Re: [MBZ] Poos needs to buy me this

2019-07-02 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Hood stuck and won’t start. Yeah, I don’t think so. -D > On Jul 2, 2019, at 9:16 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Better, and you can go check it out in person. > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Tue, Jul 2, 2019 at 9:04 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Diesel finny

2019-07-02 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Weldments and threaded fasteners (nuts) were present in the cars since the early 1960s. My 1962 300SE had the nuts in place with rubber plugs in them on the floor and “B” pillar. Belts were optional until the early 60s, I think. Certainly by 1968 they were standard. Someone may have removed

Re: [MBZ] OT tankless water heaters

2019-06-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
re finally good. > > Uses far less power, is really easy to clean up, heats up really fast. > > Inconvenient: ferrous pots work best, anything else needs an adapter plate > (a steel plate) to transfer the heat to the pot, so efficiency is lost. > - > Max > Charlest

Re: [MBZ] Wanted - Wahler Ratcheting Jack Handle

2019-06-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
/06/2019 12:18 PM, Craig via Mercedes wrote: >>> On Fri, 28 Jun 2019 12:57:02 -0400 Dan--- via Mercedes >>> wrote: >>> >>>> It’s crimped shut or I would. I would probably have to destroy it in >>>> order to get it open. This is a German tool m

Re: [MBZ] OT tankless water heaters

2019-06-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
plug into electricity at all, if I need a timer I'll crank > one. I want a stove just like the one I've got at camp but bigger... > > -Curt > > On Friday, June 28, 2019, 12:59:31 PM EDT, Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Two words: Induction cooktop. > > We

Re: [MBZ] OT tankless water heaters

2019-06-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Two words: Induction cooktop. We’ve had one for years, and they heat as quickly as gas and are just as adjustable as far as temperature. -D > On Jun 28, 2019, at 12:48 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > I think a lot of people are irrationally afraid of gas stoves, that they'll >

Re: [MBZ] Wanted - Wahler Ratcheting Jack Handle

2019-06-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It’s crimped shut or I would. I would probably have to destroy it in order to get it open. This is a German tool made in the 1960s. -D > On Jun 28, 2019, at 11:18 AM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > >> On 28/06/2019 10:04 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Looking

[MBZ] Wanted - Wahler Ratcheting Jack Handle

2019-06-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Looking for a working Wahler ratcheting jack handle for the jack on my 1965 220SEb. I’ve got mine, but the ratchet function no longer works, so for all intents and purposes it’s worthless. Doesn’t have to be pretty, just functional. Thanks, Dan ___

Re: [MBZ] Kids not listening such as those on Fakebook

2019-06-27 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Heh. Did the same with the eldest. He’s currently in trade school learning to be a plumber. I told him if he worked hard and didn’t do anything stupid he would end up making more than I do. -D > On Jun 27, 2019, at 2:11 PM, Clay Monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > Grin and bear it. We were

Re: [MBZ] OT: s Facebook listening to me?

2019-06-27 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Good reason why I don’t have a microphone or camera on my computer. Also nice when I get those emails that claimed to have watched me on my webcam while I surfed pron and want money to not rat me out. -D > On Jun 27, 2019, at 11:50 AM, OK Don via Mercedes > wrote: > > The short answer is

Re: [MBZ] Walmart kills AdvAuto on ML tranny fluid

2019-06-27 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Dead Sam has always been cheaper on that stuff. -D > On Jun 27, 2019, at 11:09 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > AA was $28.99/gal and the 20% discount code didn't apply when I tried to > order it. Do the googs and El Mercado de Wal has it for $17.97 with free > shipping to

Re: [MBZ] Fancy Computer, was Re: ML 722.6 results

2019-06-27 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I don’t recommend the SnapOn scanners for a first time user. As Mitch mentioned, they have gaps in what data they can access and display, so you end up not having visibility into some things. I have a SnapOn MTG2500 that I like to take for inspections, as it’s easy to use and powered by the

Re: [MBZ] OT Mazda 3

2019-06-26 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Agreed. Not only that, but a Mazda 3 of that vintage, unless it’s a cream puff, is not worth $5k in my book. -D > On Jun 26, 2019, at 4:00 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes > wrote: > > So I sent him a message asking if it has been wrecked and he said it had > light damage but no frame

[MBZ] AZ Bob - Gray Sideless Sheepskin Seat Cover

2019-06-26 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Bob, Only thing I could find on Costco’s web site: https://www.costco.com/Gray-Sideless-Sheepskin-Seat-Cover.product.12831.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] ML 722.6 connector leaking

2019-06-26 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
n if the > leaky connector is the issue (assuming I get everything cleaned up)? > > Maybe I need to think about getting a fancy computer... > > --FT > >> On 6/26/19 8:50 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Correct. >> >> OBDII are common codes, like for e

Re: [MBZ] OT tankless water heaters

2019-06-26 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I put a 50 gallon electric hybrid tank heater in about a year and a half ago. Granted, my usage is very different (3-4 adults, a couple of which think a short shower is under 20 minutes) and we have the temperature setpoint of 130F. I was a little leery of this thing due to the steep entry

Re: [MBZ] ML 722.6 connector leaking

2019-06-26 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Correct. OBDII are common codes, like for emissions stuff, and do not cover systems like ACC or transmission. -D > On Jun 26, 2019, at 8:24 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I was reading that I need the fancy computer to clear trans codes? I cleared > the OBD codes but I

Re: [MBZ] Finnie Fun!

2019-06-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
ot an option. I actually prefer this repair over welding for small > areas where rear access to protect weld is not feasible. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jun 24, 2019, at 8:32 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> There is some rust through

Re: [MBZ] Bad Diesel?

2019-06-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Thanks, Jim, but I was referring to Mercedes diesels. Guess I should have been more specific. -D On Jun 24, 2019, at 10:45 AM, Jim Cathey wrote: >> Can someone please put some sort of list or short explanation on what are >> the good and bad diesels in the early 2000 models? > > The Dodge

Re: [MBZ] AC success

2019-06-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
You’re supposed to run the system for a minimum of 20 minutes after using it, I believe. I usually go for a 20-30 minute drive to distribute it. They address this in the instructions. -D > On Jun 24, 2019, at 10:36 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Cliplight sealer? > I seem to

[MBZ] Bad Diesel?

2019-06-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Can someone please put some sort of list or short explanation on what are the good and bad diesels in the early 2000 models? I can never keep this straight and would like to have a reference in case I ever decide to look at one of these cars. Thanks! -D

Re: [MBZ] HF deals today

2019-06-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’ve never owned a stepped bit. Always wondered how effective/useful they might be. -D > On Jun 24, 2019, at 9:10 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > Interesting, I've been building new mounts for the hydraulic pump on my > loader and the HF stepped bits have gotten the job for all

Re: [MBZ] Finnie Fun!

2019-06-24 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
There is some rust through in the very front of the rockers where they face the wheel well. Inside of the rockers is fine, jack points are good. I just need to seal up the opening to prevent future corrosion, that’s all. I’ll fog the inside of the rockers with something like bar oil or a rust

Re: [MBZ] Hey Floyd / Max!

2019-06-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Mine was a later one and much less prone to the issues the 2000-2002 models had, thankfully. It did have the air suspension, but that’s a known issue and a one time fix. The engines are pretty bulletproof but the chassis’ have the issues on these. That coupled with the bland and pedestrian

Re: [MBZ] Hey Floyd / Max!

2019-06-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
rote: >> That looks pretty nice! Standard transmission! I'm not too crazy about >> the color, and the price is BaT-level, but it looks to be a fine example. >> >> Would need a close inspection to make sure this isn't an odometer roll-back. >> ----- >> Max &

[MBZ] Hey Floyd / Max!

2019-06-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Can’t believe you guys missed this: https://charleston.craigslist.org/pts/d/johns-island-mercedes-d-49k/6916316093.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Hoonday road trip

2019-06-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Just ask for the last 8 characters of the VIN. That’s all the dealer needs. -D > On Jun 20, 2019, at 9:08 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > So I send a message to this guy with the bad fuel tank pump E300. Is car > still available could you please send pic of the VIN. > >

Re: [MBZ] OT webcam

2019-06-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
My old security cameras that I keep operational do that as well. When a lightning strike occurs, I get five stills, with the middle one being the strike with everything lit like it was taken with IR black and white film. -D > On Jun 20, 2019, at 8:25 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes >

[MBZ] Fwd: Reply to thread 'Interesting Finds on Craigslist (No personal adverts please)'

2019-06-20 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This is the SL600 with the pano roof that’s near me: Begin forwarded message: > From: "Mercedes-Benz Forum" > Date: June 20, 2019 at 1:38:14 PM EDT > To: dan.pen...@gmail.com > Subject: Reply to thread 'Interesting Finds on Craigslist (No personal > adverts please)' > > > Dear LWB250, > >

Re: [MBZ] Locked Computer

2019-06-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
What OS is it running? That will determine how to unlock it. -D > On Jun 18, 2019, at 1:43 AM, archer75--- via Mercedes > wrote: > > > A friend gave me a new, locked Toshiba laptop for which he doesn't have a > password. > I seem to remember that such computers make good boat anchors but

Re: [MBZ] OT Bees

2019-06-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
u would need a lawyer for, right? >> >> -D >> >> >>> On Jun 14, 2019, at 4:45 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes >>> wrote: >>> >>> On 14/06/2019 3:42 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >>>> And what would one expect from a place where a

Re: [MBZ] I guess I was ignorant at some point too

2019-06-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
ing bolts between the manifold and >> the air cleaner too, I recall doing something with them ages ago, but >> don't recall specifically. I know they are on the turbo mounting >> bracket that regularly breaks. I do have a bunch of them in a bag >> somewhere, they were cheap w

Re: [MBZ] OT looking for a "new" car for friend

2019-06-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
What’s the fuel consumption like on the ML, assuming it’s the more common 320 (M112) engine? The ML500 I have sucks the juice. I didn’t expect it to be frugal, but after three tanks and a fairly light touch I’m barely getting in the top 16s. I realize there’s a lot of hardware in that

Re: [MBZ] I guess I was ignorant at some point too

2019-06-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Don’t know about that.. As I recall, the bracket was mounted directly to the manifold and then there were the rubber mounts in between the bracket and the air cleaner housing. On the OM617s, that is. I have no knowledge of the 240Ds in this regard. An aside - those little rubber standoffs are

Re: [MBZ] Plastic Welding Session

2019-06-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Thanks for the pointers, Grant! I’m not going to invest any more time or effort into this for now. The hole is closed up and the bumper is stabilized, which is really all I care about at this point. If I go any further I’ll drop the $275 or so on Amazon for a new aftermarket bumper and rattle

Re: [MBZ] OT Bees

2019-06-14 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
And what would one expect from a place where a “full meal deal” is as little as $3? Sorry, no sympathy here. -D > On Jun 14, 2019, at 4:20 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Friend of mine was in the state where yankees go to die (hi Poos) and got > food poisoning last month, he

Re: [MBZ] The Details

2019-06-14 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
You guys are cold. Let’s see, three of the cars I own I’ve had for two years or more (both W210s) and the SL500 has been around for over five. You’re all wrong. Time will tell. -D > On Jun 14, 2019, at 10:11 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes > wrote: > > I'm gonna say its gone by Christmas...

Re: [MBZ] OT Bees

2019-06-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Then you don’t want to read about this guy... https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/wild-bee-keeping -D > On Jun 13, 2019, at 1:50 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > How do people end up in this line of work? I cannot imagine getting stung > with regularity... > > When I was

Re: [MBZ] Check out this LWB

2019-06-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It’s been for sale around here for a while. It’s a beater. No AC, either. Trust me, with all that glass those things are like a greenhouse on a sunny day. -D > On Jun 13, 2019, at 8:58 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Yep just down the road > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >>

Re: [MBZ] R129 Motor Mounts

2019-06-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I love this car. > > Come visit and drive it! > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On Jun 10, 2019, at 7:10 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Methinks the Dutch guy is talking out of his bottom. There’s nothing in the >> R129 history that

Re: [MBZ] Transmission Pan Magnet

2019-06-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Don’t know. I ordered one on my weekly stock order. I’ll report back when I get it. -D > On Jun 10, 2019, at 7:56 AM, MG via Mercedes wrote: > > I like that. It looks a lot thiner then the round ones. Is it a rubbery thing > or actual metal like the doughnuts? > > MG > > Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] R129 Motor Mounts

2019-06-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Methinks the Dutch guy is talking out of his bottom. There’s nothing in the R129 history that suggests Porsche was ever involved with the design or production. The engine compartment on that car is pretty big, even for the M119, so I don’t see where Mercedes would need assistance in dropping an

Re: [MBZ] A Nice R129/SL600

2019-06-10 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It’s not bad considering they have records and it’s a V12. If it was a V8 I would agree. Excellent color, too. -D > On Jun 10, 2019, at 6:36 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Quite an ambitious price > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On Jun 9, 2019, at 8:18 PM, Dan Penoff via

Re: [MBZ] Small world - Benz Edition

2019-06-07 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I think you nailed it for some of us, Grant. I’ve always got to have “something to do”, which translates into a projects or projects. I can’t just sit around doing nothing like watching TV, for example. I would go crazy in short order. -D > On Jun 7, 2019, at 2:02 PM, G Mann via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] OT MacRumors Forums: iOS 13, macOS Catalina, and new Mac Pro

2019-06-06 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
All true. I’m wondering how many people in the video production biz are going to forget all this and move back or abandoned the workflows they have at present. I think Apple burned a lot of very, very important bridges when they abandoned the cheesegrater and went to the trash can. -D > On

[MBZ] Really?

2019-06-06 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
A 1987 300D that didn’t reach reserve at over $14k? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-mercedes-benz-300td-9/?utm_source=dailymail_medium=email_campaign=2019-06-06 It is a nice car, but I’m stunned it would have a reserve over this much. -D ___

Re: [MBZ] Cleaning Injectors

2019-06-05 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
But more importantly, can you clean your Jet A nozzles with Hoppe’s? I like to dab a little behind each ear for that “just came from the range” smell. -D > On Jun 5, 2019, at 12:58 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > Just happens, I have more than passing experience with fuel nozzles used

Re: [MBZ] 7 Days to Go

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Depending on where this one ends up, yes, quite possibly. I’ve got maybe a month’s worth of work left on it. I’ll gladly take this and turn it around to generate the revenue necessary to procure an even better example if the market is this stupid. -D > On Jun 4, 2019, at 1:35 PM, Rick Knoble

[MBZ] 7 Days to Go

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
And it’s already at $15,000. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1966-mercedes-benz-230s-3/ -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] More flooding news

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
That’s pretty much how I felt. Funny thing - in Sheboygan WI, a city of roughly 50k people, there were at least 12 cardiologists in the Yellow Pages. I found that to be telling. -D > On Jun 4, 2019, at 12:32 PM, Curt Raymond wrote: > > I had one, I was running (plodding) and started to have

Re: [MBZ] OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
nd I made him uncomfortable. > > What is this Lt wacko seat story? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Jun 4, 2019, at 9:29 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Dang, I had completely forgotten about that! >> >> I remember the first RustyQu

Re: [MBZ] OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Dang, I had completely forgotten about that! I remember the first RustyQue. I had to room with a Richarde, and he was smoking these gawdawful clove cigarettes. Ugh. Riding around in a caravan going to the Benz knacker guy’s place (what was his name? Dave?) watching Kaleb and Jabba get lost.

Re: [MBZ] The effects of crack: Buy my clapped out POS 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
With a crashbox maybe. There’s one on BAT right now that’s only at $2900 with 5 days to go. It’s got over 200k on the clock, I think, which is probably putting some people off. -D > On Jun 4, 2019, at 9:48 AM, Meade Dillon via Mercedes > wrote: > > Definitely crack. Not even a manual

Re: [MBZ] OT: How long have you been here? Csn you remember?

2019-06-04 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I was one of the early list members in Richarde’s lists, the dates I don’t recall, maybe the mid 1990s? An original Hitler list member, too, but not the first to be banned. Before Richarde I was on the Vet’s list among others. I can recall doing BBS stuff on Mercedes with a dial up modem

Re: [MBZ] ***SPAM*** RE: ***SPAM*** OT: "Signal" App

2019-05-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Have you bothered to go into your Google account and minimize the data they can collect? Using Activity Controls and Ad Settings can cut down significantly on the data they have access to. After that you use their Takeout tool to download your data history and clean that out, too. There are

Re: [MBZ] SL top

2019-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
You should have the wrench for installing/removing the top manually. If you don’t you need to get one. It’s not difficult to use once you know how. -D > On May 29, 2019, at 9:24 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes > wrote: > > The car has it's own on it now, I have not pulled it off yet. The

Re: [MBZ] "Weird" Steering Wheel

2019-05-29 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’ll grab a screen shot later in the day. Sorry. -D > On May 29, 2019, at 6:52 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Have to set up an account and log in > > --FT > Sent from iPhone > >> On May 29, 2019, at 5:06 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Someone remarked about

Re: [MBZ] poosmobile

2019-05-28 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Looks like a nice driver quality car. It will be interesting to see where it ends up. -D > On May 28, 2019, at 1:40 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Not bad but not great either. Rejuvenating the wood dash is the biggest > expense. > > On Tue, May 28, 2019 at 8:51 AM Floyd

Re: [MBZ] And Another ML Question...

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
with the active suspension. > > MG > > Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> This car has xenon headlights. A part of this system is two level sensors, >> one at the front and one at the rear. The sensor is bolted to the vehicle >> frame and a lever on the sensor, using

Re: [MBZ] Next ML Question

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
. -D > On May 22, 2019, at 1:26 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > > check front too > they may have moved tires around > > >> On 22/05/2019 12:03 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Is there an easy way to determine if there’s a bad wheel bearin

Re: [MBZ] Next ML Question

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Is there an easy way to determine if there’s a bad wheel bearing? I’ve looked over the bushings and suspension and didn’t see anything worn or amiss. I’ll try and post a picture of the tire tread later today. It’s weird. Thanks! -D > On May 22, 2019, at 11:31 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes >

[MBZ] And Another ML Question...

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This car has xenon headlights. A part of this system is two level sensors, one at the front and one at the rear. The sensor is bolted to the vehicle frame and a lever on the sensor, using much like a sway bar link, is connected to the lower control arm at that location. I found the rear sensor

[MBZ] Next ML Question

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
So the right rear tire has some really weird wear on it. Inboard part of the tread is really worn while the outside part of the tread isn’t, maybe 3/16 variation in tread height. It doesn’t look even, either, like it’s scalloped. I don’t see anything amiss with the wheel, like curb rash, that

Re: [MBZ] Today's ML500 Abuse

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
> Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 22, 2019, at 8:05 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I think it’s got an electric fan on the back of the radiator. I’ll have to >> look, but I’m pretty sure that’s the setup. >> >> I can see where that migh

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
tread is stiff enough that > you can push the plug in. > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Wed, May 22, 2019 at 8:55 AM Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> >> Should I let most of the pressure out of the tire before I pull the nail >> o

Re: [MBZ] Today's ML500 Abuse

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
r fan clutch or the electric fan on the back side of > the radiator like the 99 and up e320? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 22, 2019, at 7:56 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I ask my parts guy to check the EPC for me with the VIN. >>

Re: [MBZ] Today's ML500 Abuse

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
via Mercedes > wrote: > > I will take a look at mine. All of them I have seen has had an aux fan. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 22, 2019, at 7:14 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> DING DING DING! >> >> We have a

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Pretty much my thought. Should I let most of the pressure out of the tire before I pull the nail out? It’s been easily 40 years since I plugged a tire. I have no recollection of the process... -D On May 22, 2019, at 3:04 AM, fmiser via Mercedes wrote: >> Dan--- wrote: > >> The question is,

Re: [MBZ] Today's ML500 Abuse

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
DING DING DING! We have a winner!! Unless there’s something I’m not familiar with on this model, the car has no auxiliary fan in front of the condenser. I found a double fan setup in the EPC, but for the life of me I couldn’t find abandoned wires or connectors. If anyone out there with an

Re: [MBZ] Today's ML500 Abuse

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Getting warm. No aux battery, that’s the main (only) one. Coolant tank is full of plain water, which is why you don’t see anything. What about the AC condenser? -D > On May 22, 2019, at 5:51 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > AC condenser? Charger hooked up to the auxiliary battery?

Re: [MBZ] Today's ML500 Abuse

2019-05-22 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Bt! No winners yet. Keep trying -D > On May 21, 2019, at 11:32 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > There is a big ugly black plastic thing where there should be an engine. > > Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote on 5/21/19 9:32 PM: >> >> One more thing… >> >> Take a look at this

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

2019-05-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’m torn because this is clearly a roofing nail that’s been in the tire for some miles, as the head is well worn. The question is, do I pull it out and plug the hole, or just leave it alone? After all, as the head wears off I would expect it’s even less likely to come out, as less mass would

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

2019-05-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
> getting there on Budweiser which was like $2 a 6... > > --FT > >> On 5/21/19 1:25 PM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> Maybe it *was* “fox”. >> >> Yum. >> >> -D >> >> On May 21, 2019, at 1:03 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes >>

Re: [MBZ] Plugging Tires

2019-05-21 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Maybe it *was* “fox”. Yum. -D On May 21, 2019, at 1:03 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: >>> You wasted good beer on a tire? > >> Who said it was GOOD beer? > > My two favorite beers were "cold" and "free"... > > Worst beer I ever drank was warm Fox Deluxe. > > Rick >

Re: [MBZ] ML500 Marthamania!

2019-05-20 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’m going to run a screw into it just so it seals and I can move the car around without worrying about loosing break petal. -D > On May 20, 2019, at 2:53 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have successfully removed bleeder screws by heating with a mapp gas torch, > and quenching

Re: [MBZ] 300CD part puzzle

2019-05-18 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
It’s OE only, or from a breaker. -D > On May 18, 2019, at 12:12 PM, Dwight Giles wrote: > > Yes exactly. Thanks. Any ideas,on sources? > > Dwight Giles Jr. > Wickford RI > >> On Sat, May 18, 2019, 11:47 AM Dan Penoff via Mercedes >> wrote: >> Are you talking about the rubber part that runs

Re: [MBZ] Am I Being Unrealistic?

2019-05-17 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Temporary diversion. I’ve been doing nothing but major work on the Finnie. I need a break from springs and suspension stuff. I also need a standby/backup car in the event any of the daily drivers have to be taken off the road. This is a perfect choice, and I get the ability to tow with it,

[MBZ] 2002 ML500

2019-05-16 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Anything to watch out for on this model? Chassis is no problem, just wondering about the engine. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] ML for Towing?

2019-05-15 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Cool! Thanks! -D > On May 15, 2019, at 10:18 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > >> On May 15, 2019 at 8:53 AM Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> >> >> So the early MLs don’t care about taillight/brake light connections, >> correct? That woul

Re: [MBZ] You have to laugh, but....

2019-05-15 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Interesting point. I don’t think I’ve ever hit 300k on one of my cars, but I’ve been close. -D > On May 14, 2019, at 11:18 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > My 300TD shows 373,000. > > On Tue, May 14, 2019 at 9:28 PM Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com>

Re: [MBZ] ML for Towing?

2019-05-15 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
So the early MLs don’t care about taillight/brake light connections, correct? That would be a 163, right? -D > On May 14, 2019, at 10:03 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I put a Curt hitch on the W164 for a bike rack. it mounted to the factory > points. To hook in lights and

Re: [MBZ] OT: Detective stories, James Bond, and Spys (for the readers and SC boys)

2019-05-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I like “The Man Who Never Was”. Excellent book, first class story. Nazi suckers! -D > On May 13, 2019, at 2:28 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > Finished a very interesting book. THe story itself is quite interesting, and > the references in the text to authors, and their

Re: [MBZ] So this happened, it was kinda funny

2019-05-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
What Mitch says. I stick with MB inserts for the most part, go to Rock Atuo’s closeout section for anything else. You can score some screaming deals on wipers there. -D > On May 13, 2019, at 12:33 PM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > For Monowiper and W140 I buy MBZ. > For other

Re: [MBZ] Uh Oh

2019-05-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I’m not lurking on that FB group. I’m involved with too many online forums as it is. I really despise FB, but there are a couple of groups I want to keep an eye on, so I belong to them and that’s it. Someone in the W123 group sent me a copy of the person’s “request for recommendation” looking

Re: [MBZ] Uh Oh

2019-05-13 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Exactly. And it’s “champagne “. I’ve never seen a 240D in that color. He said he’ll pay to have someone check it out. I’m thinking $100? -D > On May 13, 2019, at 7:03 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes > wrote: > > Mismatched paint? Numerous dings in the side? No passenger mirror? No > underhood

Re: [MBZ] Next finnie project for Poos

2019-05-11 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
That sure looks like an M127 to me, but I’ll defer to your knowledge. I didn’t realize the M127 was FI only. They did look very similar to each other I wish the darned love bugs would go away. I’ve done all this work to the Finnie and I can’t drive it unless I want a layer of the little

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: MBZ Box truck

2019-05-11 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I know what you can do Take the box off and sit it in the ground to use for storage, like a shipping container. Make a set of ramps for the frame and turn it into a car hauler. You’re welcome. -D who is about to commence smoking a boatload of food for tonight and tomorrow’s Mother’s Day

Re: [MBZ] OT TRUE rolling coal!

2019-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
You guys better quit posting the train porn or MMM is liable to blow out his ticker. -D > On May 9, 2019, at 2:53 PM, Curley McLain via Mercedes > wrote: > > > #844 in 2012. My photo > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] 1983 240D

2019-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
des > wrote: > > Assuming you get it I call right of first refusal when you are done with > it. > > Dan--- via Mercedes wrote on 5/9/19 1:51 PM: >> The one I looked at on Monday - made the owner an offer of $1600. They’re >> supposed to get bac

[MBZ] 1983 240D

2019-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
The one I looked at on Monday - made the owner an offer of $1600. They’re supposed to get back to me later today. https://sarasota.craigslist.org/cto/d/bradenton-1983-mercedes-240d/6880347647.html Did I mention they had records all the way back to the purchase? -D

Re: [MBZ] Compressor seal part numbers?

2019-05-09 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
I don’t recall having to use one on the Nippondenso compressor on my W126. -D > On May 9, 2019, at 7:50 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > > I only recall needing a puller for the Nippondenso clutch. Ended up making > one. Story: > >

Re: [MBZ] Oh now it's Trade for fishing boat

2019-05-08 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
So the deer hit it? With what? -D > On May 8, 2019, at 2:09 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > no loballers i no what i got > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2311733485733559/ > > $1,800 > > 84 Mercedes Benz 300d turbo diesel runs good and drives good . Was hit by a >

Re: [MBZ] 1994 e420 woes

2019-05-08 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This is NOT something you want to DIY. While you could rewire the harness, there are interior bits you can’t fix if bad or questionable that a rebuilder could/would. I can dig up the info on the guy in AL. He sells on eBay, too. Really, really good work, and quick turnaround, too. I’ve used

Re: [MBZ] 1994 e420 woes

2019-05-08 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This involves sending it to the guy in Alabama that rebuilds them and spending the $200 or so to make sure it’s 100%. It’s not a DIY repair. -D > On May 8, 2019, at 9:46 AM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Throttle body was a used take off. Does this involve busting out the >

Re: [MBZ] Tower Paint is Gone!

2019-05-03 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
This sucks if the new guys don’t do rattle cans. I know there are others, but I used Tower for decades as their stuff was always top quality. -D > On May 3, 2019, at 8:37 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes > wrote: > > Wow, you're right. > http://apstowerpaint.com/ was a valid link 6-8 months

[MBZ] Tower Paint is Gone!

2019-05-03 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Just went to send a link to their website to a coworker, and they’re gone! Looks like they got absorbed by some big national chain. Bummer. I contacted the new guys to see if they still offer the service. -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Copart SL500

2019-05-01 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Going to the GABC is a right of passage for the first visit to ANC. It harkens back to the days of the pipeline and the gold rush mentality of those times. I can recall being up there in the 80s after the pipeline was completed, and how badly the economy crashed. You would drive out into the

Re: [MBZ] Copart SL500

2019-04-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
Yours or hers? -D > On Apr 30, 2019, at 2:46 PM, Clay Monroe via Mercedes > wrote: > > I found the CoParts yard in town. That will spell disaster. SWMBA was > driving and I saw the sign, I exclaimed in a most happy manner, which caught > her attention. I had to explain what a superb find

Re: [MBZ] OT nextdoor.com

2019-04-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
om we organized a bit > and shared info about when the perps were showing up and then reviewing / > sharing security camera footage. That was useful. > - > Max > Charleston SC > > > On Tue, Apr 30, 2019 at 1:32 PM Dan--- via Mercedes > wrote: > >> Thank goodn

Re: [MBZ] OT: drove a Tesla

2019-04-30 Thread Dan--- via Mercedes
That’s channeling Kaleb. -D > On Apr 30, 2019, at 10:32 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Me too but sometimes I think their soul is that of a demon from hell > > --FT > >> On 4/30/19 10:24 AM, Dan--- via Mercedes wrote: >> I like my older

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