Re: [MBZ] OT, fluid in a TV?

2007-11-28 Thread John Robbins
Alex Chamberlain wrote: > 720p != "good" with a screen that big. The pixels are going to be the > size of your thumbnail. Would drive me nuts, but maybe I'm too fussy. I guess it depends on how close you sit? Maybe it doesn't bother me as much... what *does* bother me is how almost all HDTVs'

[MBZ] Swaying W124 rear end

2007-11-28 Thread John Robbins
On my '92 2.5T the rear end sways noticeably (requires a steering correction) on hard acceleration when shifting. If the road is wet and a tire loses traction that experience is *very* exciting (on my '79 SD and pickup it has never been anywhere near that squirrelly). Also, if I go around a c

Re: [MBZ] OT, fluid in a TV?

2007-11-28 Thread John Robbins
Redghost wrote: > That gets really pricey though. A good projector is $3k and a screen > another $1k Wow!! A friend just bought a 720p projector for $1000 with a $200 rebate ($800 AR), and he bought a 100" screen (gray, gain of 1.5 I think) for $200. The setup was good enough for me! I'm a

Re: [MBZ] w116 300sd bundt wheel part number

2007-11-28 Thread John Robbins
Christopher McCann wrote: > It's a 116, so how can the part number be a 126? Does that mean that > the wheel I have is off a 108? (I realize I may be asking stupid > questions here). The 116 PN is probably been replaced/updated with the 126 PN. Happens all the time. Why do you want the PN anyway

Re: [MBZ] OT, fluid in a TV?

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Alex Chamberlain wrote: > A projector is a great idea as long as you budget for a replacement > bulb at $300+ every year, more often if you have kids or other family > members who leave the TV on all day. Very true! I wouldn't have to worry about bulb replacement that often as my primary TV us

Re: [MBZ] OT, fluid in a TV?

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > Im probably going to be looking for somthing in the 60" or so range since > that is what my old TV is. If it is in a dark(ish) room get a projector. Then you get a 100" screen. :) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts s

Re: [MBZ] VW TDi question

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Glenn Brown wrote: > A brother sent me the following query regarding his VW TDi: > I had my VW Beetle TDi serviced at 105,000 miles. The fuel filter was > replaced ($90.14) as well as the mass air flow sensor ($358.08). The service > advisor also recommended replacing the exhaust manifold which is

Re: [MBZ] VW TDi question

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Zeitgeist wrote: > You must be referring to the VAG-COM software. I don't think it's > quite that much, but maybe so. Yep! Couldn't remember the name... ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] OT, fluid in a TV?

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Just some places to look around for deals on new TVs... http://slickdeals.net/ http://dealnews.com/ http://www.fatwallet.com/c/18/ For a data point, it seems that 42" 1080P TVs are going for ~1000 pretty regularly. Lots of other good stuff there as well :) John __

Re: [MBZ] VW TDi question

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Zeitgeist wrote: > I believe the computer requires more trickery in order to disable the > EGR. IIRC, the computer throws a fault code and goes into limp mode > if it detects that the EGR is no longer functioning. I'm sure some of > the 'puter wizzes over at the TDI Club have figured out a way ar

Re: [MBZ] VW TDi question

2007-11-27 Thread John Robbins
Glenn Brown wrote: > A brother sent me the following query regarding his VW TDi: > I had my VW Beetle TDi serviced at 105,000 miles. The fuel filter was > replaced ($90.14) as well as the mass air flow sensor ($358.08). The service > advisor also recommended replacing the exhaust manifold which is

Re: [MBZ] best drainage strategy

2007-11-25 Thread John Robbins
Zoltan Finks wrote: > I am about to change the oil in the 190D. The engine has not been > started for several days. In terms of getting the maximum oil drained, > am I better off starting the engine and letting it warm, (as > conventional wisdom dictates), or am I better off just pulling the > plug

Re: [MBZ] Super turbo goes and then does not go

2007-11-24 Thread John Robbins
Hendrik & Fay wrote: > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ORzGa34bvY&feature=related > Now that is a turbo Supposedly the block, etc is still fine... it was a fire caused by a blown transmission line. IIRC... John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see o

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-19 Thread John Robbins
ANGELO GIAIMO wrote: > Dangerous? How about the folks using PROPANE in their AC system? Won't > that cause a nasty fire in the right crash? There really needs to be a Mythbusters episode on this the debate *never* ends. John ___ http://www.okiebenz.co

Re: [MBZ] google can't find this address

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
Gary Hurst wrote: > i once had a guy place a large overnight order going to a trailer park. > when i emailed him about this, he explained that he needed it for his retail > auto parts store. now we know we are dealing with nonsense, but we finish > by asking him if it is being sent to the "store"

Re: [MBZ] Thermostat Change 190D and Search Engine in Archives

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
Zoltan Finks wrote: > I was wanting to lean on the intelligence of the list. That's why I > asked about any pitfalls, like the whole air getting trapped thing. > Looks like the repair advice is not to think that much and just start > buying and wrenching. Basically... just make sure to watch the

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
dave walton wrote: > Technically, the scenic mist seen in the mountains early in the morning is > smog. Now thats a neat fact! :) John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAI

Re: [MBZ] speedo gear in tranny

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
Christopher McCann wrote: > OK, so if I did put 15" wheels on my SD and used the "regular" tires > for that wheel, what do I have to do to adjust the speedo cable to > make things (speedometer, odo, trip) accurate? Nothing! :) If you use the MB recommended tire size for those rims, everything s

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
LarryT wrote: > And while trees also contribute to CO2 levels, perhaps we should make them > do something different. Given the CO2 problems, I wonder why the UN is > pushing a Billion Tree program? Would seem to be counterproductive. Trees remove CO2...

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
Loren Faeth wrote: > I'm guessing the patent on 134 runs out about then. > > The deal about R-12 was that Dupont could no longer control the world > supply, and therefore prices for R-12, so we had to figure out a way > to get rid of it. Dupont owns the 134 patent. Here we go again. Nope. Pa

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

2007-11-16 Thread John Robbins
Robert Rentfro wrote: > Hope it turns out to be cheap, long lasting and leak free. I don't think you will be able to convert an R134 system to this new refrigerant. I think it uses significantly higher operating pressures. Its been a while since I've read up on it, but I know there was some

Re: [MBZ] Thermostat Change 190D and Search Engine in Archives

2007-11-15 Thread John Robbins
Zoltan Finks wrote: > And also: the AutoZone website lists the thermostat original equipment > as being 180 degree, and they also sell a 185 degree one. Seems they > may have Celcius and Farenheit mixed up? RE the temperature of the thermostat... call Rusty, ask for a thermostat, use the one he

[MBZ] Some numbers on how much energy to make a new car

2007-11-15 Thread John Robbins
Ignore for a moment the CO2 == global warming that the article implies (since I know that will spawn a 200 email debate), and just look at the amount of CO2 and electrical energy required to make a car. Those of you with free time that like to play with numbers can quantify the debate of maint

Re: [MBZ] Cheap Rodbender

2007-11-15 Thread John Robbins
LarryT wrote: > The seller wrote << an oil pressure failure>>> > > Well, Heoo? Maybe that's because there's a Oil Pressure *gauge* > in the dash?? Duh!? You can have both!!! Not everyone has trained themselves to have a 30 second gauge check reflex and what about that one t

Re: [MBZ] 126 Gasser

2007-11-14 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > Hell, she has a 140 to drive. She doenst seem to like 126's. At least she knows what the exclamation mark means now! ;) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For us

Re: [MBZ] 14" wheel options - 300SD...any?

2007-11-14 Thread John Robbins
Christopher McCann wrote: > Do I have anything to chose from other than my bundts? I don't want > to change the size because it will throw off my speedo, odo, trip > meter, etc...and I don't want to fiddle with anything to make them > read correctly with 15" rims. If you get a lower profile tire y

Re: [MBZ] Ot : Tires

2007-11-13 Thread John Robbins
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > I just had a blow out on my rear tire of a 2004 Nissan Pathfinder. It has > the original tires with 45,000 miles. There is still a lot of tread left. > Should > I just replace the one tire? The original size is 245/65-17 How much bigger > or smaller can I go? I see

Re: [MBZ] famous dave's bbq (plus a little college football)

2007-11-13 Thread John Robbins
tom savage wrote: > I don't know what an Egg Bowl is, but I support anything that > involves beating Ole Miss. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Egg_Bowl John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo IP

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > Any of them I have seen for sale is the 2 led deal. Rusty has those... PN: 617-589-08-21-00 IIRC it was close to $300. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo IP

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > Whats the other one with the engine running? I have not looked at/paid > attention to the tools used on the 60x engines too much. There is a little tong on a flywheel internal to the IP. There is a little port on the side of the IP and when the tong is in the c

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo IP

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > I need to get one badly, as many of these thigns as I work on, I do for > sure. You can get the RIV tool from Rusty (the one where you time it with the engine off). It was less than $300 I think. It is really expensive for what it is though... John

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo IP

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Luther wrote: > Was a one time/used sale from a list member. Included the other > tools needed to do the OM60x head R&R. Oh well... How many other tools did you need to do the head job? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: ht

Re: [MBZ] famous dave's bbq (plus a little college football)

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Donald Snook wrote: > I didn't realize you lived in Starkville. I guess that makes sense > since your email address says Miss State. They had a great game > against Alabama. My father was an adjunct professor for Ole Miss > and my brother graduated from their. > > I am a Missouri Tiger fan

Re: [MBZ] 2.5 turbo IP

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Luther wrote: > My source is sealed, but it was a great deal. Is it the fully electronic dynamic (with engine running) tester? Does your source have any more? John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.co

Re: [MBZ] famous dave's bbq

2007-11-12 Thread John Robbins
Tom Hargrave wrote: > If you live in an area with a good franchise, a Domino's pizza is > still a good pizza. They never claimed to be the best & never will > but the good franchises produce a consistent quality product. The local one in Starkville does pretty good. Being a college town they ma

Re: [MBZ] John Robbins no longer owns the fastest 2.5 turbo I have seen

2007-11-11 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > At the IowaQ, I noticed that John Robbins 2.5 was quicker than any other > 2.5 I have driven. Well, after getting the rebuilt IP back in my 92, I > can say mine is faster than his, or so it seems. Drat! I still think there is room to go on mine... At a mi

Re: [MBZ] Diesel/gas prices

2007-11-11 Thread John Robbins
LarryT wrote: > What am I missing? Taxes (see Europe) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] Diesels Vs Hybrids

2007-11-08 Thread John Robbins
Allan Streib wrote: > "Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes: > >> Logic won the bag issue but I'm afrait it won't with hybrid >> vehicles. > > Not everywhere. The local "organic" grocery does NOT use plastic > bags. They encourage bringing your own shopping bags, otherwise you > get paper b

Re: [MBZ] doing your part

2007-11-08 Thread John Robbins
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Very much like those who gladly pay a premium price for Biodiesel. How is buying biodiesel similar to ignoring the extra environmental cost of batteries?? Is there some extra environmental cost of biodiesel? John ___ http://www.ok

Re: [MBZ] OBD Codes

2007-11-06 Thread John Robbins
Rich Thomas wrote: > Drove by a Meineke muffler shop a little while ago, and their sign said > "Check Engine Light On? Free Check" IIRC, most Autozone stores do this as well. John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://w

Re: [MBZ] 603 engine wanted

2007-11-06 Thread John Robbins
Rick Knoble wrote: >> There's a fellow down the road a piece who is needing an engine for >> his 350. His wife let it run out of water. > I believe that would be a "Rod-Bender". The place to look for an > engine is at the dealership. :( Someone on MercedesShop put a normal 3.0L OM603 in place of

Re: [MBZ] W123 in Botswana

2007-11-06 Thread John Robbins
Jeff Zedic wrote: > The crazy adventures would be much better if they weren't, like so many > other shows, so highly choreographed. No argument there... if they don't go too over the top its still funny sometimes :) John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] W123 in Botswana

2007-11-06 Thread John Robbins
Jeff Zedic wrote: > I think it can be annoying in several ways. One, as in the episode last > Sunday here on BBC2, it was a show about them, not really about cars. So all car shows are forced to be serious and only talk about the specifications/handling/reliability/etc of cars? Personally, I l

Re: [MBZ] Am I seeing TVs in front seats of cars?

2007-11-01 Thread John Robbins
Curt Raymond wrote: > I'm with the older crowd on this one. They can stare out the window, > or read or god forbid parents could actually talk to their children > but no stinkin tv. > > Okay maybe on a long highway trip its acceptable but if you're just > going to the market? These same parents wi

Re: [MBZ] Am I seeing TVs in front seats of cars?

2007-11-01 Thread John Robbins
Alex Chamberlain wrote: > I think TV screens in the back seat to pacify the rug-rats as a > substitute for effective parenting are lame too, but that's another > topic. WTF? So they're supposed to sit and stare the entire trip? Personally, I would read, but its nice to have a variety of optio

Re: [MBZ] Craig McCluskey's IowaQ pics online

2007-10-28 Thread John Robbins
Craig McCluskey wrote: > On Sat, 27 Oct 2007 10:09:19 -0500 "Wonko the Sane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > wrote: > >> http://don.homelinux.net/~don/iowaq/ > > 05. John Robbins' friend (?) or brother (?), ?, Luther, Kaleb > (in front of peop

[MBZ] Really nice '67 200D

2007-10-25 Thread John Robbins
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=150170762381 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: h

Re: [MBZ] Improving 124 Evaporators

2007-10-24 Thread John Robbins
ned kleinhenz wrote: > Recently, someone on this list commented that 124 evaporators fail > because of corrosion. The corrosion is caused by the crap that decays > inside the heater core/evaporator/blower box It's a box that you > can't see, get at, or do anything to without removing the dash and/o

Re: [MBZ] Plastic Key Tops...Rusty

2007-10-24 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > Try having 50 cars. You just take the bucket of keys out and try them till > you get a hit. You know, they make these things called key tags. ;) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.

Re: [MBZ] Plastic Key Tops...Rusty

2007-10-24 Thread John Robbins
Curt Raymond wrote: > Que? None of my keys have any raised red dot. Maybe if you had 2 > 190Ds you'd want something like that to keep the keys apart. My dad > used to drill holes in keys to be able to tell them apart. My 87 300TD has a red dot... its the factory original key. I don't think the

Re: [MBZ] Taking over the world is next

2007-10-23 Thread John Robbins
Mitch Haley wrote: > Didn't VW used to own Porsche? Thats what I thought... guess they want to show them how things are supposed to be done? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

[MBZ] Goodwill 93 2.5T for sale in Tampa

2007-10-22 Thread John Robbins
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Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.

2007-10-19 Thread John Robbins
Tom Hargrave wrote: > No-one said that old Mercedes were cheap... I know... I'm just going through that whole 'bring the car up to par' on two cars. The 92 300D hasn't needed all that much, but the 87 300TD has sure needed a lot. Still haven't installed much of it though. :( John

Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.

2007-10-19 Thread John Robbins
archer wrote: > Not long ago I ordered a few "Red Head" trim fasteners which Rusty put in an > envelope and mailed. The ten dollar shipping/handling fee was more than the > cost of the parts. If the parts had to be boxed and shipped via UPS the ten > dollar fee might be understandable, but $10

Re: [MBZ] I know Glenn, he used to buy from us.

2007-10-19 Thread John Robbins
Harry Watkins wrote: > I recently voted with my left hand to the wallet. I've been voting like that a lot lately as well... John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTEC

Re: [MBZ] 94 E420

2007-10-18 Thread John Robbins
wilton strickland wrote: > Is the 94 E420 a 124? Yep ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/ma

[MBZ] MB storefront...

2007-10-17 Thread John Robbins
http://jalopnik.com/cars/novelties/the-argentinean-mercedes-240-of-produce-311852.php ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery opti

Re: [MBZ] OT - another Mercedes record -

2007-10-16 Thread John Robbins
OK Don wrote: > http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/0,1518,511752,00.html WTF kind of fire prevention system requires a tornado?!??! Very very cool though :) John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbp

Re: [MBZ] maybe I should have bought this white in Iowa

2007-10-15 Thread John Robbins
Robert Rentfro wrote: > In AZ 28 yrs...periodically misses Midwest I'm sure Don wouldn't mind sending you the weather forecast for a random day in January. ;) John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

[MBZ] Alignment after replacing center tie-rod?

2007-10-15 Thread John Robbins
Do you have to re-align the car when replacing the center tie-rod? Seeing as it is a fixed length I wouldn't imagine so, but figured I would check. Thanks! John 92 300D 2.5T ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buy

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent SRS Light

2007-10-15 Thread John Robbins
Tom Hargrave wrote: > I agree with Don but I'm closer to you than he is. > Original Message From: Wonko the Sane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Car is toast. Head back to Iowa and I'll give you $500 for it, plus > title to the Quantum (your ride home). Sorry guys, it will take more than a l

Re: [MBZ] Intermittent SRS Light

2007-10-15 Thread John Robbins
Peter Frederick wrote: > Contacts in the steering wheel. Usually only happens in the straight > ahead position, goes away off center. Clean them, you may need to > replace the carbon contact or the slip ring. Thanks for the info! Sounds just like my problem. Will have to put that off till I g

Re: [MBZ] IowaQ update!

2007-10-15 Thread John Robbins
Wonko the Sane wrote: > Craig is still in Jefferson. While you young guys beat feet to get home, > Craig and wife stuck around to "smell the roses" in my small town. I wouldn't mind taking my time to go places, but I just started full time in June... so I have no vacation time! ___

[MBZ] Intermittent SRS Light

2007-10-14 Thread John Robbins
So on the way back from the IowaQ the SRS light blinks on for about 10 seconds at random. Only did it about a dozen or so times on the entire trip Is there anything common to check? Grounds, connectors, etc? Car is a '92 300D 2.5T John ___ http://www.

Re: [MBZ] IowaQ update!

2007-10-14 Thread John Robbins
Wonko the Sane wrote: > We had fun. No one got wasted and made a fool of him/herself, there was > plenty of food (my frig is bursting at the seams with leftovers), and I got > to drive Tommy's 1998 S420. I need one -- would look good in my garage. I am > in LOVE. That car was awesome!! Fortunate

Re: [MBZ] Anybody need any parts at the IowaQ?/

2007-10-11 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > Anybody going to the IowaQ need any parts? Let me know and I can bring > them. Will need to know soon, dont have much time to gather them up. Power steering pump (attempt #2). John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see of

Re: [MBZ] Success!

2007-10-10 Thread John Robbins
Craig McCluskey wrote: > Finally setting the wheel bearing clearance ... Congrats! > Url : > http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20071008/64ba6dd1/attachment.jpg > Thank you for posting that picture! I've always wondered the exact way to set up the dial gauge for

[MBZ] I like my older cars just fine (tinfoil hat time)

2007-10-09 Thread John Robbins
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/techinnovations/2007-10-09-pursuits_N.htm ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] ban cell phones while driving

2007-10-06 Thread John Robbins
Tom Hargrave wrote: > And by the way, talking on the cell phone is no more a distraction than > talking to someone in the car, which we all do all the time. The > distraction comes when answering or placing a call. And to head off the "its more distracting than someone in the car because the per

Re: [MBZ] axle needed 79 300TD

2007-10-05 Thread John Robbins
Rusty Cullens wrote: > Yes, yes, yes. Good deal! They have a good warranty? John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Jargon: Request for clarification/translation

2007-10-03 Thread John Robbins
R A Bennell wrote: > Well, don't believe everything you read on Wikipedia either. This is true, but probably has a higher signal to noise ratio than doing the same search on Google. ;) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http:

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Jargon: Request for clarification/translation

2007-10-03 Thread John Robbins
R A Bennell wrote: > So fill us in. What is the origin of the word?? > Search for it on Wikipedia. Has a pretty good article about it there. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Jargon: Request for clarification/translation

2007-10-02 Thread John Robbins
Jim Cathey wrote: >> SWMBO = she who must be obeyed, probbably taken from the original Star >> Trek >> series > > Rumpole of the Bailey, IIRC. Wikipedia mostly agrees http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rumpole_of_the_Bailey http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/She_%28novel%29 _

Re: [MBZ] IowaQ reminder

2007-10-01 Thread John Robbins
Wonko the Sane wrote: > 13 days and counting. > > We have enough RSVPs to constitute a quorum but "I will be there" is always > appreciated in doing the food count. Since you're not into the published RSVP thing, how many people are planning on showing up? Curious minds want to know ;) John (

[MBZ] Another parts yard going out of business

2007-09-30 Thread John Robbins
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Re: [MBZ] Nomination for eBay's idiot of the week

2007-09-25 Thread John Robbins
V Layton wrote: >well I couldn't proofread it even one more time without my eyes crossing This might have something to do with the all caps thing. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

[MBZ] PS fluid question

2007-09-21 Thread John Robbins
Is Mobil 1 ATF acceptable in the newer (ie, 92 300D) PS pumps? I've always used Mobil 1 ATF... but I've heard some people say that only power steering fluid should be used. Thanks! John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: ht

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5 Exhaust

2007-09-20 Thread John Robbins
Robert & Tara Ludwick wrote: > I don't know about ceramic in there, but given what a pain it would be > to try and weld that thin old flex, and that it wouldn't likely last > more than a week, I broke down and bought the new pipe section when > faced with that problem. Aren't you able to get a

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5 Exhaust

2007-09-20 Thread John Robbins
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Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5 Exhaust

2007-09-20 Thread John Robbins
John Robbins wrote: > The car has developed an exhaust leak > Lets try again (somehow managed to mash a keyboard shortcut) The car has developed an exhaust leak on the flex pipe... Since I don't have a welder, and don't want to replace the whole thing took it to a

[MBZ] 300D 2.5 Exhaust

2007-09-20 Thread John Robbins
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Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors(was Re:1985300SDNastyEngineVibration)

2007-09-18 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: > I tried unloosening each injector pipe and each one makes it run weirder but > don't know what is up. What matters is that they all make it run weirder in the same way. If one changes the idle less than the others is when you have an injection/compression/etc problem.

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

2007-09-18 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: >> A possibility is the rack damper bolt on the back of the IP, but, if it >> was mis-adjusted or worn out, I think you would see the engine visibly >> rock (its been like that when I've adjusted mine). > > visibly rock??? How much ?? A lot. Like ~2" side to side. When I

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

2007-09-17 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: > Runs rough at idle extra noticeable when cold. Seems to be happier above > 1100 RPM or so This RPM is a bit higher when cold. It is better after I get > it on the 'Freeway' it gets up to operating temperature. The idle speed > could be a tad lower that I remember but it

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Replacing Injectors (was Re:1985300SD NastyEngineVibration)

2007-09-17 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: > I replaced the injectors Saturday morning, to make a long story short it may > have changed my perception of the behavior but it did not fix it. Could you refresh us on the details of the original problem? John ___ http://www.okiebe

Re: [MBZ] Transmission toasted: jackleg mechanics

2007-09-15 Thread John Robbins
Redghost wrote: > I would think it best to learn a trade so that you could get out of > college with the least debt needed. It may take a bit longer to get > out, but you will have matured immensely by the time you are handed > that sheepskin. It is also a great back up incase you get out w

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5600 Watt Diesel Generator in Northern Catalog

2007-09-15 Thread John Robbins
Curt Raymond wrote: > We use ~300KW/month during the height of summer. I guess you don't have A/C? I used almost 2400kWH last month. Thats the highest I've ever used though... It should go down when the central is working and I'm not using a 20+ year old wall unit (huge wall unit, cools the w

Re: [MBZ] Gas W140? Was - rod bender

2007-09-14 Thread John Robbins
Tom Hargrave wrote: > Also, auto tranny fluid does not absorb water like brake fluid and it > does not wear out. Last I checked you could overheat it. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used par

Re: [MBZ] OT: 5600 Watt Diesel Generator in Northern Catalog

2007-09-14 Thread John Robbins
Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: > so this 6k diesel unit, will that power a house? What size is needed to > power a house and run just about everything. At least be able to run the > basics anyway. It depends. How big is your A/C? Do you have electric heat/heat pump/gas furnace? Etc... Joh

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread John Robbins
billr wrote: > That is not too bad. I was thinking I had been seeing them for > $2,800. I just hope Jax is as reasonable as N. Alabama [that is where > you are, right?] Rusty sells them too. I think they cost around $1700... could then get your indy to install it (if his rebuild option is too mu

Re: [MBZ] Strange stub axle problem

2007-09-13 Thread John Robbins
archer wrote: > When I greased the front wheel bearings on the '83 300D the new bearing > would not go on. There was a ridge next to where the bearing inner race > seated. I sanded the ridge as much as I dared with emery cloth but the new > bearing would still not go and I didn't want to try a

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Injectors

2007-09-13 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: >> I received the Injectors today (Thanks Rusty!). I have Modified a >> 12Pt 17MM Box end Wrench to handle the Injector lines on top of the >> IP Pump and am good to go. However, I have never done a 'Diesel >> Purge on the thing since I've had it. I purchased 2 cans of the >

Re: [MBZ] my $78 pawn shop kirby throws fire but keeps on vacuuming

2007-09-13 Thread John Robbins
Curt Raymond wrote: > You'll never be truely impressed with a vac until you have central > vac... Our house has it and the first time it grabbed one of those > plastic grocery bags I thought "oh crap!" The pipe from the wall port > to the vac itself is about 30' long and snakes around my basement >

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Injectors (crowfoot wrenches)

2007-09-12 Thread John Robbins
OK Don wrote: > The 2 60x engines I've worked on have enough room to use standard > open end wrenches. I've never had a problem doing that on my 617s... ?? John ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ Fo

Re: [MBZ] Tool Cart

2007-09-12 Thread John Robbins
Robert & Tara Ludwick wrote: > Those things are sweet! Napa had one on display a few months back , and > for a few bucks less than that if I remember , but I just looked online > and they're up to $389 now That looks like the exact same cart too! :) I wonder if I can get the local NAPA to p

Re: [MBZ] Tool Cart

2007-09-12 Thread John Robbins
Mitch Haley wrote: > Doesn't look bad for the price. The question is whether you want a > tool cart or a roller cabinet, you should be able to find a decent > Craftsman 26" roller cab at Sears for about that much. Either way, if > there are stairs between the driveway and your storage place you > w

[MBZ] Tool Cart

2007-09-12 Thread John Robbins
What do you guys think of this tool cart? http://www.thetoolwarehouse.net/shop/SUN-8013ABLDLX.html Anybody have any other recommendations? Does the brand typically make POS stuff? etc.. I need something that I can store in my house (neatly in a corner somewhere) and then be able to roll it ou

Re: [MBZ] Replacing Injectors (was Re: 1985 300SD NastyEngineVibration)

2007-09-12 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: > Can I get them off the IP with a flair nut wrench, or am I gonna need to het > the fancy Hazzet of set crow foot tool ? I can get all of them off with a normal wrench... but a crow foot would certainly make things easier. :) John ___

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

2007-09-11 Thread John Robbins
George Larribeau wrote: > "Diesel Purge delivered full strength " > > What is the best technique for this? > > Fill secondary filter and start ?? Fill a jar or similar container with the diesel purge (something you can see into), disconnect the supply and return fuel lines from the tank, and p

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

2007-09-11 Thread John Robbins
R A Bennell wrote: > Seriously, though, it is at least interesting to know how it is done. > I have not looked around here to see who might do this sort of thing. > What sort of pressure is required to test these things? One would > think that hydraulic hoses and fittings might be sufficiently stro

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