[MBZ] '95 SL500 Top Goes Up Half Way And Stops

2008-06-28 Thread Paul Nelson
When I put up the top on my SL500 it stops half way up and then the light on the button starts blinking. Has anyone seen this type of problem before? Paul '95 SL500 '85 380SL ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list spo

[MBZ] 1995 SL500 ASR ABS Lamp On

2008-06-06 Thread Paul Nelson
f 27 on it which when I looked it up in a document I found it said Rear front wheel speed sensors illogical which didn't make any sense to me. Anyone run into this situation and remedy? Regards Paul 1995 SL500 1985 380SL 1998 Corvette _

Re: [MBZ] [Vets] SLC pics are up w116 antenna mount

2008-03-02 Thread Paul Nelson
have now purchased a rebuilt working factory original Hirschmann Auta 6000 complete with fender bezel. The antenna rocks on the fender and does not line up right without the antenna motor being braced in some sort of way in the trunk. Can anybody help me? Paul Nelson New Orleans, LA

[MBZ] Windshield washer always running

2007-10-07 Thread Paul Nelson
Group I have a 95 SL500 and the windshield washer is running all the time. I don't know if this is the same, but I have noticed one of the headlamp wipers is not working either. Any suggestions and repair techniques? Thanks Paul '95 SL500 '85

Re: [MBZ] this is a great deal

2007-02-21 Thread Paul Nelson
erested in knowing more about this if anyone can offer some info. Is there a 450SEL chat room? Thanks. Paul -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin, Cox Auto Trader Sent: Tuesday, February 20, 2007 6:10 PM To: [EMAIL PROT

Re: [MBZ] Noise from the rear

2007-02-02 Thread Paul Nelson
That's about the funniest subject line I've seen in a long time. Thanks for the laugh. Paul -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Kueny Sent: Thursday, February 01, 2007 7:07 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] Nois

Re: [MBZ] [OT] The Imperial Presidency

2007-01-24 Thread Paul Nelson
It's a big ol' waste. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kaleb C. Striplin Sent: Wednesday, January 24, 2007 12:49 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] [OT] The Imperial Presidency Hell, if I were the Prez, I would have a who

Re: [MBZ] Apple original Airport card

2006-03-10 Thread paul
They're the Wal-Mart of electronics. We have them here in Texas...the nearest being about 5 minutes from my house. p. Sunil Hari wrote: what's so special about Fry's? I've never been to one, but then again I don't buy from retailers much any more. On 3/10/06, Curt Raymond <[EMAIL PROTECTE

Re: [MBZ] bobby lickus?

2006-02-20 Thread paul
you forgot Howie Feltersnatch and Heywood Jableauxmie. Bob Rentfro wrote: Then Craven Moorhead, Hugh Jass and Hugh Jorgen will chime in - Original Message - From: "Potter, Tom E" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, February 20, 20

Re: [MBZ] Exploding Glowplugs

2006-02-16 Thread paul
Someone accidentally started to fill it up with gasoline, then quietly and secretively put the nozzle back, and finished with the correct stuff? Sounds like a woman might be involved here... p. V Layton wrote: I just got a call from a client with a problem I've NEVER, EVER heard of (until n

Re: [MBZ] yes it's likely it's the only 23 year old benz on the hill

2006-02-15 Thread paul
I'm leaving tomorrow morning in the '83 300CD for a 1180-mile roundtrip excursion to my land out west. Among other small issues, the transmission has been flaring more than usual lately, and I don't have time to address it before I leave. I really like the whole "leap of faith" aspect to driv

Re: [MBZ] Bush Good, Guns Good

2006-02-14 Thread paul
spoken well from a card-carrying member of the "Party of Tolerance". p. lee wrote: I for one am not mad at Cheney for this, not at all. He can shoot as many Texas millionaires as he likes with my blessings. He needs to upgrade from the 28 guage, though, and buy a real shotgun. Lee On T

Re: [MBZ] Bush Good, Guns Good

2006-02-14 Thread paul
You haven't been hunting much, have you Dave? Guess what - the loudest voice of the democratic party (for lack of a better term)- Ted Kennedy - got drunk, drove a car into the water, killed a girl, and his political career never skipped a beat. p. David Brodbeck wrote: andrew strasfogel wr

Re: [MBZ] Cheney Good, Guns Good

2006-02-14 Thread paul
Hey George - you wrap that lethal weapon of your's (w129) around any pickups lately? p. George Gregory wrote: BT Wrong TPWD incident report pins the blame squarely on Cheney. http://online.wsj.com/public/article/washington_wire.html Monday, Feb. 13 The Texas Parks and Wildlife

Re: [MBZ] Bush Good, Guns Good

2006-02-14 Thread paul
Oh boy. Having grown up around alot of hunting, I can say with absolute validity that accidents happen all the time. No one is charged, no one is accused of anything...because no crime happened! Heck - i've been sprayed with bird shot before. What if you were playing baseball with a g

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-12 Thread paul
i haven't made any death-threats. why don't you direct your affection in his direction? p. Zeitgeist wrote: My, aren't we the pleasant one today. On 2/12/06, paul <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: yes, in comparison to the guy that told me to put on a bulletproof kevl

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-12 Thread paul
yes, in comparison to the guy that told me to put on a bulletproof kevlar vest. nice tunnel-vision, genius. p. Zeitgeist wrote: Ah yes, another compassionate conservative, caring and sharing.

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-12 Thread paul
Kevlar? What are you gonna do to me, Eddie? Oh, and by the way.i don't give a rat's ass what you take offense to. Sorry your life sucks so badly lately. p. Ed Booher wrote: On 2/11/06, paul <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: If taking some personal moral high-road based

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-12 Thread paul
I'm self-employed, and pay for my own health insurance. I can think of 4 or 5 friends that are also self-employed, and pay for their own health insurance. There are options. Yes, it's expensive (around $400/month for the wife and I), but readily available to anyone wanting it. p. David Bro

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
wrote: To get this thread back to a Mercedes-Benz related theme, are we to understand that in South Dallas the cars in the section8 housing are newer MB models?? Otherwise, how could those cars be "nicer" than ours??? Werner - Original Message - From: "paul" <

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
David Brodbeck wrote: No, you're wrong. In our current system, health insurance *is* the responsibility of employers. Bull. That's why it's referred to as a "benefit". It's a perk; a plus; a bonus. I think it's important to have a safety net for people who are unable to find work,

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
feel about the welfare system in this country? My god - we're subsidizing XBOX 360s, Nikes, and god-knows-what else for alot of people that simply decide not to work. Where's the outrage and multiple posts about that? p. David Brodbeck wrote: paul wrote: the type that feels big b

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
most, as in majority. if only a small percentage of their customer base purchased on credit cards, these preparations would still be completely logical, i would imagine. p. David Brodbeck wrote: paul wrote: i doubt that most Wal-Mart shoppers have a credit card. Wal-Mart seems

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
doubt (dout) v. doubt·ed, doubt·ing, doubts 3. To regard as unlikely: I doubt that we'll arrive on time. been in a Wal-Mart lately, Johnathan B.? p. John Berryman wrote: On Saturday, February 11, 2006, at 02:32 PM, paul wrote: i doubt that most Wal-Mart shoppers have a credit

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
i doubt that most Wal-Mart shoppers have a credit card. p. Jeff Zedic wrote: Guess who's buying most of your new debt??? Hmmm, the very scary China! No respect for the rule of law! I did think that Tom's term "consumer whores" was very appropriate. Did you know that the 70% or so of America

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
afford to do things differently, make a little less money and take care of the people who work for them. Bob Rentfro - Original Message - From: "paul" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Mercedes Discussion List" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Saturday, February 11,

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
I feel for her. Sounds like poor conditions to raise kids in. However, is it Wal-Mart's responsibility to oversee this woman's financial state-of-affairs? It's the MOTHER'S RESPONSIBILITY to take care of herself and her children. Why is this so hard for your type to understand? Corporate A

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
If taking some personal moral high-road based on things you've seen on Dateline or 60 Minutes floats your boat, then good for you. Again - no one is forcing anybody to work there. If you work for Wal-Mart and find their employment practices unacceptable, WORK SOMEWHERE ELSE. I personally ha

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
hoose to sit on their ass and not work, i'm not living in a free society. p. Mitch Haley wrote: paul wrote: if that's so (which it's not), the communities obviously complied. it's not just the faceless corporate monolith that is getting it's way...people want those

Re: [MBZ] Walmart vs NAPA auto

2006-02-11 Thread paul
if that's so (which it's not), the communities obviously complied. it's not just the faceless corporate monolith that is getting it's way...people want those stores in their communities. the other stupid, stupid argument i hear is the low wages they pay their employees. correct me if i'm wro

Re: [MBZ] W's concern abt oil

2006-02-02 Thread paul
irresponsibility? oh god. lee wrote: wilton strickland wrote: Anybody hear W say anythng abt biodiesel to reduce dependence on oil? I missed the state of the union address, but last I knew, the solution to our dependence on foreign oil was to drill some wells and finish using up ou

[MBZ] 300CD Tranny question

2006-01-28 Thread paul
? 'tanks, Paul

Re: [MBZ] 240D headlight assy

2005-09-23 Thread Paul Singleton
Don, Shoot! I failed to mention I have a 76, 115 body style, which means you can't help me. Thanks though! Let's be sure we are talking about the same thing. I have the headlight / foglight and the plastic piece into which the headlight / foglight go. W123 body style. I do NOT ha

[MBZ] 240D Headlight Assy Needed

2005-09-23 Thread Paul Singleton
Hi! My first body damage to my car! :( Pulled out of driveway and clipped my wife's bumper, ripping off my driver's side headlight assembly. Some broken plastic and missing top adjusting screw for headlight. Anybody have any parts? Tha

[MBZ] Diesel vs. Gas

2005-08-13 Thread Paul Raheb
Last week I filled up with Diesel at $2.79. TODAY I *S.A.B.* WHEN I FILLED UP WITH DIESEL AT $3.15/gal. OTHER FREEWAY CLOSE LOCATIONS ARE CONVENIENCE PRICED AT $3.29 to $3.39/gal. Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T "Mommy Wagon" 1984 300D-T "Hot Rod" PaulRaheb(at)comcast.ne

Re: [MBZ] anybody want to have fun with this shiller?

2005-08-03 Thread Paul Raheb
Ditto: Its the least we could do! Paul Visalia, CA On 8/2/05 7:49 PM, "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Date: Tue, 2 Aug 2005 22:32:42 -0400 > From: "Alan Duff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [MBZ] anybody want to have fun with t

Re: [MBZ] R/R Rear Axle Half Shafts

2005-07-30 Thread Paul Raheb
rious).Both shafts have a sticker with bar code on them with the following: NP5215877575. I know the newer rebuilts are not worth the money. I am hoping this is either an older rebuild or a new one. Now onto the work of replacing them. Paul Raheb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visalia, CA 1985 30

[MBZ] Half Axle Replacements (W123)

2005-07-29 Thread Paul Raheb
spray I can use to seal the CV boots? What say you? Anyone have a good set lying around? Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T "Mommy Wagon" 1984 300D-T "Hot Rod" [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] Help with R/R Ignition Switch (W123)

2005-07-20 Thread Paul Raheb
u can help. THANKS! Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T "Mommy Wagon" 1984 300D-T "Hot Rod" PaulRaheb(at)comcast.net

[MBZ] Help with R/R Ignition Switch (W123)

2005-07-19 Thread Paul Raheb
Listers: Does anyone have the Haynes Manual for the W123 that would be willing to either email or fax the instructions on R/R Ignition Switch (W123) for the "Mommy Wagon"? Please contact me off list if you can help. THANKS! Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T "Mommy Wagon"

[MBZ] 300d ebay Parts Car for $179

2005-07-10 Thread Paul Raheb
1983 300D in Florida - no relation or interest. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6783&item= 7985993114&rd=1 Paul

[MBZ] http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/

2005-07-06 Thread Paul Raheb
FYI: http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/ is back on line Paul Visalia, CA 1985 300TD-T "Mommy Wagon" 1984 300D-T "Hot Rod" PaulRaheb(at)comcast.net

[MBZ] mbz.org what the story???

2005-07-02 Thread Paul Raheb
I'd ba a happy camper. Instead, I'm building this up all from scratch on new servers in the US. I hope to get the articles up very shortly, the list archives are in place and need to be hooked up. Richard Sexton [EMAIL PROTECTED] While you wait, go buy some parts from Rusty " Paul [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] Wow - But Shipping is a killer

2005-07-02 Thread Paul Raheb
For $129.99 in shipping - I would expect someone to walk it to my house in person! http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=33675&item =7984437715&rd=1 Paul [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[MBZ] Lucas Oil Products

2005-06-18 Thread Paul Raheb
I use Lucas fuel additive and oil stabilizer. NICE STUFF http://www.lucasoil.com/products/index.sd Paul 1985 300TD-T "Mommy Wagon" 1984 300D-T "Hot Rod" [EMAIL PROTECTED] > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Date: Sat, 18 Jun 2005 18:2

Re: [MBZ] Adjusting the turbo wastegate (W123)

2005-06-16 Thread Paul Raheb
dishwasher broke today - bought a BOSCH to replace it. I wonder if any of the parts are interchangeable with my W123 Paul [EMAIL PROTECTED] > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Date: Thu, 16 Jun 2005 00:09:46 + (GMT) > To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Subject:

[MBZ] Re-attachment help

2005-06-15 Thread Paul Raheb
Does anyone have the instructions from the W123 Manual/CD on how to reattach the A/C vent tube and "bullseye" vent to the dash? I can not access my CDs and Skinnerbox <http://skinnerbox.steaky.org/Service/W123/Index/617Tindex.html> seems to be down! Thanks in advance! Pau

[MBZ] Adjusting the turbo wastegate (W123)

2005-06-14 Thread Paul Raheb
I have read a lot from you all about adjusting the ALDA on the W123's. I have also read about adjusting the wastegate BUT 1. I Cannot tell which Turbo I have, and 2. Would Love to have a picture of someone pointing to the screw that adjusts the wastegate so I don¹t screw it up. THANKS!

[MBZ] Tough to start 85 300TD

2005-06-14 Thread Paul Raheb
Recently changed the fuel filters and adjusted the throttle linkage. Now the car struggles to start following glow unless I give it a little accelerator pedal when cranking the ignition. Ideas? Paul Raheb [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visalia, CA 1985 300TD Wagon (W123) 168K+

[MBZ] What to do with an alternator Core?

2005-06-13 Thread Paul Raheb
or is it trash? Paul 1985 300TD-T - White/Palamino - 168K 1984 300D-T Silver/Blue - 166K PaulRaheb (at) comcast.net Visalia, CA