Re: [MBZ] Parts wagon was Diagnosing 123 300TD bounciness (wagon)

r, no rust, palamino interior. Good leather drivers seat. Rear seats and third row seat is MB Tex in good condition. I also have a trailer hitch and nice crossbars on the car for sale. Make an offer. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (Two Parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon

Re: [MBZ] used speres was Diagnosing 123 300TD bounciness (wagon)

Your friend's car requires new nitrogen spheres. Marshall The spheres on my parts wagon were only used about 18 months. If interested make an offer. I also had just recently rebuilt the control valve. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon

[MBZ] Carfax anyone?

ly a US spec car for customs purposes. Can anyone help me out. VIN as follows: WDBEB93D8HF032169 Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wed Dec 13 01:45:54 2006 Received: from wx-out-0506.google.com ([66.249.82.225

Re: [MBZ] Parts wagon was Diagnosing 123 300TD bounciness (wagon)

The wagon is in the Detroit suburbs. Let's make a deal! Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon - Original Message - From: "Michael Hall" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" S

Re: [MBZ] Parts wagon was Diagnosing 123 300TD bounciness (wagon)

nately this deal for Zedic's wagon came along at the right time. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon

Re: [MBZ] Posted my wagon to eBay

Since I'm adding to my fleet again this weekend, I will probably be selling a vehicle soon. Either the CD or the '90 sedan. Both nice clean rust free cars from down south. I'm in the Detroit area. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D

Re: [MBZ] Posted my wagon to eBay

Jeff Zedic's '87 diesel wagon. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Thursday, Dece

[MBZ] New wagon

suspension jobs but provided most of the new parts. Should ride like new when I'm done. Good job for the x-mas break. Time to off load the two parts wagons! Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] New wagon

ficer said I could take the car home and come back to the border when I get the letter. I'm going to call MB on Monday. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD

Re: [MBZ] New wagon

bought from him. When he scrapped his 123 I took it off his hands as a parts car. Thats when I got to see this wagon for the first time. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD

[MBZ] 124 seat bottoms

Anybody know if seat bottoms on a 124 power seat are as easily interchanged as on 123's? My new wagon is in serious need of a rebuild. Zedic probably didn't notice it as I probably weigh 60 lbs more than he does. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90

Re: [MBZ] Salvage yards in California and Oregon

Craig, Sounds like you're trying to avoid shipping. If not I have two brand new fenders and a hood for a 123 from my abandoned wagon repair which I need to sell. I got them wholesale and just want my money back. Shipping may be expensive. I got them from a local wharehouse. Ralph W

Re: [MBZ] 124 seat bottoms

I seem to sink into the rear center of the seat. Could there be broken springs similar to what happens on 123 seats? Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD

Re: [MBZ] Holy Photos Batman!

Wow, compared to this one I got the deal of the century on Zedic's wagon. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

[MBZ] '87 300TD

these engines? Does anyone have any thoughts as to where this leak is likely coming from? Thanks in advance. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wed Dec 27 20:10:18 2006 Received: from ug-out-1

[MBZ] 124 alarm problems

he fuse box and couldn't find any mention of the alarm. Does it have it's own fuse somewhere alse? Any info would be appreciated by my neighbors. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED] S

[MBZ] 124 floor heat

#x27;ve fixed a 123 from the side panels. Is the 124 set up the same way? It's too darn cold to drive without floor heat. A hot torso and frostbit legs just doesn't get it. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300

Re: [MBZ] 124 floor heat

Is there anything tricky about removing the console and ACC cover. I just don't want to screw up the wood. I have to pull the seats to do the seat upgrade anyway so I should have great access to the console. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D

Re: [MBZ] 87 Mercedes Benz Turbo - $800

Boy it sure would be nice to have a donor car available when working on the new wagon! Kaleb, come get this thing before I do something stupid. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - Fr

Re: [MBZ] 124 floor heat

Check back early next week. I may have one if my wrecked wagon doesn't sell as a complete vehicle this weekend. The parting out process will begin. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message -

Re: [MBZ] 124 floor heat

So I'm a bit confused. How many pods control the floor heat? Is it better to just buy new or alot cheaper to rebuild? I think I'll start by pulling the radio as it's also due for replacement and see what's accessable from there. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 3

Re: [MBZ] Where to get Mobil 1 (was: Zerex G-05)

A midwest chain called Murray's carries the Turbo Diesel 5W-40. I also saw it for the first time a few weeks back at my local Auto Zone in the Detroit suburbs. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Origin

Re: [MBZ] Where to get Mobil 1 (was: Zerex G-05)

very similar to Delvac 1. No offense taken. ;>) Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Werner Fehlauer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List&quo

Re: [MBZ] Process for installing 300TD's rear suspension struts

I'm in the process of pulling a set as we speak, if anyone is interested. I've had no takers on my abandoned wagon fix so the parting out process is moving full force ahead. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon &#

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

Harry, You have dibbs. I'll pull them this weekend and make sure they are in good working order and send you a note. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Harry Watkins&

Re: [MBZ] selling my 300D

#x27;01. It would be nice to put some money in my pocket and sell the 2.5. Craigslist has served me well in the past. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Sunil Hari&quo

[MBZ] 124 rear subframe bushings

Anyone have a writeup or link on doing 124 rear subframe bushings? I saw a 201 writeup on the web but can't find it anymore. TIA, Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tue Jan 30 04:04:12 200

Re: [MBZ] Trailer Hitch

Tim, I have a light duty hitch hitch for sale. It was on my wagon which I am parting out. I can send pictures if you are interested. It mounted to the bumper and the body. Tongue weight was rated at 150lbs with a max pulling capacity of roughly 1500lbs. Ralph W. '83 300CD '8

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

Hey Harry this is about the fifth time it's come through to the list! Are you not seeing your posts? Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Harry Watkins" <[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] '81 300 CD in Jacksonville

Bill, Being an MB fan I'm surprised you would ask this. The CL class is a hardtop and they also make a convertable version. Nicest 4 person covertable out there in my opinion. Hardtops are getting harder to execute these days due to stringent roof crush requirements by the Feds. Ra

Re: [MBZ] Convertible?

I guess I stand corrected.CLK class has a convertable. If you are referring to the Bentley Continental GTC I guess I'd have to agree. Now if we are talking affordable you can pick up a nice used CLK convertible for under 20k these days. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82

Re: [MBZ] MB & Chrysler

Just wait until the Challenger comes out.. I checked it out at the Chicago Auto Show and if it looks anything like the prototype they'll have a winner on their hands I can assure you that the production version will be very true to the concept vehicle. Ralph W. Currently engineering a

[MBZ] oil leaks

Hello All, I'm trying to track down some oil leaks in my 87 300TD. This is the wagon I bought from Jeff Zedic about a year ago. I think one leak may be from the vacuum pump. Jeff had recently replaced this and perhaps the gasket was installed incorrectly. Can the vacuum pump be a significant so

Re: [MBZ] oil leaks

Hey Jeff, Nice to see you're still on the list. I hadn't seen you post in a while so I wondered if you were still around. Sounds like I have one source of leakage tracked down to the vacuum pump. I don't think that it is the major source however. I had powerwashed the engine last week and put i

Re: [MBZ] Photography, was - The death of high fidelity

Are you back in Toronto for the Holiday's or off in some other more exotic local. - Original Message - From: "Jeff Zedic" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, December 30, 2007 6:26 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] Photography, was - The death of high fidelity >I don't

Re: [MBZ] '87 300TD

Someone is obligated to check it out. Even a beaten wagon as a backup vehicle can be very handy. Quite a bit of room when the seats are folded down. This is my favorite diesel. Much nicer than the 2.5 turbo. Ralph Wasserbaech 2001 E320 AWD wagon 1990 300D 1987 300TD 1983 300CD - Original Mes

[MBZ] Head for my OM602

Hello Listers,As some of you may remember my 90' 2.5L 300D has a bad head and I need to replace it or the engine. Well I haven't given it or my cars much thought since I've been living in Mexico for the last 2 months. The car is at my Indies and fortunately he is a good guy and friend. I've occasio

Re: [MBZ] Head for my OM602

Thanks Kaleb. That confirms the same number I found on a russian website. Is this number stamped somewhere on the side of the head where it can be easily found? On Fri, Nov 28, 2008 at 8:49 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > That number does not pull up anything in the EPC. The co

Re: [MBZ] '92 4matic ??

Most of the conversations I have read concerned the 4-matic wagons. They mostly seemed to need a rebuilt around 75K miles. If the car has a rebuilt transfer case than they were fine. If it hasn't been rebuilt yet than beware. I'm pretty sure this info came from Marshall. Ralph W. On F

Re: [MBZ] '92 4matic ??

case of more > wagons > being sold with the system, so more wagons to break? > > Thanks again, > > Ed > 300E > > 2008/11/28 Ralph W <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > > Most of the conversations I have read concerned the 4-matic wagons. They > > mostly

[MBZ] 2.5DT Idle and turbo issues

nsors which activate the turbo are working. The valve which activates the flap on the turbo (wastegate?) holds vacuum and activates the flap.Any suggestions on any of these issues would be of great help. I'm hesitant of going to the expense of fixing the head gasket while the car still gets m

Re: [MBZ] 2.5DT Idle and turbo issues

a fuel issue. I guess a change is easy enough to do as I have a filter handy. Can the large filter have issues even when the clear one is clean? How does one check these transducers? Are you referring to the vacuum actuators on the Turbo or the ones near the air cleaner? Ralph W. '83 300CD

Re: [MBZ] 2.5DT Idle and turbo issues

> once its warmed up. As for checking the sensors, you will need to read > thru the 178 or so page EDS diagnostic to figure that out. Kaleb, I was hoping you'd have that all figured out by now. It has been a few days since that thread. What have you been doing? ;<>) Ralph W.

[MBZ] 300D 2.5 update and questions

hold initial pressure but slowly leak down over about a 6 second time span. Is this normal or does it need replacement. Part costs $140 so it's not a no brainer replacement. TIA Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (parts car) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon 

Re: [MBZ] In search of...G-05

Mitch, I think the last time I bought some was from Murray's in the Detroit burb's. They are a mid-west outfit. Maybe there is one near you. Ralph Wasserbaech 2001 E320 wagon 1990 300D 1987 300TD 1983 300CD 1983 300TD (parts car) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

[MBZ] '90 300D update - What to do now?

Hi All, Perhaps you remember the issues I've had with my '90 2.5L turbo (225K). I was fairly sure I had a head gasket issue but also a loud knocking noise from possibly lower in the engine. I decided to have my Indy proceed with removing the head and replacing the head gasket. Unfortunately the hea

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D update - What to do now?

On Wed, Sep 17, 2008 at 7:44 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>wrote: > I cant believe you could even find a used engine at any price. car-parts.com has some listed but most are $2k and above. I have heard that new heads are very expensive. $3k or more. If anybody comes across a cheap hea

Re: [MBZ] '90 300D update - What to do now?

On Thu, Sep 18, 2008 at 9:27 AM, Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Hey Ralph, are you here in Michigan? > All of a sudden, that 190DT with the blown B2 piston, leaky heater core, > and > cracked windshield looks like a bargain at $1025. Too bad I didn't bid on > it > last spring. > > Yes,

Re: [MBZ] mobile 1

arts and have yet to see gallon jugs of TDT. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "mercedes Mailing List" Sent: T

[MBZ] Leaky IP

wn to the top of the IP. The leak is definitely welling up from the pump and not from the threaded nut of the lines. Can someone please give me some insight in what I may find if I start dismantling things? Is there some sort of gasket which is leaking? TIA. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82

Re: [MBZ] Leaky IP

Does that mean I have to visit my favorite certified MB mechanic? Any idea where I can get the special instructions and picture of the tool? Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: &q

Re: [MBZ] Leaky IP

. The other was my wifes before I got into a front end collision with it. I'm just about done parting them both out and sending them on. One to the salvage yard and the other to a new owner with more space to store a nice rust free body. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts w

Re: [MBZ] Leaky IP

Thanks Loren! Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD

Re: [MBZ] rear suspension links

what it's called) at the wheel seemed to be the most wore out. Do the whole job and get it right. Will hopefully be the last time you have to touch it. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD

Re: [MBZ] dexron III/mercon to Mobil 1 ATF transition

ur mind if something goes array. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Christopher McCann" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2007 1:16 PM Subject: [M

[MBZ] M1 15W-50 at Costco

I know you all hate oil threads but sorry I just have to pass this on. I was at Costco today and they had M1 15W-50 on the shelf. $30 for 6 quart boxes. This was the recently re-released non-extended life stuff. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D &#x

Re: [MBZ] columbus CL 300CD

e is accurate it would be worth the garage queen treatment. I love mine but the body has been through several accidents making it unworthy of collector status. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original

[MBZ] 123 steering pump rebuild

easy to do. TIA Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sat Mar 31 17:56:51 2007 Received: from bay0-omc1-s33.bay0.hotmail.com ([65.54.246.105]) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.63)

Re: [MBZ] 123 steering pump rebuild

More out of curiousity than need, I got the pulley off my pump and dug out the seal. Rubber is hard as a rock. New seal is $3.50 from Rusty. Should be a cinch to pound back in. Probably less time consuming than finding another pump. I'll let you know if the fix fails. Ralph W. 

[MBZ] 124 blower motor - Kaleb?

t filter model. If anyone has one please let me know. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (2 parts wagons) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Fri Apr 13 02:57:45 2007 Received: from mail.atlasok.com ([70.184.24.3]) by server8.arterytc8.ne

Re: [MBZ] 124 blower motor - Kaleb?

l and have to pull the unit again in 6 months. Mercedesshop has a nice writeup on the process. Used blowers go for about $70 plus shipping on EBAY. I just figured I'd try Kaleb and the list before I go the Ebay route. New is still a bit pricey. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD

Re: [MBZ] 82 or 3 TD 3rd seat ?'s

I just sold my other parts wagon which still had the third row seat. Easy to install. I added it to the wagon when it was still running. I did not however have shoulder belts. I was able to rig up some lap belts. I can contact the new owner and see if he is willing to sell. Let me know. Ralph

Re: [MBZ] 83 TD...Tranny quit...HELP!!!!

that the torque converter has a couple of ears which engage into the tranny which sheared off. Thus the torque convert would just spin. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (parts car) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Mike Can

Re: [MBZ] Gotta brag -- Check out my $3200 '87 300TDT

ctory hitch on Ebay.de the other day for 100 Euro. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (parts car) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "John Robbins" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: W

[MBZ] FS: 123 wagon hitch

I've got a light duty hitch left from my recently parted out 123 wagon. It attachs to the bumper and body and can haul smaller trailers. If anyone is interested please e-mail me off list and I can send some pics. Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (parts car) '90 300D

[MBZ] Wanted: 124 drivers door window motor

if I need the entire assembly. Please let me know if anybody has one. Kaleb perhaps? Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (parts car) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list spon

Re: [MBZ] Wanted: 124 drivers door window motor

s $25 for some aftermarket version. Any thoughts? Ralph W. '83 300CD '82 300TD (parts car) '90 300D '01 E320 Wagon '87 300TD - Original Message - From: "Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent:

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300D Climate Control.

It's not often I can actually return a favor or two for my Indy. Ralph W. 2001 E320 wagon 1983 300CD 1990 300D 1987 300TD 1982 300TD parts wagon On Thu, Feb 19, 2009 at 8:46 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > you will need to replace the servo, I dont think anybody can tell you want > type

[MBZ] Violent shudder

Hello All, Sorry for the long absence from the list. I haven't had much time for the diesel fleet the last few years due to extended overseas work assignments. I also moved recently and had to clear out the parts cars. Things are back to normal now and I have started driving the old coupe again (

Re: [MBZ] Violent shudder

> a reasonable life if a little on the short side - did you get OE or OEM? > > -Max > > -Original Message- > From: mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com [mailto:mercedes-boun...@okiebenz.com] > On Behalf Of Ralph W > Sent: Thursday, December 09, 2010 8:07 PM > To: Merce

Re: [MBZ] value 300D

Rich, Can you get some additional details on that vehicle. I need a head or engine for my '90 300D otherwise Kaleb may be getting a good deal. Ralph W. On Fri, Mar 27, 2009 at 6:40 PM, Rich Thomas < richthomas79td...@constructivity.net> wrote: > I was at a junkyard today strippin

Re: [MBZ] value 300D

-- the only guy there half-way intelligent is "Terrance" who > seems to be overwhelmed with dealing with all the other partial wits hanging > around. > > --R > > > Ralph W wrote: > >> Rich, >> Can you get some additional details on that vehicle.

[MBZ] Electronic key story

Hello all, I thought you might be interested in hearing this story. Last weekend my wife and I are in a bar in downtown. When we leave around 1am the electronic key doesn't work (2001 E320 AWD wagon). This is now the second key which the ignition will not recognize. The first one happened around 7

[MBZ] Brake question

I've got a leaky brake caliper on my '83 coupe. The front half of the reservoir is empty. Does anyone know which two wheels this reservoir feeds. This may save me some time figuring out which caliper to rebuild. The car has been sitting for a long time while I was in Mexico and doesn't have fresh b

Re: [MBZ] Brake question

On Sun, Apr 12, 2009 at 4:01 PM, Tom Hargrave wrote: > I don't know about the newer Mercedes but the older ones were > cross-plumbed, > with the front feeding one front & the opposite read and the rear feeding > the other two. > > > The odd thing is there are only three lines coming from the mast

Re: [MBZ] Detroit today

On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 8:59 AM, Rich Thomas < richthomas79td...@constructivity.net> wrote: > You just wait -- after the Obama administration gets the car companies > building the cars America needs and when the mayor and city council members > get out of prison and can get back to governing the c

[MBZ] House cleaning - MB's FS

Hello Listers, The time as come to divest myself of some of my fleet. I need to dispose of the the '90 300D and the '87 300TD. They will probably hit Craigslist shortly but I'll share the particulars with the list first. E-mail me if you have any interest and I can provide more details and pics. Ca

Re: [MBZ] House cleaning - MB's FS

That's correct Alex and no I'm not trading it for any rodbenders! RW On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 12:31 PM, Alex Chamberlain wrote: > On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 7:57 AM, Rich Thomas > wrote: > > Is that 300D the 6cyl? There is a (built 12/90) 350SD sitting at a mech > > shop with a bad head gasket, I

Re: [MBZ] House cleaning - MB's FS

On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 1:35 PM, LarryT wrote: > Hey Ralph - > > Re the 300D - when you say "Bad head" can you be more precise? cranked? > needs guides? valves? warped? > > Is there any hope of fixing the head or is a replacement one needed? > The head has cracks and needs to be replaced. RW -

Re: [MBZ] Long trip in the 190DT

On Tue, Apr 14, 2009 at 6:03 PM, tyler wrote: > I'm going to drive the 190DT from LA to Portland (and possibly Seattle) and > back all in a weekend to attend a funeral. It should be quite a bit cheaper > than flying, especially if I can pick someone up to help pay for diesel > ($2.30/gal*2000mi/3

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5T engine for Ralph

Thanks Rich. I will have to give this some consideration. I wonder what they would charge to ship the engine to Detroit. $500? I figure with shipping and labor to install it I'm looking at $3000 to get the car on the road. Is it worth the risk. Maybe someone else wants to take this task on. It is m

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5T engine for Ralph

I've been checking car-part.com for the last 8 months. Not many out there and they are too expensive. Mostly in the same price range as the one Rich looked at. None even close to me as well. I kind of tend to agree with Kaleb and Tyler. -- Ralph Wasserbaech 2001 E320 wagon 1990 300D 1987 300TD 19

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5T engine for Ralph

ior color on your parts car? > > On Thu, Apr 16, 2009 at 6:44 PM, Ralph W wrote: > > > Thanks Rich. I will have to give this some consideration. I wonder what > > they > > would charge to ship the engine to Detroit. $500? I figure with shipping > > and > > labor

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5T engine for Ralph

On Fri, Apr 17, 2009 at 8:09 AM, Michael E. Esh wrote: > > Ralph, > Are the wagon's back doors (left and right) any good. I have a 1982 300TD > I > am rebuilding and need a couple of rust free doors. > Thanks, > Mike My parts wagon is pretty much a rust bucket. I could only help with things lik

Re: [MBZ] cartop carriers, gutter mount

On Sun, Apr 19, 2009 at 8:36 PM, Loren Faeth wrote: > Anybody know where I could get one, or a set of gutter mount rooftop racks? > It seems as though one of those make the perfect hoist attachment for a 107 > hardtop. > I use Yakima gutter mounts for my 123. Work great and are super sturdy. --

[MBZ] W123 Steering gearbox leak

Hi All, The steering gearbox on my '83 300CD has developed a leak. I can't really identify where the leak is coming from but it is definitely from the gearbox. I have a spare box from my wagon parts car I could use to replace it with or I could try the gasket rebuilt kit. Anyone had luck rebuilding

Re: [MBZ] W123 Steering gearbox leak

Thanks Peter. I've seen the picture of the gasket kit on Rusty's site and was a bit intimidated. I think I hear you telling me to swap the steering box with the one from my parts car. Ralph On Tue, Apr 28, 2009 at 12:13 AM, Peter Frederick wrote: > Typically a simple seal replacement won't fix t

Re: [MBZ] 92 2.5 for sale in Michigan

I'd be interested in seeing what it goes for if it hits Ebay. It is a dead ringer for my '90 with the cracked head. Did you drive it by any chance? I'm curious how the engine performed with that many miles. I'm also selling my '87 wagon but have had limited interest at $2000. Here's a link. https:

Re: [MBZ] 92 2.5 for sale in Michigan

http://detroit.craigslist.org/cto/1132747762.html On Sun, May 3, 2009 at 9:42 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin wrote: > Wants a password > > -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL:

[MBZ] OT - CarFax Anyone?

Hi Folks, Just wondering if someone has an open CarFax? Wife is looking at a local Porsche Boxster with a suspect history. If someone could run it for us we would greatly appreciate it. Kaleb perhaps? 2001 BoxsterVIN WP0CA29851U625549 Ralph Wasserbaech '83 300CD my car '90 300D '0

Re: [MBZ] OT - CarFax Anyone?

Thanks Kaleb! I just scored points with the wife for the fast turn around.

Re: [MBZ] R- Model Mercedes

I noticed that the R-Model Mercedes looks just like the Chrysler Pacificia. Are they based on a common structure.? I would just like to know. Chrysler and MB only remotely share body structures. The Pacifica body structure is actually a spinoff of the Chrysler minivan. They are built on the s

Re: [MBZ] 240D radiator

I have a used one sitting in my shed. I bought it on Ebay because I needed the attached oil cooler. It was advertised as good. Came from a car which was parted out. '83 300CD my car '90 300D '01 E320 Wagonwife's cars '82 300TD parts car '82 240D (just sold) '82 300TD currently smashed

Re: [MBZ] Galvanized steel in cars

Jeff Zedic Toronto 87 300TD 83 300D needs engine...hmmm maybe from a 123.193?? Jeff, Now why would you want to put an engine from a wagon into a sedan? Actually now that my wagon has a smashed front end it is the perfect time to pull the engine and swap it with the one from your old equipm

Re: [MBZ] What's a W124 250D worth?

Mitch, If it is clean and doesn't have too many issues I'd say 4K is cheap. I own one and have followed their value. I haven't drive an '87 124 but so far the 124 2.5 is my E-Class of choice. Ralph Wasserbaech '83 300CD my car '90 300D '01 E320 Wagonwife's cars '82 300TD parts car '82

Re: [MBZ] '82 300CD sunroof not working

Luther, The sunroof on my CD has been giving me alot of grief as well. I had to replace the gear which engages the cable connected to the roof. It is some sort of composite material and can strip. It seems that if you can open the roof manually than the gear should be okay. I've had my roof apa

Re: [MBZ] 85 CD window woes

Eric, Quit speculating and pull the door trim panel and find out what is wrong. If you keep running the window you may break something. If it hasn't been opened in 20 years than it definetly needs to be lubed. The lower attachment of the lift mechanism into the door sheetmetal is a crummy desig

[MBZ] Summer tire recommendation W124 16"

. Can anyone (Dave M. perhaps?) recommend a good summer tire for this car. I'd rather not break the bank but I guess I better spend a bit more than I did on the Kuhmo's. Ralph W. '90 300D'83 300CD '01 E320 '82 300TD From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sat Jun 10 0

Re: [MBZ] Summer tire recommendation W124 16"

I need to point out that I made an error on the Kuhmo's the model I have is the Ecsta HP4 which is no longer available on TIRERACK.com. I agree with John on the behavior of the Arctic's on my car. I was merely trying to make the point that the car is worlds better with the Alpines than the Kuh

Re: [MBZ] Summer tire recommendation W124 16"

Wow, great price and reviews at Tirerack. I'm just not sure an 'S' rated tire is what I want on my nice handling W124. How do they corner for you? - Original Message - From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" Sent: Sunday, June 11, 2006 9:56 PM Subj

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