Re: [MBZ] Reference Table for MB's

2007-09-23 Thread billr
I'd be happy to see such. I frequently get interested in a model adn then hear that I should look for one a year or two later because of some design change. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles looking for a reasonable 1996 or later S500 -Original Message- From: LarryT [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 220D, syncro van, fox ads

2007-09-22 Thread billr
From my experience of owning one of those beasts [named the anti-christ] I would question the assumption that the good lord had anything at all to do with them. I think you have your directions all wrong as far as Vanagons go... BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD, currently getting a rebuilt

Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please

2007-09-20 Thread billr
Me, yes; her, no. I have failed as an MB parent... BillR -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 19, 2007 10:32 PM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please billr wrote: At this point she

[MBZ] Fw: Re: CarFax, please

2007-09-20 Thread billr
Kaleb - Don't have your address on this computer. Do you still have Dan's 123LWB?. Guess I should also ask if you have a good vehicle for my daughter and 3 kids [two in car seats[ for @ $3500? I'm thinking transport could be a problem though. BillR -Forwarded Message- From: billr

Re: [MBZ] Fw: Re: CarFax, please

2007-09-20 Thread billr
lol. Well. I like it. He is offering me the 420S for my price. That trips my interst. Bill -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 20, 2007 11:28 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fw: Re: CarFax

Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please

2007-09-19 Thread billr
is looking for either a Voyager or a Corolla [less than $4k]. BillR -Original Message- From: Mitch Haley [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 18, 2007 10:44 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] CarFax, please So it was leased in 2000, auctioned to a dealer resold less

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-17 Thread billr
Rusty - I was not aware of that. I'll take the transmission and the AC compressor. I'll hit your website tonight and do the order. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: Rusty Cullens [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 17, 2007 10:06 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com

[MBZ] CarFax, please

2007-09-17 Thread billr
Hi Kaleb [or anyone who has a carfax account] - My daughter is looking for a used car and is interested in this one. Carfax appreciated. Thanks - BillR 1C3EJ56H7YN221871 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-15 Thread billr
a tipping point there on not using local for the big stuff. Since this happened at home I have my mechanic to rely on and will follow his suggestions - though I'm very happy to have Rusty as a backup source. BillR -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14

Re: [MBZ] Outstanding

2007-09-15 Thread billr
for my generator. No complaints thus far - but thus far I have not needed it. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles -Original Message- From: Rick Knoble [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 15, 2007 4:12 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Outstanding

[MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
nothing would engage at all. Mechanic reattached the linkage this morning, but it still will not go into gear. Thoughts on this problem; Thoughts on rebuild vs. finding a used one if this one is gone? Thanks in advance - BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
of a rebuild I'd think very hard about that. If this turns out to be a low $ fixable problem with my 300SD I'm happy with that. BillR -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 10:08 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
Thus far all the news from the list is better than my fears. Thanks John. BillR -Original Message- From: John Robbins [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 11:44 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
Not yet, but if I need one [at this point I am not sure] I will. BillR -Original Message- From: Craig McCluskey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 11:42 AM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

Re: [MBZ] transmission toasted? 1981 300SD

2007-09-14 Thread billr
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?] BillR -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 14, 2007 10:53 AM To: 'billr' [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Transmission toasted

2007-09-14 Thread billr
their mechanical work] and he is going to check their price for me on Monday. Don't think even a 'professional friend discount' will beat Rusty's on the AC, but the transmission could be cheaper done here. Monday will be when I find out. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles on the car

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

2007-09-13 Thread billr
the edges of some small rugs. I figured that by the time I got things properly set for it I could vacuum with a much stronger vac in about the same time. Your experience might well vary, and the technology might be better now ours was two years ago. BillR -Original Message- From: Gary Hurst

Re: [MBZ] 1985 300SD Nasty Engine Vibration

2007-09-12 Thread billr
I've not been able to follow all the threads on this due to limited time and computer problems - Is Techron concentrate safe and effective for a diesel? Much easier than doing the stuff requited for Diesel Purge. Thanks - BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] Ebay

2007-09-10 Thread billr
I've been caught once by only doing a quick check of feedback. Same result as you when the 'seller/scammer' closed accounts and changed id. Now I will only buy from folks with decent feedback that I actually read and check feedback ID on. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 295k miles

Re: [MBZ] i really don't get how brick and mortar shops can survivetoday NOW Pergo

2007-09-09 Thread billr
there was no evidence of our 'flood'. Glad he used the good stuff. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 9, 2007 4:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] i really don't get how brick and mortar shops can

Re: [MBZ] i really don't get how brick and mortar shops can survivetoday NOW Pergo

2007-09-09 Thread billr
proclivity for a very cool house. I'd say there was water under the wood for a minimum of 48 hours, and that was about 10 months ago. Not a sign of warping yet. Can't be sure it won't, but the PO was a hardwood floor dealer/installer and he wasn't concerned. BillR -Original Message- From

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-07 Thread billr
mileage for much else. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 294k miles -Original Message- From: James Zavesky [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 6, 2007 11:15 AM To: 'billr' [EMAIL PROTECTED], 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] populations discussion The Key Deer

Re: [MBZ] populations discussion

2007-09-06 Thread billr
gardens. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 294k miles -Original Message- From: Tom Hargrave [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 6, 2007 9:46 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] populations discussion Someone needs to invent a gatling-bow haul a truck load

Re: [MBZ] Now climate

2007-09-04 Thread billr
a hint of truth in it - at least make sure of 'facts' prior to endless repeating of propaganda on either side. All that seems to make the chat circut is spin. BillR -Original Message- From: Royce Engler [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 3, 2007 9:23 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] Now climate

2007-09-04 Thread billr
Interresting. I've heard other versions, few lacking 'spin'. BillR -Original Message- From: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 4, 2007 11:17 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Now climate Here's what Gore actually said: During my service

Re: [MBZ] Don Wills has invited you to join Kiva - populations discussion

2007-09-02 Thread billr
are certainly correct that it is the relative inequity of access to resources and lifestyle that feed the problem. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: archer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sep 2, 2007 9:55 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject

Re: [MBZ] got my coupe back tonight - insurance q'

2007-08-28 Thread billr
can actually make money that way - or end up with a criminal record. I just save my $ with only my health coverage to take care of accidents. BillR -Original Message- From: Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Aug 28, 2007 2:30 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes

Re: [MBZ] got my coupe back tonight - insurance q'

2007-08-28 Thread billr
John - I have not checked on this in several years, but I think that is covered. While it is very rare that anyone other than family is in my car, it could happen. BillR -Original Message- From: John Freer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Aug 28, 2007 6:47 PM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] What happened to the VW rabbit diesels from the 1980's

2007-08-27 Thread billr
Alcohol has more calories than carbs, proteins or fat - but you just can't drink enough straight alcohol to make that much difference. BillR -Original Message- From: Robert Rentfro [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Aug 27, 2007 5:26 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject

Re: [MBZ] I guesss now it's drunks in VW's ...

2007-08-27 Thread billr
Sorry, I failed to change the subject line. -Original Message- From: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Aug 27, 2007 8:11 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] What happened to the VW rabbit diesels from the 1980's Alcohol has more calories than carbs

Re: [MBZ] O/T Router

2007-08-26 Thread billr
Depends on how much of it you drink while you are doingthe install - or how much beer BillR Next house I build or remodel is going to have fiber and CAT5/6 throughout. it's cheap as wine anymore. Dan ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] Airport Express

2007-08-26 Thread billr
Dan - I use a 64 bit encryption and assume I am safe...True or not? Many of my neighbors are not secured and often are stronger signals than my internal system. Neverr tried to hijack one, though. BillR If you live in an urban or suburban area, your access point could easily be hijacked

Re: [MBZ] Airport Express

2007-08-26 Thread billr
- BillR -Original Message- From: LWB250 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Aug 26, 2007 5:41 PM To: billr [EMAIL PROTECTED], Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Airport Express WEP or WPA? It makes a difference, as WEP is a lot easier to crack for someone who wants

Re: [MBZ] Was: RAMBO ... Now: Rambo goes fishing

2007-08-20 Thread BillR
]. Who says guns and fishing on a MB discussion site don't mix? I drove down to the FL Keys in my '62 220Sb, so that ties it all together. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hendrik Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2007 6:10 PM To: Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Pressure washers

2007-08-20 Thread BillR
for him he was wearing steel toed shoes as a 1 second blast took off the end of the shoe down to the steel. Be careful with all of them, but especially with those big ones. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Cathey

Re: [MBZ] subject change: Iowa's a nice place to live

2007-08-19 Thread BillR
I'll still take many parts of FL over VA and IN where I have lived. I was born and raised here so that probably slants my view. Where are you? BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2007 8

Re: [MBZ] Was Virtual Pillory: Come jeer at the idiot!, now handguns the law

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
accurately as TV shows might suggest. Might be fun to try. With FL law I could probably carry it, but I wouldn't. It would be locked in a lockbox until I got to the range. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko

Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy - hijacked to GPS

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
have a map for. Having speed, distance, elevation, direction, the next road coming up, etc can be quite useful, and extra memory and maps are readily available [for mine, anyway], though a national update cost many times more than I paid for the unit. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy - GPS

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
, but they are not easy to use due to the small size of the display and the lack of features. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 9:02 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy

Re: [MBZ] Speedo accuracy - GPS

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
Yes, that would be nice, but I suspect you paid a bit more than the $21 for my ColorMap [that was a very good buy ...] or the @$100 for the plug in unit. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, work Sent: Friday, August 17

Re: [MBZ] Handguns and the law

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
Don - You are selling your car and your house ... did your wife lose her red slippers? BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 11:51 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Handguns

[MBZ] Not in Kansas anymore ....

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
Sorry should have changed the subject line ... Bill -Original Message- From: BillR [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 12:58 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: RE: [MBZ] Handguns and the law Don - You are selling your car and your house ... did your wife lose

Re: [MBZ] Handguns and the law

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
. Odds are a bullet will land safely, but if enough shots are fired over the years odds are one of them will hurt someone. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Curt Raymond Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 1:13 PM To: Diesel List Subject: Re

Re: [MBZ] Not in Kansas anymore ....

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
Been there, done that - and made a killing when we sold ... but that market is gone for awhile. Good luck with both sales. I just hope my suit doesn't actually go until next year. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent

Re: [MBZ] Bullets

2007-08-17 Thread BillR
I wouldn't suggest going there for sunbathing. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 3:43 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: Re: [MBZ] Bullets Those shots in the air come down somewhere

Re: [MBZ] Virtual Pillory: Come jeer at the idiot! And sometimes you luck out...

2007-08-14 Thread BillR
was put the misplaced bones of that 10 years earlier wreck back into place. It had hurt for ten years and has been fine for the last 20. Sounds like you did just fine. BillR Jacksonville FL Don - on the less positive side, even though my attorney says things are progressing with my suit, I am told

Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister - more general comments on DC

2007-08-08 Thread BillR
hasn't been delayed 4 hours. You don't need to ask how I know. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Wednesday, August 08, 2007 6:24 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister I may get

Re: [MBZ] Flippin' Tach. was: How to lose a lister......!!!!!!!

2007-08-07 Thread BillR
things jump when it grounded out. Worth a look. Someone else will have to tell you where the pickup is for the tach. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of archer Sent: Tuesday, August 07, 2007 1:58 AM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject

Re: [MBZ] CL

2007-08-06 Thread BillR
An easy way to do some of what you want is to do a search then bookmark that page. All you need do then is hit the bookmark for an updated page. Unless you want to do a LOT of searches that should make it simple enough. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 292k miles -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister

2007-08-06 Thread BillR
Now if we could just get the guns to obey the laws BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Monday, August 06, 2007 4:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister You must not be aware

Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister

2007-08-05 Thread BillR
commitment for them, and is something well worth seeing. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Sunday, August 05, 2007 5:34 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister Every time I visited

Re: [MBZ] OT: Help a lost lister

2007-08-05 Thread BillR
Gary - don't hold back like that, you'll get ulcers. Tell us what you really feel BillR [ducking] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gary Hurst Sent: Sunday, August 05, 2007 10:36 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT

Re: [MBZ] Anyone give me a grand for my 83 300TD?

2007-08-04 Thread BillR
Thanks Mike, but it sounds like the distance and repairs put it out of bounds for my needs. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 03, 2007 9:52 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion

Re: [MBZ] Anyone give me a grand for my 83 300TD?

2007-08-04 Thread BillR
Price is good, but I would have to get it down here to get it fixed. That would be expensive. You could always move to Atlanta or Jax ... BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ernest breakfield Sent: Saturday, August 04, 2007 1:01 PM

Re: [MBZ] Anyone give me a grand for my 83 300TD?

2007-08-03 Thread BillR
Hi Mike - I am in need of a reliable vehicle for my daughter and her three kids for a few months- if this fits the bill. Where are you? BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 292k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent

Re: [MBZ] Anyone give me a grand for my 83 300TD?

2007-08-03 Thread BillR
OK, you called it before I did - but I think you are a bit out of the 500 miles delivery range ... And I might be also. Mike - I could take delivery in Atlanta also. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hendrik Riessen Sent: Friday

Re: [MBZ] Rust repair cost

2007-07-31 Thread BillR
an easier spot to work. It was done well [but not show quality] and the cost was about $400. Decent body shop was $37.50 an hour. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 292k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Robbins Sent: Monday, July 30, 2007

Re: [MBZ] Fixed Costs (taxes insurance, etc.) [wasRe: better hurry...] FL seasons

2007-07-29 Thread BillR
a Thursday if the weekend is booked. BillR Jacksonville, Ocala, Sunrise, Plantation, Davie, Coral Springs - Florida -Original Message- And the climate... I gotta get somewhere that has four seasons. Florida is killing me. Dan

Re: [MBZ] Fixed Costs (taxes insurance, etc.) [wasRe: better hurry...] FL seasons

2007-07-29 Thread BillR
liked Coral Springs best, but I like a happy wife up here even more. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of archer Sent: Sunday, July 29, 2007 10:23 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fixed Costs (taxes

Re: [MBZ] RustyQ 2007

2007-07-20 Thread BillR
And I am the other way around from Craig. I'd like to come, and Atlanta is way closer - I could even drive there - but not sure if I will be able to come or not. I do have spousal support for going, though. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] WAY OT: fertilizer [was Re: killing weeds and Bombay cats]

2007-07-19 Thread BillR
For that 'soil' you need to do what we do in many parts of the FL Keys. You dig out a hole about the size of a pot and fill it with dirt. Drainage is less a problem with coral than it is with heavy clay, though. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] W126 service CDs and '84 300TDT W123 for sale in Toronto

2007-07-18 Thread BillR
How much? I'm not looking to move to Toronto, but have family that might end up there very soon. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Bruckmann Sent: Wednesday, July 18, 2007 11:05 AM To: Mercedes List Subject: [MBZ] W126 service

Re: [MBZ] OT Florida

2007-07-17 Thread BillR
where they are either not needed or folks just didn't want to bother. BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rich Thomas Sent: Monday, July 16, 2007 8:20 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] OT Florida Could someone

Re: [MBZ] OT Florida

2007-07-17 Thread BillR
[even a pretty big one] can climb a chain link fence. BillR Jacksonville FL [now], Plantation, Sunrise, Davie, and Coral Springs in earlier, more Southerly, days. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of OK Don Sent: Monday, July 16, 2007 10:33 PM

Re: [MBZ] Brake lines adjunct (Strange Days) - and ALFA's and memory lane

2007-07-17 Thread BillR
[when they were tuned correctly]. When I sold the GTV and bought a new Chevy Caprice my payments were less than upkeep had been on the Alfa [EXCEPT for gas... '73 Caprice got 13 MPG]. BillR Jacksonville FL 1962 Corvair [minor wreck - got the MB instead!!!] 1962 220Sb [RIP - head on crash at @ 50 mph

Re: [MBZ] OT Linksys USB WiFi

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
[several neighbors come into my office stronger]. I am using what sounds like the same system you have - WUSB54, but with an HP tower system that is about two years old. Sounds like you have other problems, and hopefully one of the computer literate listers can help BillR -Original Message

Re: [MBZ] OT Linksys USB WiFi

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
Occasionally you give one pause to consider the appropriateness of that name... :D BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Sunday, July 15, 2007 10:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Linksys USB

[MBZ] 1980 300D

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
looking. BillR ___ 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/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300D

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
The big problem there is 'if'. I'd likely be in OH needing the mechanics I have in VA and FL. Not this time. Thanks though ... BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mitch Haley Sent: Monday, July 16, 2007 9:55 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ice Road Truckers // Dangerous Catch

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
On Behalf Of Allan Streib , I've always thougt there was something cool/romantic about working on the sea. Allan That one is a favorite of my Son in law, who worked the USCG rescue boats in those crab beds. I Think 'cool' is a bit of an understatement given all that ice BillR

Re: [MBZ] killing weeds and Bombay cats

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
Andrew - I looked those up the last time you mentioned them and they do indeed look interesting. How are they with large friendly dogs [[100# yellow lab]? BillR Jacksonville FL -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew strasfogel Sent

Re: [MBZ] 1980 300D

2007-07-16 Thread BillR
Thanks - but I don't plan to be in OH anytime soon - Wichita maybe, but not OH. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sunil Hari Sent: Monday, July 16, 2007 2:53 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1980

[MBZ] 1980 300D

2007-07-15 Thread BillR
for. Also, what is involved in replacing the RF window? She has been trying to sell it for some time so should be willing to lower the price. What are your thoughts - anyone have one of those? TIA - BillR 1981 300SD 291k miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new

Re: [MBZ] IowaQ

2007-07-12 Thread BillR
My darling wife thinks I should do that, though she doesn't want me to drive, so no MB with me. Will follow the thread and see how our lives go. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 291k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent

Re: [MBZ] Bubbles in AC sight glass? 91 300D 2.5T

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
How correct you are. Loved the movie, though their little vehicle was a lot more reliable than my Vanagon ever was. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Fmiser Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 1:22 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Bubbles in AC sight glass? 91 300D 2.5T

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
Actually I think the reference was to the small, slow, hard to start vehicle that was used to rescue the folks when the Land Rover was up a tree. The name just fit so well for that 4 wheel torture device I had - Vanagon GL, if memory serves. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

[MBZ] the anti-christ in The Gods Must Be Crazy - OT for sure

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
this was going on that the bus showed up to take the teacher on to the village. I think. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Fmiser Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 12:28 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ

[MBZ] the anti-christ in The Gods Must Be Crazy - OT for sure

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
Yes, but I think that was the Rover with the top and doors taken off. I still think I recall a small utility vehicle that sounded like it was a single cylinder. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Wednesday, July

Re: [MBZ] Is this Curt and his new 190? Or is it Marshall?

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
You have an audience. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 12:50 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Is this Curt and his new 190? Or is it Marshall? On Wed, 11 Jul 2007 10

Re: [MBZ] the anti-christ in The Gods Must Be Crazy - OT for sure

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
Guess we will have to watch it once more to find out. There are worse things. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 1:18 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] Is this Curt and his new 190? Or is it Marshall?

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
One point for the sane Don. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 1:37 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] Is this Curt and his new 190? Or is it Marshall? You have my full

Re: [MBZ] Oil Consumption Creeping Up

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
with Cummins engines Are you saying that it works well for something like my 1981 300SD with 291k miles? Not really having any problems with it, but you never know. Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Robert Tara Ludwick Sent

Re: [MBZ] Oil Consumption Creeping Up

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
Let me amend that question - I do not see any indication of it's use if MB's - high mileage yes. Have you used it in a good 5 cylinder diesel? Thanks - BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of BillR Sent: Wednesday, July 11, 2007 5:23 PM

Re: [MBZ] Oil Consumption Creeping Up

2007-07-11 Thread BillR
Don't plan to at the moment, I just like to have options if such should happen. Engine seems good and strong, oil pressure drops to 2.8 when hot and sitting at a light, otherwise it stays at 3.0. Delvac for the last 40k miles [since I have had it] I think things are good for now. BillR

[MBZ] '89 560SEL

2007-07-10 Thread BillR
Hi - I'm still looking for a reasonably cheap vehicle for my daughter to drive while awaiting the ability to buy Donald's 300SEL. A guy a few miles South of me has a 1989 560SEL with 200,080 miles and 'needs some Freon'. I know these can be expensive to get into decent shape if not cared for

Re: [MBZ] '89 560SEL

2007-07-10 Thread BillR
. Then it expanded. Have not re installed all the pipes yet to see if it worked, but it sounded like it did. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 291k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Hendrik Riessen Sent: Tuesday, July 10, 2007 10:21 AM

Re: [MBZ] Bubbles in AC sight glass? 91 300D 2.5T

2007-07-10 Thread BillR
Looks like some of you got good Vanagons. Mine was supposed to be a very nice model, but quickly was named 'The Anti-Christ' and continued to earn that name for the year I had it. I think the door handles worked pretty well, but other than that about all I can say is it didn't kill me. BillR

Re: [MBZ] '89 560SEL

2007-07-10 Thread BillR
our list mom and told him for $700 [had to outbid Kaleb] maybe it would be worth a chance, but not the $2,200 he was asking. My guess is he will just keep it to spite folks like me. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Wonko the Sane

Re: [MBZ] OT boredom?

2007-07-06 Thread BillR
Just think, you could be one careless driver away from being one of your clients. My darling wife missed being unable to speak by about 1/2 inch when a car pulled out in front of her on her small scooter. Wear the helmet. But you already know that. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL

Re: [MBZ] 190D Geno

2007-07-05 Thread BillR
get far from the convention center. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 291k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Gene Ford Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 10:15 AM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] 190D Geno Hi Everyone, 1st time

Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread

2007-07-05 Thread BillR
are far less], but I'm glad he has them. He really does not look like the mailman BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of John Freer Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 1:10 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade

Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread

2007-07-05 Thread BillR
problems getting in and especially getting out. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 4:17 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread I think Mazda has

Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread

2007-07-04 Thread BillR
cramped for me to drive easily - in addition to the engine modifications he has added that make it a bit peppier than my 300SD ... . I will try one out a Z3 one of these days, but will not be in a hurry to do so. Maybe my age and condition suggest a MB coupe. BillR -Original Message- From

Re: [MBZ] why you can't even in this day buy any domestic car unless the design and execution has been proven

2007-07-04 Thread BillR
was better than advertised. We got 265k miles out of that car and all but the last few thousand were quite nice. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Allan Streib Sent: Wednesday, July 04, 2007 4:55 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Banned

Re: [MBZ] for the AZ-ers on the list

2007-07-03 Thread BillR
. Not a problem to stay warm as long as you didn't move much. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Zoltan Finks Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2007 12:40 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] for the AZ-ers on the list I used to see t

Re: [MBZ] for the AZ-ers on the list

2007-07-03 Thread BillR
Quite interesting for me, anyway. Thanks BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Craig McCluskey Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2007 2:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] for the AZ-ers on the list On Tue, 3 Jul 2007 10:38:54

Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread

2007-07-03 Thread BillR
Ned - I have been playing with the idea of getting a Z3. How has it been to own? BillR 1981 300SD 292k 2001 I30 89k -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ned kleinhenz Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2007 5:02 PM To: Mercedes List Subject: Re: [MBZ

Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread

2007-07-03 Thread BillR
. BillR Jacksonville FL 19881 300SD 291k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of ned kleinhenz Sent: Tuesday, July 03, 2007 11:50 PM To: Mercedes List Subject: Re: [MBZ] OT Spade a Spade - it's a BMW thread BillR wrote- I have been

Re: [MBZ] for the AZ-ers on the list -hijacked to just plain cold

2007-07-02 Thread BillR
much time in Miami. BillR Jacksonville FL 1981 300SD 291k miles -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of LWB250 Sent: Sunday, July 01, 2007 11:28 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] for the AZ-ers on the list Believe me, when

Re: [MBZ] It's da bomb

2007-06-29 Thread BillR
Perhaps that explains why they were willing to blow it up BillR Jacksonville FL Sunil askedlike a 124 - how do terrorists have style? I agree it was a 124 - same color as mine - but they don't have style - it wasn't a diesel! ;-) Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D

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