[MBZ] Ok, let's try this again. Windshield replacement W140..1992

2008-11-24 Thread Walt Lasher
Ok, I will be getting a Mercedes Windshield, (Isn't my Insurance Company nice?) my question still stands. Is there any unusual things that one should know in replacing a 1992 W140 S35-/300SD windshield? An Independent glass company will be doing the replacing. Walt Lasher Seattle

[MBZ] Windshield replacement W140

2008-11-24 Thread Walt Lasher
ll go through. Anywa, is there anything I should be aware of in the installation that is out of the ordinary?? Walt Lasher Seattle 1992 W140 300SD -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: applic

Re: [MBZ] Big Benz time again.

2008-11-16 Thread Walt Lasher
-mail address to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Walt Lasher W140S350 Turbo-Diesel Everett, WA -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 2368 bytes Desc: not available URL: <http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okie

Re: [MBZ] Venting clothes drier (dryer) inside

2008-09-24 Thread Walt Lasher
darn if I will throw 2500 watts of heat outside in the Winter. Walt Lasher W140 S350 Diesel Seattle -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 1616 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/m

[MBZ] mbz list past 100k messages

2008-08-14 Thread Walt Lasher
And at least 12 of those relates to MBZ. Reminds me of the old McDonald's saying, " Billions served, hundreds eaten" Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350/'SD300 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-t

[MBZ] Smart car? Maybe not

2008-07-01 Thread Walt Lasher
What's the big deal about the Smart car?..I get 30 mpg in my 4800 lb. "S" Class. I'm waiting for the Tesla http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2008/06/30/BATH11GGP2.DTL&t ype=tech then I'll dump the "S". until then I'll stick with the

[MBZ] Need VIN number check

2008-02-14 Thread Walt Lasher
My daughter sent me the wrong number last time. The SL she is looking at is WDBFA67F0WF160517 If anyone could check this out for me I would appreciate Sorry about the mistake. Also: Any "heads up" on problems to look for with a 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL500 2dr Roadster 5.0L Walt Lash

[MBZ] Need VIN # check

2008-02-13 Thread Walt Lasher
Could someone run this VIN number (WDBFA66E8LF013351) and email me the results? Greatly appreciated Walt Lasher [EMAIL PROTECTED] <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Seattle W140 S350 Diesel 1992 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.da

[MBZ] 2008 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Test Drive: Torque-Rich Euro Diesel Scores 41 MPG

2008-01-31 Thread Walt Lasher
Re-posted from www.popularmechanics.com (http://www.popularmechanics.com/blogs/automotive_news/4246024.html#comments ) January 23, 2008 2008 Mercedes-Benz C220 CDI Test Drive: Torque-Rich Euro Diesel Scores 41 MPG PARIS - A standard-issue hybrid might be th

Re: [MBZ] Need to call this Forum "Everything BUT Mercedes Forum"

2008-01-29 Thread Walt Lasher
ieve we need to go back to the original form of Mercedes questions or at least questions pertaining to cars. Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350/300SD -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 3404 bytes Desc: not availa

[MBZ] DISAPPEARING CAR DOOR

2008-01-03 Thread Walt Lasher
This is the Cat's meow http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAtkoje4-eM -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 2928 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/

[MBZ] Synthetic Oils

2007-12-05 Thread Walt Lasher
daily. An ole' saying, "Oil is cheaper than metal". I feel comfortable with 5000 mile changes and don't mind the cost and when I get ready to sell I'm sure the next owner will appreciate the extra care. Since I change the oil myself my only cost is, Oil and filter..

[MBZ] What was the last real Mercedes?

2007-11-10 Thread Walt Lasher
I would have to go with the W126 Walt Lasher '92 S350 Seattle -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 2804 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attach

[MBZ] W140 FM antenna question, once more

2007-11-07 Thread Walt Lasher
Subject: W140 FM antenna question AGAIN My FM is intermittently fuzzy, where is the FM antenna located, Is it in the regular antenna or in the rear bumper? I think I need to check the connections. Walt Lasher W140 S350 Everett, WA -- next part -- A non-text

[MBZ] W140 FM antenna question AGAIN

2007-11-06 Thread Walt Lasher
tions. Walt Lasher W140 S350 Everett, WA -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 3452 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20071106/670de7a8/attachmen

[MBZ] W140 FM antenna question

2007-11-04 Thread Walt Lasher
My FM is intermittently fuzzy, where is the FM antenna located, Is it in the regular antenna or in the rear bumper? I think I need to check the connections. Walt Lasher W140 S350 Everett, WA -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type

[MBZ] For sale: Injectors and glow plugs (make offer)

2007-08-07 Thread Walt Lasher
car. Shipping weight is about 4 lbs. MAKE ME AN OFFER Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 3116 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail

[MBZ] Way too much OT?

2007-07-17 Thread Walt Lasher
Is there anyone who thinks there is way too much Off Topic material here on the list? Maybe I'm an old stick in the mud, eh? Walt Lasher W140 S350 Seattle -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef

[MBZ] Just saw this in Popular Machanics re: tires

2007-07-16 Thread Walt Lasher
Interesting. Never even entered my mind Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 6204 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachme

[MBZ] Come on people..Make an offer..Mann Air Filter for sale C23 148

2007-06-02 Thread Walt Lasher
Ordered wrong filter: I have a Mann Air Filter C23 148 which fits Mercedes: 1995 300D 1987-89 190D 2.5 Turbo 1990-93 300D Turbo Make me an off I can't refuse then Add $5 for shipping I can't use it and it is just sitting on the shelf so make an offer folks Walt Lasher Seattle W140

[MBZ] Mann Air Filter, make offer

2007-05-31 Thread Walt Lasher
Ordered wrong filter: I have a Mann Air Filter C23 148 which fits Mercedes: 1995 300D 1987-89 190D 2.5 Turbo 1990-93 300D Turbo Make me an off I can't refuse then Add $5 for shipping Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350/300SD -- next part -- A non-text attachmen

[MBZ] Mercedes Discussion List

2007-05-27 Thread Walt Lasher
Funny they have the Maybeck but not much elseWhere are the files for the W-140? -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 2816 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_ok

[MBZ] Fuel Mileage

2007-05-26 Thread Walt Lasher
h the signals are in my favor . On the road I beat every Hybrid I know of. My lady friend has a 2005 VW Jetta Diesel and we get 50.1 on the road. Let's see a hybrid beat that. The answer to the future is Hibrid DIESEL-electric Walt Lasher Seattle '92 W140 S350 -- next part -

[MBZ] Mercedes Repair Manuals Online for W126's

2007-05-09 Thread Walt Lasher
s one. Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef Size: 3100 bytes Desc: not available Url : http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20070509/9cd930fb/attachment.bin

[MBZ] Mann Air Filter for sale C23-148

2007-05-07 Thread Walt Lasher
Ordered wrong filter: I have a Mann Air Filter (C23-148) which fits Mercedes: 1995 300D 1987-89 190D 2.5 Turbo 1990-93 300D Turbo Make me an offer and add about $5 for shipping Walt Lasher Seattle S350 W140 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name

[MBZ] M-1 oil question....AGAIN

2007-05-07 Thread Walt Lasher
I see where Wal_Mart is carrying Moble 1 Turbo Truck Diesel 5W40 ($22.23 for 4 qts) Is this the MB APPROVED oil for MB Diesels now?? Walt Lasher Seattle S350 W140 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type: application/ms-tnef

[MBZ] Analyst reports bid to buy Chrysler

2007-03-25 Thread Walt Lasher
Analyst reports bid to buy Chrysler By Sholnn Freeman The Washington Post WASHINGTON - Shares of DaimlerChrysler jumped more than 6 percent Friday after an investment analyst said the German automaker had received a bid for Chrysler. Brett Hoselton, an industry analyst with KeyBanc Capital Markets,

[MBZ] New rules would slash diesel pollution

2007-03-03 Thread Walt Lasher
Published: Saturday, March 3, 2007 New rules would slash diesel pollution Associated Press WASHINGTON - The Environmental Protection Agency announced a plan Friday that would do away with most of the smog and soot caused by diesel-burning trains and boats. It's an ambitious move supported by many

[MBZ] A Seattle begins selling a blend of the alternative fuel station

2007-02-23 Thread Walt Lasher
uels Vice President Vince McBroom said. "The demand is out there," he said. "But it's not widely available in a lot of areas." Walt Lasher W140 S350 Seattle -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: winmail.dat Type

[MBZ] M1 15k Oil

2007-02-08 Thread Walt Lasher
, BUT that's my limit. Ok, so I waste money and time (in changing oil) but I can sleep nights. Besides when I go to sell this 5000 lbs of metal I'm sure the next owner will appreciate the frequent oil changes. Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350 (Diesel) --

[MBZ] For Sale: Near flawless 14" Mercedes Rim (15 hole)

2007-01-23 Thread Walt Lasher
Near flawless 14" Mercedes Rim (15 hole). This was my spare and was only used a couple times. It is great to mount a snow tire on and the other one on your spare. Easy to switch tires in bad weather and back to regular tires in good weather. Or, as I did, put chains on my two spares. Its easer to

[MBZ] [OT] Radial Engines

2007-01-22 Thread Walt Lasher
in: UC-78 (T-50, bamboo bomber), DHC-2, DHC-3, Beach D-18 (C-45), Grumman Goose (G-21A), Douglas DC-3. All have the Round engines. NOTHING like the sound of a Round Engine. Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350 -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: w

[MBZ] For Sale: 14" Mercedes Rim (15 hole) .

2006-11-30 Thread Walt Lasher
Near flawless 14" Mercedes Rim (15 hole). This was my spare and was only used a couple times. It is great to mount a snow tire on and the other one on your spare. Easy to switch tires In bad weather and back to regular tires in good weather. Or, as I did, put chains on my two spares. Its easer to

[MBZ] 126 vs 140

2006-11-27 Thread Walt Lasher
y (first Diesel that would pin me back in my seat). A B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L car to drive. I spent 18 and 33 hours in the car and at the end of the trips I was not tired (altho' the 33 hour trip was pushing it}. If I could find a better road car today, I would buy it. Walt Lasher Everett, WA W140 S350 <>

[MBZ] Looking at a W140 Today

2006-11-27 Thread Walt Lasher
res I have a few names now and when I get ready to sell I will contact them first. Walt Lasher Everett, WA 1992 W-140 S350 <>

[MBZ] PLAYSTATION 3 FOR SALE

2006-11-18 Thread Walt Lasher
Why not wait a few months and get it a regular price and save yourself $4500? Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350

[MBZ] Mercedes S/W luggage rack cross bars: $100

2006-11-14 Thread Walt Lasher
Mercedes S/W luggage rack cross bars: These are NEW, still in factory sealed wrap. Mercedes stock # 124-840-0218 Fits all 124 series wagons 86-93300TE & TD and 94-95 E320 Wagon These sold for $300 each (ouch) and Are out of production now. I will sell BOTH for $100 + Shipping

[MBZ] 2 Studded Snow Tires (P197/70 R 14) $40

2006-11-11 Thread Walt Lasher
Snow Tires for Sale: 2 studded snow tires for sale Cooper Weather master S/T P197/70 R 14 M/S Tires have 96% original tread almost new. These were off my W126 Walt Lasher Seattle ’92 S350 W140

[MBZ] 1976 450SL for sale

2006-10-27 Thread Walt Lasher
$2-3000 overpriced, and the horsehair seats are coming out the bottom Walt Lasher W140 S350 Seattle

[MBZ] 1976 450SL for sale

2006-10-26 Thread Walt Lasher
I saw a 1976 450SL in at the St Vincent De Paul sales lot today. I have Pictures if interested Vin 1070441203380 118,321 miles Gold/Black inside Gold has been repainted They want 12,995. Owned by the last guy since 1998 New rubber. Their phone is 425-212-3263 Fax 425-212-3267 Cell 425-754-67

[MBZ] OIL QUALITY TEST

2006-10-09 Thread Walt Lasher
sn't going broke by loosing me, but at least I don't have to waste my time and fuel just to fine their product. Walt Lasher Seattle 1992 S350/300SD

[MBZ] Snow Tires for Sale

2006-10-05 Thread Walt Lasher
Snow Tires for Sale:> I have 2 studded snow tires for sale> Cooper Weather master S/T> P197/70 R 14 M/S, These were used on my W126.> Tires have 96% original tread almost new ..$20 each> Also have extra wheel (15 hole) in New Condition, $60 This was off my W126 but sh

[MBZ] FOR SALE: CrossBars for W124 Wagons

2006-10-04 Thread Walt Lasher
I'm posting this once again: > While cleaning out my Daughter's garage I found two Cross bars (for holding > cargo on the top). She sold the wagon a year ago. > These are NEW and still in the sealed Mercedes packaging. > In checking with the Local MB Dealer was told they sold for $300 EACH (ouch)

[MBZ] Does this sound like a scam to you?

2006-09-21 Thread Walt Lasher
* You bet it doesRUN, don walk From [EMAIL PROTECTED] Thu Sep 21 22:53:31 2006 Received: from [63.240.77.85] (helo=sccrmhc15.comcast.net) by server8.arterytc8.net with esmtp (Exim 4.52) id 1GQXQB-0007EQ-Pm for mercedes@okiebenz.com; Thu, 21 Sep 2006 22:53:31 + Received:

[MBZ] Snow Tires for Sale:

2006-09-19 Thread Walt Lasher
Condition….$60 All located in Everett, Washington..30 miles North of Seattle Walt Lasher W140 S350 [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] ***Snow Tires for Sale***

2006-09-19 Thread Walt Lasher
Condition….$60 All located in Everett, Washington..30 miles North of Seattle Walt Lasher W140 S350 [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] ++Air filter for sale++

2006-09-12 Thread Walt Lasher
I bought the wrong air filter a while back. Make me an offer for a NEW Mann Filter C23148 (fits '95 3000D...87-89 190D 2.5 Turbo and 90-93 300D turbo) Walt Lasher Seattle W140 S350

[MBZ] ***Attn: W-124 Station Wagon owners***

2006-09-11 Thread Walt Lasher
(ouch) and they are no longer in production. The stock # is 124 840 0218 If you want to make me an offer, send it to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and put Mercedes or something in the Subject in so I don't delete as junk mail Walt Lasher Seattle 1992 W140 S350

[MBZ] Attn: W-124 Station Wagon owners

2006-09-05 Thread Walt Lasher
ction. The stock # is 124 840 0218 If you want to make me an offer, send it to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and put Mercedes or something in the Subject in so I don't delete as junk mail Walt Lasher Seattle 1992 W140 S350