Re: [MBZ] W163 stuck in park

2023-09-01 Thread greg via Mercedes
Mine won't shift out of park unless I have my foot on the brake pedal. I assume it's a nanny device. Greg > So I move the 2003 ML350 to mow under it, and the brake pedal has no > resistance. > And there was a squirrel under the hood, so probably a chewed brake > hose. > Grrr. > > After mowing, I

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: wow. Mercedes 190SL Solex Carburetor PHH 44 OEM original W121 matched pair 2 Original, $3, 200

2023-07-04 Thread greg via Mercedes
Well, what do you expect at that steep discount ;-) ? Greg > "not rusted, corroded or cracked" > > w/ close-up photos of corroded carburetors > > On Tue, Jul 4, 2023, at 11:20, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >> Used?  Original box? >> >> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/677719044178

Re: [MBZ] Happy Birthday America!

2023-07-04 Thread greg via Mercedes
I hope there will be many more! > > --FT > Sent from iFōn___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://mail.okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] OT: Norway's near-total adoption of electric vehicles

2023-05-09 Thread greg via Mercedes
Doesn't Norway have a super abundant supply of geothermal energy producing nearly free electricity? Quite a different situation here. Greg > Sorry to interrupt the ongoing reviews of over priced used Mercedes, but I > found this interesting - not what I expected: > > "Norway is more than a decad

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Making a Mistake, Voiding a Warranty

2023-05-06 Thread greg via Mercedes
Or, if he drained it into a CLEAN container, just pour it back in! > If he drained it into a container, let it cool to ambient temperature, > measure how much was drained out, and put that same amount back. > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archi

Re: [MBZ] O.T.ish. Drill Bits

2023-05-03 Thread greg via Mercedes
One clue for quality is that the Taiwanese stuff is usually better IME. Greg > Yeah Harbor Freight is hit and miss. Some of their stuff is absolute junk, > other items are quite good. > > ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieb

Re: [MBZ] O.T.ish. Drill Bits

2023-05-03 Thread greg via Mercedes
I like the big sets of cheap bits. When they are worn or are not up to the job I replace them with Latrobe (high Cobalt alloy). So my cheap bits container has all the most used bits replaced with really good ones. Greg > I suppose I’ll see how they function. They got through the metal studs > t

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Damn

2023-05-02 Thread greg via Mercedes
Otis Redding too, a great R&B artist. Greg > Harry Belefonte died recently. To be honest I didn't realize he was still > alive... > > -Curt > > On Monday, May 1, 2023 at 11:15:50 PM EDT, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > > > > > All the old 60s and 70s dudes and dudettes are kicking or

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT 5spd brick NO TITLE 1988 Volvo 240 Manual trans 5spd Rear wheel drive

2023-04-15 Thread greg via Mercedes
The "brick" appellation reminds me of a long-ago online community I used to belong to called "swedishbricks" back in my Volvo days. > Asking $2k might be worth $1k but my buddy who's into these says $500 > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/743812540577577 > > -- > --FT __

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: I have never seen an old console stereo like this before

2022-12-23 Thread greg via Mercedes
> Is Marantz still the best name in tuners? > I believe they were bought out and their current stuff is not anything special. My brother had a good friend who was an engineer for Marantz back in the day. He picked out a tuner that tested nearly perfect which is now in my brother's possession. Gre

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT driving while stupid

2022-12-15 Thread greg via Mercedes
I carried a Glock 19 daily for many years, and this is the first I'm hearing of a self-firing one. The only "failure" I'm aware of is the tendency to go full auto. That happened at the range once. But even then it was easy to control. If a trigger catches on any weapon it may fire. Even a pocket p

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Parts cleaner

2022-11-14 Thread greg via Mercedes
Biodiesel (B99) is a better, safer solvent than diesel. I use that in my passive dunk type bucket with a strainer inside. It works well. Greg > I was thinking that a small parts cleaner would be useful. I see this one > and it seems to be basically a box with a tray and some sort of > submersible

Re: [MBZ] Eufy S40 SoloCam

2022-11-08 Thread greg via Mercedes
I can't imagine anything smoother or more reliable than my 50+ year-old 870, but I'll take your word for it! Greg > I'm partial to my Remington 31, the smoothest pump action shotgun ever > made. They're very hard to find though. Mine is almost 100 years old and > still busting birds. I blew it on

Re: [MBZ] Bladeless Wind Turbines - wave of the future?

2022-11-05 Thread greg via Mercedes
That was my initial thought also. I think gen IV reactors may produce more energy :-). Let's get REAL. Wind nor solar will replace fossil fuel. Greg > On 2022-11-05 14:42, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: >> >> Though they are lighter and cheaper, they are less efficient at >> capturing wind e

Re: [MBZ] OT: Flooded Tesla EVs From Hurricane Ian Exploding All Over Florida

2022-10-10 Thread greg via Mercedes
My Mercedes also has no chinese parts. Greg > The only EV pollution metrics that count are _lifetime_ numbers, > that include what it costs to make the car, charge the car over > its life, and the emissions when it inevitably catches fire and > burns to the ground, seats, tires, and all. > > "My

Re: [MBZ] OT Recon

2022-09-30 Thread greg via Mercedes
Glad to hear everyone's ok down there! Greg > Looking at the radar it looks like all the rain has passed inland now and > the “center” (there is no other rain besides what was on the north > side) is now sitting right on the beach up the way a bit. Nothing much > going on here, no rain no win

Re: [MBZ] OT: Dinner

2022-09-27 Thread greg via Mercedes
I'm gonna guess waterfowl, maybe a Wood Duck. There's not much wild game you want to eat bloody rare. Greg > Lets give the game one more day, I'm not surprised nobody has gotten this > one yet. > > I'll give 2 hints, one is that I shot the critter here in MA. That rules > out elk, moose, caribou,

Re: [MBZ] Poos

2022-09-24 Thread greg via Mercedes
I hope youse guys all stay safe! Greg reverting to his Brooklyn accent > It looks like it will then head up to the vast estate late next week. > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On Sep 23, 2022, at 11:16 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> It appears that Poos might get hit with

[MBZ] (no subject)

2022-09-20 Thread greg via Mercedes
Canadian accent for sure. Lots of Canadians living in the US. Greg > Are you sure? He was talking about going to Philadelphia to buy another > Bluetec. He would have a tough time getting it over the border. > > -D > > On Sep 20, 2022, at 2:28 PM, Andrew Strasfogel > mailto:astrasfo...@gmail.com>>

Re: [MBZ] Tool Boxes

2022-09-08 Thread greg via Mercedes
I bought one from Costco. I was impressed with the ball bearings, but it was missing a key. I negotiated a discount because of the key. The plus was that the company (Gladiator?) was part of Whirlpool, so they sent me a free key. The minus is that the thickness of the sheet metal is mostly paint, s

Re: [MBZ] Didn't Someone Among us Have One of These?

2022-09-04 Thread greg via Mercedes
Someone else mentioned it, but I also had one. I bought it cheap, it had a head gasket leak. It was not one of my better deals. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery option

Re: [MBZ] OT: Wood stove

2022-08-27 Thread greg via Mercedes
That being said, I have a traditional style "airtight" stove, IIRC it is "Earth Stove" brand. It utilizes convection vents on either side, and is fully lined with firebrick. My home is around 2,700 sq. ft. and has a heat pump, but I run the stove to supplement the heat during sub-freezing temps. On

Re: [MBZ] OT: Wood stove

2022-08-26 Thread greg via Mercedes
For efficiency, pellet stoves are a good bet. They are very popular here in the PNW. A typical setup here is a pellet stove backed up by resistance baseboard heat. They require less attention than a traditional woodstove and utilize waste products of lumbermills. Greg > For a variety of reasons

[MBZ] Oil Filter Change?

2022-08-17 Thread greg via Mercedes
I put only a few K miles on between changes. IIRC back in the day the advise was to change filters every other oil change. Is it necessary to change an oil filter by time rather than mileage? Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://w

Re: [MBZ] OT doctors

2022-08-10 Thread greg via Mercedes
I think if that were my dr. I would fire him. My further thoughts: it's a localized supply/demand issue. I have a really good internist and a super cardiologist. I am sure either one could earn much more in NY or BOS. The internist's wife is also an MD and they each work 3 days. The cardio is a tr

Re: [MBZ] Comfort Level with Older Tires

2022-08-09 Thread greg via Mercedes
I would say that climate conditions are a critical factor. Heat and UV are the primary enemies. I would think a truck stored outdoors in AZ would age tires much faster than here in the PNW. I would certainly inspect closely for signs of heat/sunlight damage. Greg > My ‘05 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4 SL

[MBZ] Novavax COVID

2022-06-08 Thread greg via Mercedes
Hi: This was just approved by FDA. Anyone have any thoughts on this (allegedly) conventional protein vaccine? I stopped with Pfizer's shots when I had a severe reaction (angina) 12 days after the second dose, but would like more real protection. Can this be trusted? Greg _

Re: [MBZ] 61x starter replacement

2022-06-04 Thread greg via Mercedes
Some years back I did a 240D starter from the top. Getting to the fasteners was easier, but IIRC pulling the starter up through the available space was tricky. Greg > At some point I am going to need to replace the starter on a 240D. It > looks like there is enough room to do it from above. Is t

Re: [MBZ] OT: anyone using an under-counter water filter?

2022-05-29 Thread greg via Mercedes
I just use the filter in the fridge for drinking water and for cooking. Water for pasta cooking comes out of the tap. The tap water in Vancouver, WA is pretty good, but the filtered water tastes better. When I cook pasta, the last 1/3 of the cooking time is in the sauce, infusing the pasta with the

Re: [MBZ] OT: Unrestored 1966 AMC Rambler Ambassador 880 - $16,500

2022-05-26 Thread greg via Mercedes
Back in '69-'70 I sold cars at a VW dealer. We had some interesting used cars come in during the time I was there: a couple of XKEs, some muscle cars like a chevy 409, GTOs. I drove a Fleetwood Broughm for a while. But the ONLY car I remember the used car manager getting excited about was a Rambler

Re: [MBZ] Gas Prices

2022-05-25 Thread greg via Mercedes
premium is $5.239 today at my Costco. OTOH, they rebated me $246 for a pair of my 4 year-old Michelins on their road hazard warranty. One tire damaged, had to replace 2. Greg > Funny, it’s $4.35/gallon for unleaded at Sam’s Club in Flagstaff. > Premium is $4.65. > > -D > >> On May 24, 2022,

Re: [MBZ] Rotten tires

2022-05-22 Thread greg via Mercedes
My ML manual tells me not to drive more than 50 mi. on the spare. H. Greg > Folks > > I used a brand new 1984 300d spare …. It still had the nubs on it … > brand new. > > This was about 2015 ….. it tore apart after maybe 50 miles > > Don’t use old tires is my advice … even if they a

[MBZ] W163 Spare Carrier

2022-05-17 Thread greg via Mercedes
Wow! The carrier came down pretty easily, the safety latch was easily discovered and released. The spring loaded device holding the tire in place separated in two when I twisted it with a lever, but reassembled ok with a light mallet blow. Getting the carrier back up...NOT so easy! I t slid back

Re: [MBZ] New rubbers

2022-05-14 Thread greg via Mercedes
Funny enough with all the recent complaints about slow deliveries and non-deliveries: I ordered the tires yesterday afternoon, they showed up on my doorstep this morning! G > That is the problem I'm facing now. I hit something that destroyed one > tire on the '02 ML320. Michelin LTX from Costco.

Re: [MBZ] New rubbers

2022-05-14 Thread greg via Mercedes
That is the problem I'm facing now. I hit something that destroyed one tire on the '02 ML320. Michelin LTX from Costco. I called Costco about the warranty from 4 yrs. ago. The tire is NLA. According to the manual, the tires on each side must be the same, but front and rear axles may be different.

Re: [MBZ] Another one bites the dust

2022-05-08 Thread greg via Mercedes
I think we have to start by building some mental hospitals and get the dangerous crazies, thieves, and drug addicts off the streets. We will need more prisons for a while also, while we figure out how to attack "the root causes". Greg > > The question is, what actions can we take? > > -MMM- > ___

Re: [MBZ] Another one bites the dust

2022-05-08 Thread greg via Mercedes
My belief is that there is rampant mental illness among some segments of society. A large part of this mental illness is caused by the severe cognitive dissonance they experience when their propagandists repeat falsities until they believe the false is true...but their lying eyes try to tell them t

Re: [MBZ] OT How far can a Nissan Murano go with no coolant?

2022-03-26 Thread greg via Mercedes
People have been trained to ignore the appearance of impending doom since the fact-checkers keep telling us that "everything is awesome". Greg > Was driving this afternoon, there was NM in front of me, I smelled > coolant then noticed it was spraying out from under the NM.  I caught up > to the

Re: [MBZ] Retired

2022-03-24 Thread greg via Mercedes
Congrats! Greg > As of 1730 March 18, 2022, my 37 year career of making ‘lectricity was > done. It hasn’t sunk in yet, I still feel like I’m just taking time > off. > What few, basic plans that we made for what we wanted to do upon retiring > have had the Kabash thrown on them for the time

Re: [MBZ] OT: Dexter watch offer

2022-03-21 Thread greg via Mercedes
Ugly, busy, hard to read. Alloy case? What alloy? Perhaps Zamak. You should NOT. Greg > I own about a dozen retro self wind and other (mostly Wittnauer and > Longines) wrist watches but am tempted to add this newfangled watch to my > collection. Should I? > https://technigadgets.net/products/d

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** OT: Aluminum Watch

2022-03-19 Thread greg via Mercedes
I have a nice titanium eco-drive chronograph that needs a new movement that has been waiting for me to get it done. In the meantime, I have been wearing a nice titanium Invicta quartz chrono. Unfortunately, the crown pulled out completely during the time change, and I am unable to set the time. Now

[MBZ] WAY OT: "The Repair Shop"

2022-03-11 Thread greg via Mercedes
In a desperate attempt to avoid news media, I have been searching for more emotionally neutral TV material. I stumbled across a British series that I believe many of you will enjoy. In a thatched barn in rural England a bunch of talented restorers have set up shop to rebuild and restore peoples' o

Re: [MBZ] Was Oil, now Bread Machine

2022-03-11 Thread greg via Mercedes
<https://ia800604.us.archive.org/11/items/PanasonicBreadMakerSDYD250Manual/Panasonic%20Bread%20Maker%20SD-YD250%20Manual.pdf> > Does this limit you to 2 lb. loaves or can it bake smaller sizes? > > On Thu, Mar 10, 2022 at 5:05 PM greg via Mercedes > wrote: > >> I

Re: [MBZ] Was Oil, now Bread Machine

2022-03-10 Thread greg via Mercedes
I did a bit of research many years back and found recommendations for a Japanese made Panasonic SD-YD250. I sourced one cheap on CL; and it's been churning out loaves for years. Greg > On 09/03/2022 12:40 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: >> >> The flour goes mostly to pizzas, our bread machin

Re: [MBZ] 5 Best Mercedes SUVs to buy and 5 to avoid

2022-03-09 Thread greg via Mercedes
>From the article: <> I am not aware that the engine in the ML 320 is any sort of a problem. People smarter than me say it's "bulletproof". Greg > https://www.hotcars.com/5-best-mercedes-benz-suvs-you-can-buy-used-5-to-avoid-at-all-costs/ > ___ > http://www.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Flour

2022-03-09 Thread greg via Mercedes
I mill my own flour with the Family Grain Mill attachment for my commercial grade KitchenAid stand mixer. I just ordered a case of hard red winter wheat from the LDS store, and a 25# bag of rye from Amazon. The wheat is in cans with a 30 year shelf life. I vacuum seal the rye into half-gallon mason

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Anyone have an opinion on Beck Arnley parts?

2022-03-02 Thread greg via Mercedes
They are not a manufacturer. They sell others' products, and their selections are fairly ok. Greg > I want to replace the center bearing and support on the driveshaft in my > car. > > Rock Auto has Beck Arnley. Is that going to be as good as any other? > > Randy > > > __

Re: [MBZ] WiFi extender

2022-02-21 Thread greg via Mercedes
Another difference is that a mesh router setup does not lose speed as regular extenders do. Most extenders cut bandwidth in half. Greg > A mesh network is a series of routers and extenders that are easier to > deploy - just do it. > > On Sun, Feb 20, 2022 at 8:08 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <

Re: [MBZ] HF Pittsburgh torque wrenches, any good?

2021-07-24 Thread greg via Mercedes
If you're happy with the results of your beam-type, you can use it to "calibrate" your HF wrenches. I have a couple of the HFs, they seem ok. Greg > I have a 1/2" beam-type torque wrench. I like the simplicity of it but it > can be hard to use when the wrench position has the scale facing away f

[MBZ] HELP! Coolant Leak ML320

2021-07-20 Thread greg via Mercedes
Leak seems to be coming from a little gizmo on the front of the engine. I have a vid showing the leak. Can anyone help with a diagnosis? TIA Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To s

Re: [MBZ] ML350 hits a tree

2021-07-18 Thread greg via Mercedes
How could that happen to a W163? Wouldn't the frame hold the front and back together? Greg > and splits in half, killing 4 > > https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/4-people-dead-after-terrible-single-vehicle-accident-splits-car-in-half/ar-AAMhL2Y?li=BBnb7Kz > > -- > OK Don > > "Whenever you find

Re: [MBZ] Master cylinder

2021-07-17 Thread greg via Mercedes
FWIW I bought a Dorman manifold crossover for my '95 Crown Vic a while back. It was good quality. Things change over time. Greg > The brake master cylinder seems to be failing on my old toada sienna > family > truckster. This vehicle is too old to justify the price of an OE one, so > I’m cons

Re: [MBZ] Okie shop flooded

2021-07-11 Thread greg via Mercedes
My house in the PNW has "French Drains" which prevent my garage from flooding. What you are describing sounds like basically the same thing. > Yeah dig a trench around the perimeter of the building, put in some > gravel then a drain pipe with gravel over, then connect it to a drain > going out t

Re: [MBZ] OT Web Browser Privacy

2021-07-09 Thread greg via Mercedes
Those look like good recommendations...Thanks! Greg > What is the issue with FF? I use it, but I have several ad-ons that help > to insure a bit of privacy. > > See the attached screenshot for details. > > That is my mobile browser. My laptop is setup very similar. It is amazing > how many script

Re: [MBZ] Physics Was: OT - Ammo

2021-07-01 Thread greg via Mercedes
But the lighter bullet will use a faster burning powder than the heavy bullet, and I wouldn't be surprised if most of the energy in the powder is lost to inefficiency. Greg > Energy in the bullet comes from whatever the charge has minus any losses. > Not sure how a smaller bullet could gain more

Re: [MBZ] OT proud papa

2021-06-17 Thread greg via Mercedes
Congrats! Parenting success is the BEST kind! Greg > The boy child graduated his pulmonary critical care fellowship at Stanford > yesterday as Chief Fellow. Off to DC area for “real” job in a few > weeks. If you’re ever in Fairfax VA and find yourself dying, look him > up! > > Somehow I gue

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT reverse crank call - missed oportunity

2021-06-15 Thread greg via Mercedes
Um...this is the first I've heard of this. Apparently this directive was issued in '04, and I retired in '08 after 32 years in DOJ and DHS. >From what I see on the 'netz, the order is about consistency of credentials; so to be able to confirm identity from looking at credentials. I'm not sure how

Re: [MBZ] OT: Who would have guessed?

2021-06-15 Thread greg via Mercedes
<<...dogs were once bred to cook, according to *Popular Science’s* podcast...>> I used to read the Asian news for intel. I came across an item once about a Korean woman who was killed while chasing a dog across traffic. It made me wonder whether it was a pet or... Greg > *necessity is the mot

[MBZ] OT: Truck Wheel-Well Replacement Parts?

2021-04-25 Thread greg via Mercedes
Hi: I just had a request from my B-I-L for a source for rivet-on wheel well replacement parts for a Chevy pickup. He is out in Eastern LI NY. Anybody know a good source for these parts? TIA Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http:/

Re: [MBZ] Well this is unique -- 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class SLK 230 Roadster 2D, $650

2021-04-04 Thread greg via Mercedes
So did the first seller leave the date blank on the signature line so it would appear you just bought it from him? (Otherwise they could see months had passed.) Greg > In Florida, an “open title” is a title held by the seller in the > previous owner’s name. In other words, I buy a car from

[MBZ] Blutec Class Action

2021-03-30 Thread greg via Mercedes
Just received a fat mailing to apply for a settlement of $$$. Anybody know about this? It applies to OM642 engines. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: ht

Re: [MBZ] Fumoto Drain Plugs

2021-03-15 Thread greg via Mercedes
I'm a Topsider (actually MityVac) guy, but have used the Fumoto on vehicles in the past and think they are great. Very nice quality. I put a neoprene hose onto the nipple to drain directly into recycling milk jugs for the county to pick up. Greg > We have undoubtedly had conversations about the

Re: [MBZ] OT - COVID Vaccine

2021-03-13 Thread greg via Mercedes
It looks to me like the dam has burst. After chasing appointments for weeks unsuccessfully, I received TWO opportunities within 10 minutes yesterday. I found an appointment at a county site in an inconvenient location, signed up of course. Within 10 minutes I had an email from my local clinic offer

Re: [MBZ] OT home carbonator

2021-03-09 Thread greg via Mercedes
I like it, but my cardiologist told me to avoid carbonated water. I keep an insulated bottle of filtered icewater by my side when at home. I drink a beer or soda (NOT Coke!) on rare occasion. Greg > Anybody rig up a home carbonation setup that does not involve installing a > whole soda fountain?

Re: [MBZ] OT: Here Is Why Texas Is Dark

2021-02-17 Thread greg via Mercedes
My suspicion is that the "plan" is to use solar/wind in lieu of fossil backup, but that the fossil backup could not come online because of the freeze. If the fossil fuel plants had been running, they would not have frozen. My guess is that the media and the Js are probably lying that the fossil fu

Re: [MBZ] Blizzard

2021-02-14 Thread greg via Mercedes
We've had more snow than I can remember for here, about 12" accumulation. There are lots of power outages just south of here, freezing rain has taken down trees. I'm lucky power has not been interrupted here, I should have an emergency supply of wood for the stove. Greg in the PNW > Blizzard is p

Re: [MBZ] Who is Near Good MB PnP?

2021-02-03 Thread greg via Mercedes
Even I can do it in under 5 min. And I have nowhere near Dan's skills! Greg > The rear bumper cover takes about 10 minutes to R&R. I think there are > four bolts and it slides right off (I’ve done it, just don’t recall > the details.) > > -D > > ___ ht

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Kirkland Oil, now Cooking Oil

2021-01-24 Thread greg via Mercedes
Funny that you mention cooking oil! The most recent EVOO I got from Costco is Italian Olive Oil that has a DOP certification. The quality and flavor is noticeably better than their previous oils. It has a distinctly fresher, fruity, peppery flavor. I also notice that the Vinaigrette dressing I ma

[MBZ] OT: More Aviation

2021-01-11 Thread greg via Mercedes
I recently watched a PBS 3-part mini series documentary on the history of Pan Am. I highly recommend it! Lots of stuff about Lindbergh and Sikorsky, the men and the aircraft. Greg ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/arc

Re: [MBZ] OT Happy Holidays

2020-12-25 Thread greg via Mercedes
I'll accept your Christmas wish even though I'm a Mercedes bungler more than expert! And back at y'all! As a 75+ vulnerable guy, I get to enjoy Christmas dinner alone, but can't complain. One son stopped by surprising me with an outdoor hangout on a mild day. He brought the groceries for a feas

Re: [MBZ] OT Covids vax

2020-12-19 Thread greg via Mercedes
It is not ad hominem to point to a track record of dishonesty and bias. While it is not proof of a lie, it is evidence that the NYT should not be trusted. Greg > I take my news where I find it. Are you disputing the facts in the > article? > Seems like direct quotes from the people involved sho

Re: [MBZ] Taps, Dies, and Allen Wrenches

2020-12-13 Thread greg via Mercedes
I have some cheap sets whose cutters get replaced with decent ones if they get used. Alternatively, I bet there are STLs for 3D printing for storage, if you have a friend close by with a 3D printer. I have one for a set of collets I made. Greg > I have a good assortment of taps, handles and a

Re: [MBZ] A Not So Good Stealership Service Experience With Der DoodleWagen

2020-12-11 Thread greg via Mercedes
Bitte, name-and-shame the culprit for us. So we can be forwarned! Greg > Hello Benzers. Yesterday was Lutgart’s turn to get her yearly oil change > and address the three recalls. This also included the A service which > comprised oel/filter, fuel filter change, inspection and tire pressure >

Re: [MBZ] Cars kill fish

2020-12-06 Thread greg via Mercedes
IMO there are many factors impacting salmon runs. Logging roads were placed adjacent to creeks in order to take advantage of the relatively level runs, multiplying the silting and polluting of the creeks. Loss of creekside vegetation causes warming of the water, which along with the silt and po

Re: [MBZ] OT anyone need a deuce-and-a-half?

2020-12-01 Thread greg via Mercedes
In my late teens I had a buddy whose dad was in some sort of vehicle business, in which this truck was to play a role. One night we borrowed it for a joyride. I recall him coasting it out of the driveway so we wouldn't wake anyone. Being a city kid at the time, I had zero driving experience on any

Re: [MBZ] OT new laptops

2020-12-01 Thread greg via Mercedes
On my ThinkPads, I just set the preference for "longest battery life" and leave them plugged in most of the time. The batteries seem to last forever showing 95-100% charge unless I'm using it somewhere without an outlet. I get a couple of hours on my W530. Greg > On 2020-12-01 11:43, OK Don via M

Re: [MBZ] OT: T-Mobile home wireless

2020-11-28 Thread greg via Mercedes
I use T-Mobile. I bought my own modem and router to save the rental. Greg > Well, I finally got T-Mo's service locator to work, and they offered to > sell me $50 internet, apparently from the tower 5 miles due north of me. > > For Kaleb or anybody else with this setup, how much range do you get >

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT beware of no-name or store-brand networking gear

2020-11-24 Thread greg via Mercedes
IME ASUS are good build quality. Greg > I’ve used Asus for a number of years and been very happy with them. > Avoid D-Link at all costs, as they’re cheaply built and do a lousy job > of keeping things up to date. I bought one of their routers some years > back and within four months of my pu

Re: [MBZ] OT Saab high-miler $300

2020-11-18 Thread greg via Mercedes
My model 99 EMS had constant problems with that switch. That, along with the rear shock towers rusting out were awful problems with that otherwise wonderful car. Greg > That would be an awesome beater, you should snag it > > I had this girlfriend for awhile who had some kind of old Saab, it was >

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Looks like I get to spend several days in the hospital

2020-11-13 Thread greg via Mercedes
The state legislatures have not yet determined that the elections were so messed up that they need to vote themselves. Greg > I have not watched the news lately so can somebody tell me if Trump won or > lost? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Nov 13, 2020, at 11:46 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercede

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: Looks like I get to spend several days in the hospital

2020-11-12 Thread greg via Mercedes
Get well soon! Greg > Been having shortness of breath after just walking. Last night got much > worse and had to cut a business trip short and go through ER. Apparently I > have “lots” of blood clots in the lungs. They are going to put in 2 > caths and run them up to my lungs to remove the cl

[MBZ] ***SPAM*** Re: OT: Wifi rebroadcasting

2020-11-12 Thread greg via Mercedes
2.4 GHz has a longer range fyi. Greg > I have an 802.11n signal in building 1. > I want to distribute that signal in building 2, 350' away. > > I have a couple of old laptops I could spare. > I'm thinking the easiest/cheapest thing I can do is put a long range USB > dongle on a laptop, plug a de