guessing car make/model etc by the head/tail lights? It does have some practical purpose... I bet that you learn to spot American SUV's (particularly Ford) and American full-size sedans first... --

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

I've gotten a few (yellow freestone and some white ones) from a local farmer... (And I can always find a place to park close to the stand instead of quite a ways back...) It's hard to say which I enjoy more, but you need a paper towel to eat either variety. Btw what's this newfangled fad with

[MBZ] FYI 85 123.133 for sale; usable for parts

Mainly drive-train stuff is usable; radiator and oil cooler are no good; body has rust-through in several places, so some body stuff might be usable. It's in Towson, MD (21204); I thought I would give everyone here a shot at it before CL or the wrecker. It was running well until it abruptly sto

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

I've got a smart ED, and the limited range is fine for me. If I were always charging it at home (as opposed to at the train station...) I would be paying less than $4/100mi in electricity. For the most part it handles like it has sport suspension, and corners exceptionally well (due to the bat

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

I'm really loving my smart ForTwo ED. It's solid and fun. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Aug 11, 2014, at 13:06, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > At the Nissan dealership to drive pickups yesterday I talked him into letting > us drive

Re: [MBZ] OT - storing small parts

Speaking of which, what does everyone use for temporary storage of not so little parts like bolts and such that you pull off of engines during a repair? I haven't seen a (metal) #10 coffee can in years. Likewise, metal coffee cans are a thing of the past... They were great for washing out bear

[MBZ] What's the list policy on for sale stuff?

I've an 85 300d; the drivetrain seems to be in good shape but it's got a mangled hood, left front fender, grille, and light cluster. The front bumper has a scratch (deep and wide) on the top... Oil cooler and radiator are perforated. But it has rust--bad; rotted through back floor in places and

Re: [MBZ] Nice W108 Rolling Chassis

I'd be tempted (seeing as I likely have one with a mangled and apparently rusted out body -- looks like trunk/rear floor pans are also rotted. ) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Aug 4, 2014, at 23:00, Hendrik and Fay via Mercedes > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] OT printers

I can't help but wonder how well an ultrasonic cleaner would be at de-gunking printheads... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Aug 5, 2014, at 17:39, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Peter F. posted something on how to fix them awhile ago.

Re: [MBZ] Newer Mercedes Diesel

The 210's are a rust bucket. I have one that the rocker rotted out from the inside at the jack point. (It will eventually be going, but that's another story.) Also those om606's have the snap-off glow plugs. (I was actually torquing the head bolts on the other one and had to stand down; the #

Re: [MBZ] W123 parts

I got in a wreck weds eve... Trying to figure out whether they'd total it.. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 25, 2014, at 14:00, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: >> Date: Wed, 23 Jul 2014 17:48:19 -0400 >> To: mercedes@okiebenz.com >> Subject

Re: [MBZ] 211 to buy?

s slime in the tire ahead of time... Or go back to tubing the tires (I actually did that with the tires on my pressure washer...) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 25, 2014, at 7:04, Mitch Haley wrote: > > John Reames via Mercedes wr

Re: [MBZ] 211 to buy?

Two for two. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 24, 2014, at 21:57, Fmiser via Mercedes wrote: >>> John Reames wrote: >>> >>> I understand the service techs see the v6 models more, and that >>> they are runflat/def models... > >> WILTON wrote:

Re: [MBZ] W123 parts

State Farm may be selling all BUT the aforementioned parts -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 24, 2014, at 9:31, Meade Dillon wrote: > > So you may be selling the afore mentioned parts? > > Max Dillon, > Charleston SC

Re: [MBZ] 211 to buy?

I understand the service techs see the v6 models more, and that they are runflat/def models... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 24, 2014, at 13:59, ned kleinhenz via Mercedes > wrote: > > In my search, last year, for a CDI, I found mostly

Re: [MBZ] W123 parts

e grilles IIRC and a bunch of palomino > door and rear wagon panels > > >> On Wed, Jul 23, 2014 at 5:48 PM, John Reames via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Any ideas what I'd be looking at in parts-- >> 123.133, hood, grille, driver fender, metal behind

[MBZ] W123 parts

Any ideas what I'd be looking at in parts-- 123.133, hood, grille, driver fender, metal behind grille, drivers lamps, condenser, radiator, etc. Strangely enough I have a oil cooler. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905

Re: [MBZ] W123 front speakers

The originals are easy to get at... Remove the single screw from the grille and contort it out... They originals sit in the opening... Special clip-in IIRC. A 4" aftermarket can probably fit in there if you cut off the mounting ears (save 1) and make sure it does not have a protrusion (such as

Re: [MBZ] Welding again

Why not just straight pipe the front? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 21, 2014, at 13:06, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > At this point its a game to see how long I can keep it going... > > Curt > > >

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

mart cars pass me when I was driving 75 on the interstate - can't be > that bad a highway car --- > > > On Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 3:32 PM, John Reames via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> They don't seem to have the B-EV's here. >>

Re: [MBZ] OT - tile floors

How about using the compound under some 1/2" wonderboard? -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 19, 2014, at 13:36, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > > We are trying to prepare the 250 sq. ft. concrete floor of what was once an > auto shop (that repai

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

.. a charger on each end means lots > of flexibility and no range concerns. > > Jaime > > > >> On Sat, Jul 19, 2014 at 9:58 AM, John Reames via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Fuel mileage with the -ed (electric drive) is non-existent. (And they have a >> cha

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

longer than 4 hours, see your dealer. > > --R > > >> On 7/19/14 9:02 AM, John Reames via Mercedes wrote: >> My usual commute is to the train station; one of the 210.025's has BAD rust >> issues. >> >> Gonna go get SMART-ed ;) >> >> Any

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

-- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 19, 2014, at 10:28, Rich Thomas > wrote: > > Nothing about ED is SMART! There are medications that can help. But if your > commute lasts longer than 4 hours, see your dealer.

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

e worth while to wait! >> >> Jaime >> >> >> On Saturday, July 19, 2014, John Reames via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >>> My usual commute is to the train station; one of the 210.025's has BAD >>> rust issues. >>> >>>

Re: [MBZ] OT Senior Traffic Stop

Well that's one way to clean my screen! :) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 19, 2014, at 8:28, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > A little humor for your Saturday morning... > > Max Dillon, > Charleston SC > -- next part -

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

I suspect an old (240dl) Swedish brick has better aerodynamics (or at least a lower Cd... My usual commute to the train station is about 10-12 miles... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 19, 2014, at 9:21, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: >

Re: [MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

hing that WOULD be nice is a 6kW charger instead of a 3kW one. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 19, 2014, at 9:08, Meade Dillon wrote: > > Used or new? > > Max Dillon, > Charleston SC >> On Jul 19, 2014 9:02 AM, "

[MBZ] Branching out in the MB family

My usual commute is to the train station; one of the 210.025's has BAD rust issues. Gonna go get SMART-ed ;) Any thoughts? -j. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archive

Re: [MBZ] OT: Anyone for Dropbox?

You should probably use a non-transmitting NIC or a unidirectional ethernet cable ;) -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 18, 2014, at 13:15, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > HA! > > When I worked for the fire alarm company I was just

Re: [MBZ] W123 diesel injector return hose

I got it at a lawnmower supply store because the stealer couldn't get me any on a Saturday and I could smell diesel fuel inside the car... You can get it from any small engine shop or online too... I used the yellow variety. You can prob get it on amazon for less than $50 for 50ft roll... --

Re: [MBZ] W123 diesel injector return hose

I used Tygon as an experiment last time I changed them... -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 > On Jul 18, 2014, at 17:45, Mountain Man via Mercedes > wrote: > > Dealer wants 28 for meter. > Is that the best? > i.e. not china, and good quality? > Has

Re: [MBZ] Of batteries and clocks

That is the sort that I typeth of. -- John W Reames jream...@verizon.net Home: +14106646986 Mobile: +14437915905 On Jul 13, 2014, at 19:13, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: >> I don't recall having to disassemble the clock, that is, remove the hands. > > I suppose it depends on the clock. I on

Re: [MBZ] Of batteries and clocks

Yeah, the hand repaint is a good idea... What vendor paint did you use? I expect that you'd sort of mask the plastic head to keep it clean? Soldering isn't any issue, as I've a 7w iron and hands (just barely) steady enough to use it for some SMD work... but keep that RoHS "solder" (crap) away

[MBZ] Of batteries and clocks

I finally had the battery in the 85 300d die ... It was reading 12.79 volts and I would just get a "click" (with all lights shutting off). I don't think that I can legitimately complain about it; it had the blessed star on it (less expensive than interstate or snears), and I saw "20 Jan 2007" i