Re: [MBZ] A puzzler worthy of CarTalk

2008-02-27 Thread Kevin Slater
on it. ...Kevin On Wed, Feb 27, 2008 at 1:28 AM, Jim Cathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Rod broke off at big end, so no block hole? Heinous blowby on a 617 causes the engine to shut off. (Back-pressuring the vacuum shutoff diaphragm, if I recall.) -- Jim

Re: [MBZ] What to do with broken CF lamps

2008-02-27 Thread Kevin Slater
Has anyone noticed that the bulbs are manufactured in China (as is so much stuff these days)? Hey, you don't suppose that since we're enemies (on one level or another) they're sending over as much poison as they can in whatever they're sending over anyway? ...Kevin

Re: [MBZ] OT: Our Political System

2008-02-26 Thread Kevin
On Tue, Feb 26, 2008 at 06:26:32PM -0500, Jeff Zedic wrote: We can also impeach our leaders. Ok, but didn't they impeach Clinton? Andrew Jackson? Thomas Jefferson? Nixon?? It seems pretty toothless and as Pete said, it takes a long time and a lot of resources.. Clinton and Andrew

[MBZ] Did a rear end collision kill a 240D motor?

2008-02-26 Thread Kevin Slater
just lost all power and stopped. I only tried to crank it briefly and it was turning over pretty slowly. I was driving in a snow storm and I have to claim complete idiocy because during that last mile I don't think I glanced at the oil pressure once. ...Kevin 1979 240D RIP? 1987 300TD

Re: [MBZ] Did a rear end collision kill a 240D motor?

2008-02-26 Thread Kevin Slater
Kaleb, I hadn't thought about the exhaust moving around. That might explain why the rapping got louder - maybe the pipe near the header ruptured and then I'm able to hear the noise from the engine more than before. On Tue, Feb 26, 2008 at 8:27 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The

[MBZ] A puzzler worthy of CarTalk

2008-02-26 Thread Kevin Slater
So here is what we have for the puzzler. 1979 240D with at least 165,000 miles on it. Loud rapping / tapping noise from the engine, sounding like it's coming from only 1 of the 4 cylinders. Engine output power about normal even with the noise. Valves recently adjusted and then re-adjusted. Oil was

Re: [MBZ] 84 126 diesel mileage

2008-02-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
been since I've owned it) and has no belt, so factor that in. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] blah blah blah

2008-02-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
was the victim of a loose oil drain plug after a dealer oil change, but unfortunately, he caught it in time to only have a rod knock and a ticking lifter afterward. Of course, they wouldn't fix it unless it was totally dead. He sure tried to kill it, but it wouldn't die! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983

Re: [MBZ] OT: Debit cards [was Re: W220 rust]

2008-02-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
your account, you'll have to pay for it. According to the report, it's just the opposite with a credit card due to the level of protection offered. Also, fringe benefits such as free or cheaper extended warranties and buyer's protection insurance only come with a credit card. Kevin

Re: [MBZ] OT: Debit cards [was Re: W220 rust]

2008-02-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
I use a credit card but pay my bill off every month. More of us should live this way. It's oh so easy to overspend and end up just paying half of it and carry it over to the next month, BT, DT! It's nice to have that credit there for an emergency too. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi

Re: [MBZ] OT going green

2008-02-22 Thread Kevin Kraly
is much easier to work on and maintain. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Portland CL: Cheap 126 SD for someone

2008-02-21 Thread Kevin Kraly
If I didn't already have a good 300SD, I would definitely consider this one since it's $100 more than I paid for mine. If he's got a receipt for the replacement tranny, that makes it even better. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-20 Thread Kevin Kraly
Regular unleaded 3.09 premium 3.29 and diesel is 3.39. That's only a few cents above what it's been here in Oregon for months now. I think we have some of the highest fuel prices in the continental U.S. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi+, Ursula, 28-30MPG Hwy at 65MPH, and a bit less

Re: [MBZ] How cheap to fix this 6.2?

2008-02-20 Thread Kevin Kraly
Man, that's something I'd be all over if it was near me! From what I've heard about these, I'd be willing to bet that it's either air leaks in the fuel system or it needs a new IP (roosamaster SP? rotary style). Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Whoa look at the price of fuel

2008-02-20 Thread Kevin Kraly
My latest acquisition is now running on 5 cylinders. 5 outta 5 ain't bad! At least it wasn't a head gasket as you had originally thought. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5 fixer on CL

2008-02-19 Thread Kevin Kraly
I said fortunately, but I really meant unfortunately I didn't have the $2K or possibly even $1800 to buy that car! I've heard so many good things about the 300D 2.5. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] old car values

2008-02-19 Thread Kevin
Try www.nada.com. On Tue, Feb 19, 2008 at 12:54:19PM -0600, Wonko the Sane wrote: Anyone know of a site that would have the value of cars (domestic) going back as far a 1977? Wife is trying to get a fair market value of a car for an elderly friend. ___

[MBZ] 300D 2.5 fixer on CL

2008-02-18 Thread Kevin Kraly
I spotted this one a few minutes ago. http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/car/578541486.html Maybe it's good that I don't have the money to throw at this one. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] 300TE

2008-02-17 Thread Kevin Kraly
since Wifey likes it too. The wagon would be the car of choice when everyone comes along. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

[MBZ] a Diesel 'Mog!

2008-02-17 Thread Kevin Kraly
No interest, affiliation, etc. http://portland.craigslist.org/clk/car/577473636.html Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

[MBZ] Ursula gets some Mobil 1 Delvac!

2008-02-16 Thread Kevin Kraly
it's cranking a half second longer or so. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] parts interchangeability 82 380SEL - 83 SD

2008-02-15 Thread Kevin Kraly
That SEL sure is a pretty car -- wish my SD had an L on it. Switch out the engine and Dieselize that SEL! Sounds fun! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] parts interchangeability 82 380SEL - 83 SD

2008-02-15 Thread Kevin Kraly
They're both W126's, so everything will line up. I have SEL seats in my SD right now. I want to find a later model SEL rear seat with headrests to put into my '83 'SD. How many miles are on your 'SD? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula PS. I would be interested in the door

Re: [MBZ] BMW 524td - buy this and sell the SD?

2008-02-15 Thread Kevin
Rusty has said before he can get parts for them, but there are better cars out there for the money that won't cause you big headaches. On Fri, Feb 15, 2008 at 10:10:12AM -0600, Loren Faeth wrote: Be prepared to pay through the nostrils for any parts needed. The good news is that IF the parts

Re: [MBZ] GM cars

2008-02-15 Thread Kevin
On Fri, Feb 15, 2008 at 07:56:49AM -0800, Jim Cathey wrote: I could I would drive a different car every month, just to be able to enjoy the little quirks about each car. I do, sort of. About a dozen that could be driven, though most not right away. Anathema to my wife, however. Not

Re: [MBZ] Saw a 1999 diesel

2008-02-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
, but it wouldn't be able to tow the boat too well (unless it was an ML320CDI(. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K+ miles, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 500K

2008-02-14 Thread Kevin Kraly
Wow! I thought that 500K was referring to the mileage on one of your cars. There aren't too many 500K's around! What size engine does it have (500 mean 5.0 liter?). Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi+, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] 87 300td wagon prices

2008-02-13 Thread Kevin
On Wed, Feb 13, 2008 at 04:08:45PM -0500, Allan Streib wrote: Zeitgeist [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Price a set of rear SLS legs, or #22 head, or evaporator RR for the S124. My '96 Passat tdi was a rock-solid reliable, economical and fun to drive car. Much cheaper to keep than my

Re: [MBZ] 87 300td wagon prices

2008-02-13 Thread Kevin
Another possibility, depending on where you live, is to get one with some rust. The rust drops the value of the car GREATLY, and if you're in an area where a rusty car won't really get worse, it's fine for a driver. My 85 190D was such a car, and was really a bargain for what it was. What got

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
leather on the door panels? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267,200 miles ___ 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

[MBZ] OT Skydiving WAS Re: OT: Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
There's more to this description, but it's banned rated. So who was your tandem instructor? :d Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

Re: [MBZ] the super nice 90 420SEL that I sold way too cheap

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin
Um, yeah. Perfect for a 16 year old that couldn't handle the sheer power of a... 420. ;) On Tue, Feb 12, 2008 at 07:57:08PM -0600, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: dont have one!! about the only thing I have that I can sell right now is a euro 500SE Rich Thomas wrote: Sell them a 240D, a bit

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
The car is just trying to keep you on your toes. If you always think it's gonna be bad and it ends up good, you'll feel that much better. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267K+ miles, Ursula PS. I'm pretty happy with my car too. SIL's been driving it lately rather than insuring her Rodeo

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
Lot of us up north forget to run our a/c regularly during the winter, me included, Running the defrost with the compressor on should do the trick. I'm sure that this is what happened to the 300SD. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http

Re: [MBZ] the super nice 90 420SEL that I sold way too cheap

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
Ah, what a bummer on the 420SEL! At least you'll get ANOTHER sale out of it. Do you have a 240D auto all shined up and ready to go? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K+ miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] I'm too old for this

2008-02-12 Thread Kevin Kraly
is very doubtful. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267K+ miles, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] MBTex/leather interiors on eBay - reputable?

2008-02-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
For $659, I'm starting to get excited, especially if an interior package is available for my W126 1983 300SD. It's got MB-Tex in there right now other than the leather seats purchased from Dennis T in WA, but I would like to put it back to original Tex. And ahh, that new car smell! Kevin

Re: [MBZ] Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash

2008-02-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
got to ride in it since it was a non-runner. He bought a Datsun B210 engine/tranny to put into it, but never installed it. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] OT: Was Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds, now Road Rash

2008-02-11 Thread Kevin Kraly
! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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/mailman

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD

2008-02-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
was going to hit something. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD

2008-02-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
It's called a 300SDL Take a look at this 1978 300SDL. http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/car/544829483.html The guy's gotta be insane pricing it at $12K though. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
a Honda Odyssey for hauling us and the doggies around as well as hauling our teammates and gear to dragon boat races. Hopefully, it would get nearly 30MPG on the highway. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-10 Thread Kevin Kraly
I still wear full riding gear even in the hottest months. Yes, Tom. You still have skin all over your body and it'll always be that way. . I've gotten many scrapes while riding bikes and skateboards in shorts and short sleeves, and that road rash was a result of going just a few MPH. Kevin

Re: [MBZ] Early 70s 200Ds, 220Ds

2008-02-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
, of course! :D). I wish I would have bought the '76 300D I found for $700 4 years ago that had some blowby, worn motor mounts and saggy seat springs, darn it! It's a $2500 car today here in bioland. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD

2008-02-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
Pure sacrilege to un-diesel a 300CD. I AGREE 10% I wouldn't have done it, but at least they used a Mercedes engine. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] Sleeper 300CD

2008-02-09 Thread Kevin Kraly
there in my 'SD for nearly 3 hours round trip today. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment, latex gloves

2008-02-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
That's just how I did it. I would leave a little extra clearance knowing that it would get tighter as the locknut was torqued down. This is why the last few went MUCH more quickly for me. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http

Re: [MBZ] Smart ForTwo

2008-02-07 Thread Kevin Kraly
but rather to stick it on the roof so all can see. Smart will sell you a dandy little roof rack system to do that too Our tandem bike is about 100 long, and it would sure look funny up there being almost as long as the Smart! hahahahahaa! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
kicking myself in the ass for not keeping the LWB. Crap!! What model LWB? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
limited experience with 107's. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Engine Swap Question

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
filter. oil-soaked Foam filters and plastic mesh screen work the best for them. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
250, which was a gray market 123 chassis. I saw a 1984 300D LWB limo on some CL site in California. They were asking $13K for it with 85K original miles on it (pretty good if it's true). Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http

[MBZ] W123 LWB's was Re: another addition

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
Here's the link to the one on cL Santa Barbara, CA. http://santabarbara.craigslist.org/car/544821763.html Is this one such car that's not actually a limo? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
for exhaust valves. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Valve adjustment

2008-02-05 Thread Kevin Kraly
are still buried somewhere deep within! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
Congratulations, Kaleb! If it's a girl, are you planning to name her Mercedes? :D Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
Now that is a fine idea. Mercedes Striplin has a ring to it don't you think? I don't think he wants to give her the middle name Benz though :D. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula who got to enjoy a nice 100 mile run today ___ http

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
I thought that new Addition was referring to another Mercedes! I guess that'd work if it was a girl...? :d Congratulations! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] OT why america is finished NOW SEARS

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
to make ends meet. There are plenty of jobs for those who WANT to work. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] HAHA, funny 210 sighting

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
Anyway, the LF tire is sitting WAY up in the wheel well. Whoops. Musta been one of those handy dandy disappearing spring perches. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] HAHA, funny 210 sighting

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
It must be signaling the opening of Spring Perch season in OK Man, that was better than mine! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] another addition

2008-02-04 Thread Kevin Kraly
Well, I had one of those new additions yesterday too. Yeah, the Euro 450SLC. How's it doing? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] 87 300D oil change

2008-02-03 Thread Kevin Kraly
Congratulations on your tremor-free oil change experience! I'm sure the 300D liked the drink too. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] 87 300D milage

2008-02-02 Thread Kevin
My wagon got that while I was driving it, and I considered it miserable mileage. The sedan would regularly clear 30, with 32 being fairly common. Best tank ever on that car was off a tank of fuel bought in flagstaff, 34 and change. And it wasn't because it had a low mile drivetrain either. I

Re: [MBZ] OT: Generator musings

2008-02-02 Thread Kevin
Heh. A friend used to work for fish and game north of oroville for a couple of years. He called this e-fishing, except they did it with waders instead of a boat. Make sure the waders don't have a leak... He said it was funny watching a guide boat (taking rookie anglers out to catch fish) when you

Re: [MBZ] OT - tools to work on a Mercedes or four

2008-01-31 Thread Kevin Kraly
cheapie would be a good investment for me. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] OT Taking a Poll on Tailgating - Not a Rant

2008-01-31 Thread Kevin Kraly
). They definitely have a different 5cyl sound from that of the 300D/SD. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Projeckt-Wagen 4 VICTORY!!!

2008-01-31 Thread Kevin Kraly
It sounds like you got a nice car for $606.84 and a little work. You are the big winner! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished (pizza, not mercedes)

2008-01-31 Thread Kevin Kraly
a place on the southern Washington coast (Long Beach) called Chico's Pizza that makes their pizzas with all fresh ingredients piled high atop a reasonably thin and crunchy crust. Now that's a pizza! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] You asked for it

2008-01-31 Thread Kevin Kraly
Given enough time, I'll pull my keys out of the ignition and show them to the indignant driver. You're dead in the water if you can't get restarted! :-) Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] why america is finished (pizza, not mercedes)

2008-01-31 Thread Kevin Kraly
, but has since become a Chico's convert. They found Chico's about 8 years ago while traveling (it was the only place open in the area at 8:00 PM). The Super Deli (combo pizza with just about every meat topping possible) is our favorite, but we like everything on our pizzas. Kevin in Hillsboro

[MBZ] OT Computers was Re: the mailman shows up this morning

2008-01-30 Thread Kevin Kraly
speaker since it uses the computer's sound card. We've come a long way indeed. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula PS. I didn't know that there were 8gb USB flash drives! I think I have a 2gb stick. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes and long term cost

2008-01-30 Thread Kevin Kraly
around the neighborhood for the past year. i'm happy that it's running around again rather than just rusting away beside the street. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300sD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] OT: Thinking of buying a truck...

2008-01-30 Thread Kevin
NPRs tend to be abused and underpowered, and they've since upped the displacement to 5.2 liters from 3.9 in the hopes of solving that. Parts availability sucks, plan on going to an isuzu dealer for everything, and paying through the nose. Supposedly, the clutch wasn't as gutless, but they're

Re: [MBZ] Contributing

2008-01-29 Thread Kevin
This reminds me of an article that appeared in a car magazine, might have even been grassroots motorsports, called triumphs and other tragedies. Quite an amusing anecdote about life with a british car, high school dates included. On Tue, Jan 29, 2008 at 04:16:18PM -0500, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:

Re: [MBZ] mercedes question for Zeitgeist

2008-01-29 Thread Kevin
The gas down, they certainly do. Probably should try to track down Dave M from idaho, I think he had to do that on the E500. On Tue, Jan 29, 2008 at 03:29:34PM -0800, Zeitgeist wrote: I don't do V8s -- they suck On Jan 29, 2008 3:25 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My 94

Re: [MBZ] Check out my bike video

2008-01-29 Thread Kevin Kraly
be reasonable. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] National Health Insurance

2008-01-28 Thread Kevin
Not really. All four of the ones in the yard are in varying states of disrepair, and even if they weren't, the stupid 8v A2 jetta I have is the current daily driver of choice, since 87 octane is WAY cheaper than diesel right now. It's not in the same class of car as your B4 passat wagon was, so

Re: [MBZ] Check out my bike video

2008-01-28 Thread Kevin Kraly
?) at that time and thinking they were expensive. There isn't anything like the sound of a well-tuned HD (or SD)!! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Check out my bike video

2008-01-28 Thread Kevin Kraly
Oops, I meant FLSTC's (I'm assuming that the ST means Softail while the HT means hardtale. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email

Re: [MBZ] No shut-off

2008-01-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
flowers ON YOUR GRAVE AND FLOUR goes in GRAVY! English is quite a fun language with many words sounding the same but with different spellings. Funny thing is that my computer's voice doesn't care, and I can't tell unless I go letter by letter!! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] bonding with the 300SD

2008-01-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
, a KEEPER! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] bonding with the 300SD

2008-01-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
is more powerful. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] bonding with the 300SD

2008-01-26 Thread Kevin Kraly
that's isn't trashed. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] First MB Diesel

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
So the Falcon is a much better use of space on the inside which makes sense. I've never really taken a good Look at one to see how much room was inside compared to most modern cars. My parents had a '60 Falcon, but that was before my time. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Suspect Dodge IP's

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
Have you driven this truck? They have plenty of power (325hp with 610Lb.Ft. of torque. You have to hitch some serious weight to them to get them to even break a sweat. $20k is 5/9K less than they're going for around here, and 40Kmi is just BEARLY broken in! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD

Re: [MBZ] Suspect Dodge IP's

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
auto tranny problems. I still dont trust a dodge tranny My new '07 has an Aisin 6spd auto that seems to find the right gear and has the right amount of power and revs to get the job done. It also has a manual shift (autostick) option so it will stay in whatever gear you select. Kevin

Re: [MBZ] No shut-off

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
You don't want to loose your break petal! or they'll be braking flower pedals over your grave! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts

[MBZ] bonding with the 300SD

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
the air filter which was a bit dirty. The oil change and valve adjustment are next. I now have a couple skinned knuckles to show for my work. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor

Re: [MBZ] 190DT

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin Kraly
Congratulations on your new purchase! I hope that you can make one great car out of both of them. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Suspect Dodge IP's

2008-01-25 Thread Kevin
That's essentially the smaller version of the truck I have - mine's a crewcab dually. That is a pretty good price, that's for sure. No real problems under the hood, other than the usual cummins propensity to crack or warp exhaust manifolds (pretty rare, but it happens), and early 05's had plastic

Re: [MBZ] First MB Diesel

2008-01-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
In the past, Ford has brought a few models over, but they have all failed in the market. Isn't the Ford Focus one such model? They must have modified/cheapened it for the North American market since it had so many problems in the beginning. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] First MB Diesel

2008-01-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
Hard to believe, but that Falcon is now our largest car. Even larger than the 300SDL? Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] WAS First MB Diesel NOW FUEL ECONOMY

2008-01-24 Thread Kevin Kraly
just right. International VT275 V6 Diesel, 230 HP, 460 lb. ft. torque. This engine beats the original 7.3l powerchoke both in HP and torque since our 1994.5 model had 210HP and 425 Lb. Ft. of torque, a powerhouse at the time. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula

Re: [MBZ] Mechanics lean - need advise

2008-01-23 Thread Kevin Kraly
didn't work. I found the GFI button on it and pushed it. I then heard the sound of a shop vac down in the garage followed by, What did you do up there because it's fixed now!! Apparently, something had tripped the GFI, and the shop vac didn't work. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi

Re: [MBZ] Rheostat Aluminum Foil Treatment

2008-01-23 Thread Kevin Kraly
hard to do it. I do dive into a lot of unfamiliar things, and can usually figure out what's going on. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used

Re: [MBZ] Dodge VIN and Lift pump

2008-01-23 Thread Kevin
Do watch for the dread '53' block with that year truck. google should give you enough info about it. and hopefully it's an inline six, unlike what autocheck returns ;) On Mon, Jan 21, 2008 at 03:37:14PM -0600, Gary Thompson wrote: Here's the meat of it. VIN: 1B7KF2361XJ570032 Year:

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL Must be really Rare

2008-01-23 Thread Kevin Kraly
'67 220 TURBO DIESEL engine? Hahahahaha! Wrong on two points! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] PHX CL Must be really Rare

2008-01-23 Thread Kevin Kraly
I thought the 115 chassis started in '68. Correctamundo! Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe

Re: [MBZ] '82 300D

2008-01-22 Thread Kevin Kraly
Wait'll they find out they just voided their warranty by running old grease from McDonald's in their new diesel Toy. They'll be McPissed and Mcscrewed. I'm sure it'd clog up the emissions filters on the new diesels too. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 266Kmi, Ursula who's had some biodiesel

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