Re: [MBZ] Michelin Cross Climate?

benz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com > > > > > -- > > Subject: Digest Footer > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ > > > To Unsubscribe or change

Re: [MBZ] COVID-19 Vaccines and study sizes

7;ll echo what was said before- if you can get a shot, take what you can get. The differences in efficacy are minor compared to the risk of covid...esp w/the new variants swimming around. Tony Wirtel ...still Benzless On Fri, Mar 12, 2021 Kaleb Striplin wrote > To: Mercedes Discussion List

Re: [MBZ] 1995 E300D Odessy/Mitch

. But I do have to commend your memory of such a minute detail! Tony Wirtel > From: Mitch Haley > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1995 E300D Odessy > Message-ID: <552efa19.6030...@mitchellhaley.com> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=fl

[MBZ] USS The Sullivans

e name "The Sullivans" and if I recall correctly she was the first US Navy ship to be named for more than one person. This ship is part of the Buffalo Naval museum on Lake Erie; my mother in law spent quite a few nights aboard her as part of the Erie County Sea Cadets detachment. M

[MBZ] MBZ] M103 Timing Cover Seal

. With that said the sealant you have is also from 2007. Given the difficulty and complexity of the job and the problems with not doing it exactly right you may want to spring for a new tube! Tony wirtel Former 300e/2.6 owner -- Tony Wirtel mobile i3 +1 610.551.5923 ___

[MBZ] M1 20w50

Right...thus the stmt abt M1 being "much cheaper and easier to consistently find". That said, I may have used 15w50 a time or two...it was 4-5 years ago! Tony Wirtel > > There is. I used to use it in my Virago. > > Dan > > On Feb 14, 2013, at 10:20 PM, Brian Tos

Re: [MBZ] Oil (Dino)

sed about 1 quart between changes so for that I'd use any 20w50 or 15w40- I think I gave you whatever I had when you got the car. Glad to hear she's still going- I had an "uh oh" moment when you sent the email saying one of the cars got totaled out. Did you ever get

Re: [MBZ] 124 Ignition Lock Cylinder

I've only dealt w/this on a 123 and 126 and in those cases it was the steering lock mechanism that was the real culprit. However the lock cylinders in each car were dodgy in both cases and ready for replacement. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For ne

Re: [MBZ] 92 300E Eating Serpentine Belta?

nd tensioner when I did the head gasket) back about 2007. The only other thing I can think of is Conti quality has gone away, but we would have heard of that by now, right? Tony Wirtel From: Dan Penoff > To: Mercedes List > Subject: [MBZ] 92 300E Eating Serpentine Belta? > Messag

Re: [MBZ] pianos

(for far > below what they have in it.) > > Sound familiar? > Dan Dan, no I would not know anything about that (grin). Tony Wirtel -- Tony Wirtel mobile i3 +1 610.551.5923 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.oki

[MBZ] No MB: B5 VW Passat parts for the taking

nt to take them and prefer not to throw them out. Tony Wirtel -- Tony Wirtel mobile i3 +1 610.551.5923 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

mercedes@okiebenz.com

phone or laptop are still better choices for the way I use these things. Tony Wirtel Former '92 300e/2.6 Sent from my iPad > > Message: 9 > Date: Sun, 6 May 2012 21:21:47 -0400 > From: Dan Penoff > To: Mercedes List > Subject: [MBZ] Poly-V / Serpentine Belt R&R > Mess

Re: [MBZ] Very Aggravating

ld've said the heck with it too. Given how dramatically the fee was raised I wonder how many others say the heck with it and if today they collect as much as they used to under the old structure. Tony Wirtel Former '92 300e/2.6 ___ http://www.oki

Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL?

Sadly, after 40+ years of excellent results MB-texting has been made illegal by The Man in many states. Tony Wirtel Former owner of Dan's 300E w/MB-text From: Dan Penoff > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Who wanted a 300SEL? > Message-ID: <47e61978-067d-4d

Re: [MBZ] ABS Brake Bleeding

ld be newer- MC was replaced not too long before I got the car). Also get the bleed nipple at the pump! Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] Replacing M103 Top Timing Cover Seal

e never seen it. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to 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.com

Re: [MBZ] Monowiper Question

disappointed in the one I got. There is MUCH better up here. Tony Wirtel (former) '92 300e/2.6, passed on at 181k miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsub

Re: [MBZ] P-51 lost at Duxford

ility built into the later A-10 Warthog. My father in law spend some time in that part of the world and while he doesn't talk about it he will admit to being a Skyraider passenger once. Now, how someone 6'6" fit is beyond me but where there's a will and all... Tony Wirtel _

Re: [MBZ] Clean brake pads

e and will clunk when backing up. I didn't measure to see if the pads are a bit undersize or what notwith a car pushing 20 years old I'm OK with it. Stay away from anything "oes genuine"...99 and 44/100ths percent chance that it's junk

Re: [MBZ] 91 350SDL trim color

ch.com for my car; got both primary and trim paints from them and the match was excellent: http://www.paintscratch.com/cgi-bin/makepaint2.cgi At least that should get you confirming data to match on your data plate! Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For

Re: [MBZ] Auto Tranny and The Turbo and other things

d also but I don't remember the details on that but my dealer had both in stock. The good news is the pressure setting (about 50 PSI from the chart I had) is at the limit for 1/4" PVC tubing so you can use that for the brief amount of time needed for the test. In my experience ha

Re: [MBZ] Cold this morning

myself for not doing it earlier, but the plugs had always tested "fine" with digital meter I *thought* I could accurately measure down to the range needed for glow plugs. Tony Wirtel Subject: Re: [MBZ] Cold this morning > Message-ID: > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-885

Re: [MBZ] 350sdl Thirsty

If I recall some words from Marshall Booth isn't seepage from the head gasket at #1 cylinder a possible cause? Left unattended for too long this was thought to contribute to rod bending. Of course check and make sure the simple things such as the reservoir cap checks out! Tony W

Re: [MBZ] When did R134a start?

that I know of! > > > John > > Interesting- my '92 300e w/2.6 motor (build date July 1992 IIRC) has R-12. Tony Wirtel '92 300e/2.6, 164k miles ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list arch

Re: [MBZ] Dishwashers

~ $40 and replacement time was ~ 10 minutes. I got mine locally but there are several online sellers that have really nice parts listings w/drawings and/or schematics to confirm what you've got. Tony Wirtel -- next part -- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: 200

Re: [MBZ] Brabus Smart Car

every review I've read. The need for premium fuel for its Mitsubishi engine didn't help. Tony Wirtel From: John Freer > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Brabus Smart Car > Message-ID: ><632eba9d1001172243h799ff0d3kf0f39ad2235e1...@mail.gmail.

Re: [MBZ] New member intro and 190e question or two

the rails to crack it. Replacement means pulling the front timing chest and ~ 8 hours time- don't ask me how I know! If asking for a grand I'd offer 500, max. You have much work ahead of you, and this assumes normal wear items like the rear subframe mounts and suspension links have been r

Re: [MBZ] '91 300E, 103 engine

since I have the pass. airbag I don't want to mess with replacement. Also, the recirc diaphragm just failed within the past 2 weeks. Only caveat is the head gasket. Mine was replaced by the PO at 100k miles by a decent shop, head also rebuilt at the time. Was leaking again at 120k and I r

Re: [MBZ] OT - GMS 1/2 ton truck?

the stuff.  In OK, they can most likely sell the > truck for $4000 Personally, I'd rent one. But if they want to buy a truck my company has a 2000 GMC w/26' box that they're getting ready to sell for that kind of money. Could either put the Mini

[MBZ] Craigslist substance abusers

20k for a w123: http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/1105807336.html http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/1106034572.html -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL:

Re: [MBZ] A real genuine MB Question!

es.That was reserved > for the next generation 210's. Oh yeah, then there is also the leaking > head gasket issue as well. > > Of course, a review of the service records may eliminate some of these > concerns. > > John John- W124s can have spring perch rustout, too! Ton

Re: [MBZ] OT, front loading washers

oops- changing subject this time On Mon, Mar 30, 2009 at 11:08 AM, Tony Wirtel wrote: > > >> Date: Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:33:09 -0500 >> From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" >> Subject: [MBZ] OT, front loading washers >> To: mercedes Mailing List >> Message-

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 40, Issue 143

Much easier on clothes but these do retain some water and you'll likely get mold at some point esp. if the door is kept shut. Tony Wirtel -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/200903

Re: [MBZ] Audi diesel

shot if you drop the rear mount and let the rear hang down. Tony Wirtel -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090317/6b046784/attachment.html> ___

Re: [MBZ] E300 going cheap, ending soon

tes away, but this place is 2.5 hours. Some weird issues for a relatively low-mile car. Tony Wirtel -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090315/7828b6c4/attachment.html> _

[MBZ] Fwd: Your Order with Amazon.com

FYI- we said we were gonna. -- Forwarded message -- From: auto-conf...@amazon.com Date: Wed, Mar 11, 2009 at 2:02 PM Subject: Your Order with Amazon.com To: "tony.wir...@gmail.com" [image: Amazon.com Logo] *Thanks

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 40, Issue 26

Idiocracy?" Depressingly predictive of the future, I'm afraid. Tony Wirtel -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://okiebenz.com/pipermail/mercedes_okiebenz.com/attachments/20090308/91eceaa8/attachment.html> __

Re: [MBZ] STupid 190D tranny

below; these are all I have. Note that this method is appropriate for the modulator pressure only: The pump/line pressure can get to 200 PSI which will spectacularly burst PVC tubing of the type I used. Tony Wirtel 722.4 Models Set @ 31 MPH Version Color PSI .400 Green 46 .403 Green 44 .408 Green 57

Re: [MBZ] STupid 190D tranny

the top thermostat housing of certain w124 cars. SInce pressure was ~ 50 PSI PVC tubing worked fine, but sounds like you need to measure pump pressure and working pressure. If you need the p/n for the bajo bolt let me know; have them at work and can get them Monday. Tony Wirtel -

[MBZ] European Headlights

But I worry about passing the state inspections. > > Anyone know? > > Sincerely, > Larry T (74 911, 91 300D 2.5T) Larry, I put them on my '92 and haven't had any issues with inspection, and PA is somewhat more difficult compared to VA. When in Charlottesv

Re: [MBZ] tranny jack sure makes install easy

emdisplay/displayItem.do?itemid=3185&CategoryName=&SubCategoryName= > Got the same one about a year back. Wouldn't want to see how well it held up day in and day out but should be good for a few transmissions. I think "regular" price is $199 but often seen at 99 or 119. Also

Re: [MBZ] transmission repair "factory PDF"

were significantly worn. After everything is back in you'll need to dial in the modulator; there is a MB gauge set for this but you can also use a banjo bolt used on some M103 thermostat housings as a purge fitting; this fitting, some 1/4" PVC (nprmally rated to 50 PSI, right a

Re: [MBZ] transmission repair "factory PDF"

ought was that OK this time the tranny may only go another 200k instead of the 300k it went the first time. And there was a differance- reverse took about a half second to engage instead of being nearly instantaneous. But given that it USED to take 3-5 seconds I was OK with that! Tony Wirtel

[MBZ] VW "minivan"/was Uplander

UITE that gullible, yet. Talked to two VW dealers while looking at Passat wagons and both said they're turds. Each dealer was sitting on over 10 of these turkeys. I kinda wondered how VW would fare with these at a "VW premium" pricepoint when Chrysler can't move them wi

[MBZ] OT, kids and cell phones

> > > About a year ago, the wife wants to get the 12 year old a cell phone. I > pitch a bitch saying that is just stupid, he can get one when he gets a > job and can pay for it. Well, he ends up getting one. Just now, the 11 > year old was given one for his b-day, I think that is even more stupi

Re: [MBZ] Premium v. Regular

as taught me all I need to know. SHould take a look at your site but I've also seen pistons pockmarked from preignition- thankfully, not in my car. Tony Wirtel -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <http://okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] Premium v. Regular

Does the M103 have a knock sensor? I didn't think they did. Mine pings big time with 87. Tony Wirtel > -Original Message- > From: Donald Snook > Date: Tuesday, Dec 30, 2008 11:54 am > Subject: [MBZ] Premium v. Regular was Re: Fuel prices > To: 'Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 119 broken valve cover

good ones, which has likely damaged at least some of them. That plastic gets brittle with age and temperature. With the cover off you may be able to get a better feel for what happened before pulling the heads. But I'd start preparing for that OR looking for another motor. THat s

Re: [MBZ] SDL cranky cold starts

'85 300SD, 91 300D) started fine down to 9 degrees F without using the block heaters. This with good glow plugs on all and a valve adjustment on the SD; both were on dino oil. Tony Wirtel No diesels this year -- next part -- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: <h

Re: [MBZ] I get the 140

t; try running a wire from the trans to the rad and just driving it home. > > > > Ed > > 300E not only will it help you'll also get 40 MPG driving home- just like they say on ebay tony wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and

Re: [MBZ] photos of the new E-Class

983 300D Allan- Somewhere there's a Sonata missing it tail lights... Tony Wirtel '92 300e ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change deliv

[MBZ] GM downsizing

long. Plan is to drop another ~ 20 % of dealers, mostly in more populated areas. Local Chevy dealer had a full front and back lot last week; yesterday it was EMPTY. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.co

Re: [MBZ] 2.6/2.8

et, 94/95 3.2 but be aware of the biodegradable engine wiring harnesses. The 2.6 is a decent car, but gutless. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [MBZ] E420 problems

ttle >> upshifts it does after it's been driven a little while. > If like my '92 300e there is a switchover valve above the brake booster. For testing purposes, you can unplug this and see if the 1st gear hold is temporarily disabled. Tony Wirtel _

Re: [MBZ] Carfax/ 454 milage

> > Message: 10 > Date: Tue, 04 Nov 2008 21:45:43 -0600 > From: "Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Carfax > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1; format=flowed > > with a 350 12, with a 454, 6-8 > O

Re: [MBZ] 300E oil question (I almost hate to ask this!)

> > With Mobil 1 15W-50 now in the crankcase (and the car well warmed up), the > oil pressure needle sits at 2.5 (very little bouncing) at idle. Don- I used Delo 400 for a change in my '92 300e and went through something similar; replaced with Delvac 1300 and pressure was back to

Re: [MBZ] Interesting engine

e standalone, some as a piece of equipment like this saw http://www.roughandtumble.org/rt-albums/rt-2007_reun/c/5518rt_2007_2_259.asp#Photo Wonder what OSHA would saw about this little marvel today... Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list s

Re: [MBZ] QANTAS dive

t all operators of aircraft that use the system have > been > informed of the incident and provided guidance for a crew response to > minimize the effect of any similar failure. The ATSB said its investigation is > continuing. > > RLE Hope the next similar Airbus &

Re: [MBZ] 190D transmission, anybody got any ideas?

re springs cannot get lost!). . When dropping the body Also keep an eye out for a few little bits. If like the 722.418 on my 300d there is a little plastic valve and other bits that MUST be set "just so" and may come out from where they belong when you drop the valve body. Do you have any

Re: [MBZ] little man is home

aremore, OK Congrats- Remember fondly those nights of uninterrupted sleep. You'll get 'em back, somewhere between 3 weeks and 3 years! TOny Wirtel '92 300e, '00 boy child, '04 girl child ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] OM603 flywheel - how many bolts?

thing of it as a flex plate; didn't have mine off when I redid the trans as the rear seal was dry. Given the weight of the TC empty, what does the flywheel weigh? Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buym

Re: [MBZ] OM603 flywheel - how many bolts?

7;80 300SD, '82 300Dt, '82 300Dt, '83 240D, '84 300Dt, '87 190E 2.3 > > -'85 300Dt Cali (parting out - need anything?) > > Chris- Shouldn't be any different from a 602, which has 6 bolts, "paired" together and visible through the cutout

Re: [MBZ] OT - Now SST's - was B-58

ski burned so much fuel b/c it had to run reheat to stay over Mach 1. If you compare the design of the wings, the Concorde was more complex and that was the reason I recall for better fuel efficiency. Of course, efficiency here is ENTIRELY relative. One story I read was that the Tu-144 was use

Re: [MBZ] stupid tranmission

place. Also FWIW I found loosening the engine mount bolts ~ 3 turns seem to help let the motor tilt a bit more. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] T

Re: [MBZ] Airbus retaining wall crash

Also- a/c was a "pedestrian" A340 rather than A380. Happened in November. Tony WIrtel > Subject: Re: [MBZ] Fwd: THE TALE OF THE ARAB FLIGHT CREW > To: Mercedes Discussion List > Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset=utf-8 > > No

Re: [MBZ] Midnight on the dash 24/7

les/interior/dashlights/ Could use a good re-write, though. When I did mine I tried foil first, but wanted more so went with LEDs. Good news is that white LEDs are now more white, readily available and cheaper to boot. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

Re: [MBZ] OT: sandblasting, and Sears is the new Harbor Freight

teeth when it breaks sooner than expected. That said I tend to buy "keeper" things from estate sales and such. Craigslist is a great source. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com

Re: [MBZ] Mixing 87 and 93 octane

emium are about 4.09, 4.29 and 4.42, respectively. If the pricing was applied linearly, 89 would not be 4.29 but instead about 4.20 instead. Saves about $2/tank and takes less than two minutes more time. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

[MBZ] Mixing 87 and 93 octane

iced > so far. Getting near half a tank again, I'll probably lower the premium > content > to 60% today and see what happens. > Mitch: Have tried that successfully with my 300E, ~ 9 gal 87 and 6 of 93. Saves about $2-3 tank compared to using mid-grade ane net octane is hig

Re: [MBZ] Horrible noise - And the WINNER IS ....

o beat a transmission rebuild with everything working well after the pressures are dialed in right! Tony Wirtel '91 300e ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Un

Re: [MBZ] Civic

Sunil, If gas keeps edging up my gut is on the high of the numbers. Heck, read this for yourself...$7,300 for a 12 year old Metro... http://www.cnn.com/2008/LIVING/wayoflife/05/20/geo.metro/index.html?iref=newssearch Tony Wirtel '91 300d w/crazy high miles for

Re: [MBZ] SOS - "Sluggo" 1985 300CD

nd the D is a more relaxed driver with the available torque. I just might sell both and get a newer wagon, who knows. But it sure is an enjoyable car to drive. I also just found out that the ALDA still has the original cap; I think it would be even nicer adjusted ~ 1/2 turn CCW! Tony Wirtel &#x

Re: [MBZ] SOS - "Sluggo" 1985 300CD

> > Tony, > What sort of pressures should they be? Andrew, Will send some info directly- Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsub

Re: [MBZ] SOS - "Sluggo" 1985 300CD

ets occurred, so your car may be easier, but if there is an identified pump issue this is one definite area to attend to. With all of that said, did the dealer tell you what the working pressures were at? Tony WIrtel w124 300d, 300e > > Too late - like I say, the dealer's cappuccin

[MBZ] trans output flange nut

not get to the nut- there is a centering shaft that is > 1/2". . I used a 3/4" drive socket with success. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTE

Re: [MBZ] 126 Front Seat Sag Fix

ght E. Giles, Jr. > 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. > 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles > 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. > Wickford, RI Dwight, I did a pad and frame renewal on a 123 about 6 years ago; I think prices are MUCH higher now! Tony Wirtel _

Re: [MBZ] trans R&R shade-tree style

gainst wood as replacement for jack stands. If using wood at least bolt together- screws break WAY too easily. While you're in there- great time to replace the rear main seal. Are you putting in a reman/junkyard tranny or DIY rebuild? The rebuild isn't as hard as it might soun

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes Digest, Vol 29, Issue 141

Lots of oil available, but after years of quasi-governmental control they've been importing- especially in refined fuels. Venezuela? Take a look at their recent production trends. Russia has also been active in re-appropriating oil fields, and they've also

Re: [MBZ] OT: McCain proposes break in fuel taxes

ries. Mexico comes to mind. Lots of > oil available, but after years of quasi-governmental control they've > been importing- especially in refined fuels. > > Venezuela? Take a look at their recent production trends. Russia has > also been active in re-a

Re: [MBZ] SDL won't move

ct these dots! In any case you'll need to get underneath; would also be good to check for operating and modulator pressures. Another thing (grasping at straws) is perhaps the filter is plugged and theres no fluid being drawn? Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.ok

Re: [MBZ] '86 SDL tranny leak

rear wheels or something like that. The nut is peened over at one point as well- Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or c

Re: [MBZ] OT: Debit cards

> > > I use a credit card but pay my bill off every month. > > > > In the credit card industry, a person doing thsi is known as a "deadbeat"! > What does that tell you about them? > > Zedic If any question, read this- http://www.forbes.com/2008/02/15/

[MBZ] Transmission modulator replacement

piston. The required pin 126 277 93 75 is single piece and it APPEARS that the piston piece should be pulled from the modulator. Is this correct? I can't get it out of the bore with reasonable force. Any insights are helpful; I called and Tom didn't have any info for these. Tha

[MBZ] Transmission modulator questions

e modulator. Is this correct? Any insights are helpful; I called and Tom didn't have any info for these. Thanks! Tony Wirtel '91 300d ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts emai

Re: [MBZ] eBay sucks

make this more difficult for the seller, but would probably be twice the hassle for you and that in the end negative feedback is all you've got. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For

[MBZ] Kaleb- Parts?

Let me know if you still have the w124 trunk latch and vacuum transducer valve- I need to get this rolling, soon. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: [MBZ] Someone needs to do this to a 123

> > Besides being pretty, it's nice and safe too with those added crumple zones. > lol > > Ed > 300E Yeah- I saw South Carolina plates; I perhaps no inspection mechanism there? Here in Pennsylvania you'd be having uncomfortable conversations with law enforcement,

Re: [MBZ] Climate Control 1980 300D

ne of these working again- this on a w126 300sd. Tony Wirtel ___ 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] Toyota/Mercedes hoods

;t let loved ones drive death traps like the corolla. > No, not exactly sealed, but when one pulls the hood release a warning comes on the display that sez "Warning: There be Dragons under there; Return to Dealer." Tony Wirtel 2 x w124's ___

Re: [MBZ] W108 hydropneumatic levelling device

Wasn't the OEM (someone like BOGE) pressured to stop selling them so MB could mark them up more? This far out there can't possibly be any IP issues but then again, it would be a small market in any case. A former '67 230s (110 or 111) had a bad on

[MBZ] Testing vacuum transducers

m at least 1986-1991. Thanks! Tony Wirtel ___ 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/m

Re: [MBZ] MB Diesel Powered Grand Cherokee

is a rumor that MB dealers aren't to touch them. Now, take the completely foreign diesel plopped into a Jeep and see what fun dealers will have with figuring those out. Tony Wirtel 92 300e, 91 300d, others ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts se

[MBZ] No boost in '91 300d/ early results

have said, starting with a stern reminder to consider what I THINK I know vs what the teams of Mercedes engineers who designed the engine ACTUALLY knew when they did the work! Will post when finally fixed. Thank You to all! Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] No boost in '91 300d

seconds delay to get to reverse, and even then I've sensed a slight slip once. When in drive I don't get the slamming I think I should with the vacuum disconnected- shifts are firmer, but probably not as firm as they should be. Also the info I have is that at 305k miles the transmissio

Re: [MBZ] No boost in '91 300d

't see how the electronics would still regulate fuel enrichment, unless theres something integrated into the pump I can't see or elsewhere that I just don't understand. So tonight, a good read of the diagnostics in front of the football game. Too bad I don't have a fireplace

[MBZ] No boost in '91 300d

e. My questions: - With the added systems is there an electrical element added to the injection pump that would prevent enrichment when jumpering the intake to ALDA? - Does anyone have a used Garrett TB025 turbo if mine proves bad - Anywhere else I shoul

Re: [MBZ] '02 C230 Sports Coupe

mple is doors that when closed sound more like Chevy Cavalier than Mercedes, and when the door closes the outer skin flexes and shimmies worse than that POS Cavalier. Tony Wirtel ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buym

Re: [MBZ] Ebay 300SDL with level control

cars? I thought it could, tho' it was expensive, a hassle and thus, rare. Tony Wirtel ___ 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 del

[MBZ] Ebay 300SDL with level control

Kind of an odd duck, no? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1991-Mercedes-Benz-S350-SD-Diesel-w-78k-No-Reserve_W0QQitemZ180183622509QQihZ008QQcategoryZ6336QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: htt

Re: [MBZ] New refrigerant

culating 120 bar CO2 as a fluid why not just go and compress AIR, dump heat under expansion, and use THAT? I can't pretend to know anything about the efficiency, and moisture would likely be an issue. But it gets me thinking... Tony Wirtel ___ http:

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