Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Clay via Mercedes
I had a dear friend lose her father on a “got away” that failed the approach to Cali in 1994. Copa seems to have failed to switch that one to cargo. May have been other than Pilot Error, as he was flag officer and milint … probably not normal wear issue. I see all manner of Jumbo bodies doing

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
All of this old stuff ends up as freighters, not passenger-carrying aircraft, at least a lot of what I saw was. In fact, you would see a lot of them on the tarmac in Miami, coming and going. -D > On Jul 4, 2024, at 7:15 PM, Clay via Mercedes wrote: > > Not so sure that airframe or any of that

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Clay via Mercedes
Not so sure that airframe or any of that vintage fly south of the border anymore. Fifty years ago, while residing in Ibero America there were a few too many time/cycle excess examples that experienced metal fatigue and had unscheduled ground encounters with mass passenger terminations such that

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
> Attach it to the back wall of the shop and make it your man cave / bar / > lounge. > > Perfect for an OkieQ. It would make a cool cave if it still had the interior. Put a big screen on the forward bulkhead and watch a game from the first-class seats. Food and drinks in the galley or on the ro

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
I owned and operated an aircraft component parts supply business for about 20 years. During that time, many 727's were put into "stand down" status in storage yards here in the USA and warehouses full of component parts were being sold off [which I bought with documentation]. The majority of sales

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I’ll bet there are still a bunch in South and Central America? That seems to be where all of the spent airframes go when they’re taken out of commercial service. I can recall seeing DC-3s when I worked in that part of the world, but i never got to fly on one, darn it! -D > On Jul 4, 2024, at 1

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
I like that idea, Grant! I flew a lot of miles on 727s over the years. Great solid aircraft, definitely noisy in the rear, but otherwise a great ride for the time. I flew on one of the last Eastern Airlines 727 flights out of Atlanta in December of 1990. There had been some outbound delays, and

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
The 727 fleet worldwide reached the point where all time and cycle limited components were life cycled out, and replacement parts became NLA, much like we are having with our much loved Mercedes, older units. The new aircraft that replaced them were faster, hauled more passengers for less money, an

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yea. It’s too bad the 727 is not still used. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 4, 2024, at 12:25 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > At last international count there are zero 727's in fleet service hauling > passengers. The remaining few in use are shown as cargo, or "special use" > [whatever th

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread G Mann via Mercedes
At last international count there are zero 727's in fleet service hauling passengers. The remaining few in use are shown as cargo, or "special use" [whatever that may be]. So, the market for 727 qualified maintenance techs is pretty dry. I have an aviation friend that built a large new hanger-domin

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Looks like something that would be a Spartan. Yep, that’s where it is. I guess they don’t train on the 27 anymore. Sent from my iPhone > On Jul 4, 2024, at 12:08 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Q: Is the stand included in the Sale or just the Cock pit > > A: Yes > >> On Thu, Ju

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Q: Is the stand included in the Sale or just the Cock pit A: Yes On Thu, Jul 4, 2024, at 12:02, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > and it's local > > https://www.govdeals.com/asset/21/24030 > > -- > --FT > > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 04/07/2024 11:02 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: and it's local https://www.govdeals.com/asset/21/24030 Attach it to the back wall of the shop and make it your man cave / bar / lounge. Perfect for an OkieQ. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Kleb needs this -- Boeing 727 Cockpit through First Class Section

2024-07-04 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
and it's local https://www.govdeals.com/asset/21/24030 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com

[MBZ] Kleb needs this -- -Straight piped 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 d Sedan 4D, $1, 000

2023-06-15 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
It looks to be worth $1k but I'd offer $700 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/924700758592577 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this Military diesel generator,$3,000

2022-12-23 Thread Jim Cathey via Mercedes
> True but it wouldn't be half as cool... Nor last half as long, probably. -- Jim ___ 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

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this Military diesel generator,$3,000

2022-12-23 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
True but it wouldn't be half as cool... -Curt On Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 11:03:22 AM EST, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: For $3k he could get a similarly sized new Generac home standby unit. -D > On Dec 22, 2022, at 10:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > http

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this Military diesel generator,$3,000

2022-12-22 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
If he wants to go whole house operation, yes. -D > On Dec 22, 2022, at 12:58 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes > wrote: > > On 22/12/2022 9:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: >> https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1184905995733482 >> > I would think he needs a much bigger unit. Maybe

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this Military diesel generator,$3,000

2022-12-22 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 22/12/2022 9:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1184905995733482 I would think he needs a much bigger unit. Maybe 20KW. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/ar

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this Military diesel generator,$3,000

2022-12-22 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
For $3k he could get a similarly sized new Generac home standby unit. -D > On Dec 22, 2022, at 10:45 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1184905995733482 > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > T

[MBZ] Kleb needs this Military diesel generator,$3,000

2022-12-22 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1184905995733482 -- --FT ___ 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_okieben

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2020-12-18 14:01, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: And that’s why I would consider buying one, as well as one of the Ford hybrids. I can’t do a fully electric car as my daily mileage if I’m driving just for a commute I’m approaching that 50 mile mark. The same battery is good for 70-100 miles

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
And that’s why I would consider buying one, as well as one of the Ford hybrids. I can’t do a fully electric car as my daily mileage if I’m driving just for a commute I’m approaching that 50 mile mark. Ford is dumping sedans, so their Fusion “Energi” can be had for cheap. -D > On Dec 18, 2020,

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2020-12-18 13:27, Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: Thought about you on the way home fro the office today, I was behind a Volt on the Crosstown Expressway. They were keeping up pretty well. A Volt is a Cruze with a non-turbo engine and a fair sized battery and some minor aero improvements.

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Thought about you on the way home fro the office today, I was behind a Volt on the Crosstown Expressway. They were keeping up pretty well. Love the Buick. I’m a sucker for late 30s/early 40s sedans with the “hump” trunk. Those things are massive inside. -D > On Dec 18, 2020, at 1:00 PM, Mitch

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread OK Don via Mercedes
I like the Buick ... Have you ever driven a Healey 3000? It's like a chopped down truck compared to an MG or Triumph. On Fri, Dec 18, 2020 at 12:01 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 2020-12-18 11:01, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > > And in gratitude for his

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
The first three maybe, but not the last. He's no innocent. On Fri, Dec 18, 2020 at 1:01 PM Mitch Haley via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > On 2020-12-18 11:01, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > > And in gratitude for his service we should all pitch in so he can own > > it. > > >

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Mitch Haley via Mercedes
On 2020-12-18 11:01, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: And in gratitude for his service we should all pitch in so he can own it. I'll spot the first $5. Who's next? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-mercedes-benz-600-2/ How much would you pay to put Dan in a Buick? https://bringatr

[MBZ] Kleb needs this historic vehicle

2020-12-18 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
And in gratitude for his service we should all pitch in so he can own it. I'll spot the first $5. Who's next? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1969-mercedes-benz-600-2/?utm_source=dm&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2020-12-18 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To sea

[MBZ] kleb needs this

2020-06-20 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://savannah.craigslist.org/cto/d/savannah-tire-service-van-for-sale/7144697228.html -- --FT ___ 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/m

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Needs This BAD!

2019-12-12 Thread Curt Raymond via Mercedes
Funny you should mention messing with electronic odometers, I saw this video just the other day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4af1OBU5nQ&t=884s Curt On Thursday, December 12, 2019, 12:44:29 AM EST, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Wed, 11 Dec 2019 22:32:50 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercede

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Needs This BAD!

2019-12-12 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Wrong color. Has to be green. On Thu, Dec 12, 2019 at 12:49 AM Craig via Mercedes wrote: > On Wed, 11 Dec 2019 22:32:50 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes > wrote: > > > Wy out of his price range, but a really nice looking example: > > > > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/clearwater-mer

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Needs This BAD!

2019-12-11 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 11 Dec 2019 22:32:50 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Wy out of his price range, but a really nice looking example: > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/clearwater-mercedez-benz/7036859702.html Yes, $13,000 is quite a lot. This brings to mind two questions: 1. Is it po

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Needs This BAD!

2019-12-11 Thread Craig via Mercedes
On Wed, 11 Dec 2019 22:32:50 -0500 Dan Penoff via Mercedes wrote: > Wy out of his price range, but a really nice looking example: > > https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/clearwater-mercedez-benz/7036859702.html Yes, $13,000 is quite a lot. This brings to mind two questions: 1. Is it po

[MBZ] Kleb Needs This BAD!

2019-12-11 Thread Dan Penoff via Mercedes
Wy out of his price range, but a really nice looking example: https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/clearwater-mercedez-benz/7036859702.html -D ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] Kleb needs this stuff in Phoenix

2019-03-28 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
https://phoenix.craigslist.org/wvl/pts/d/waddell-mercedes-123-parts/6851227500.html --FT Sent from iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this, $300

2018-11-14 Thread Larry Turner via Mercedes
Gee, he makes it sound so great!  This email actually contains some comments that should be added to the "List of Comments that Should Make you run Away" Like Doesn't run Tried to change Timing Chain Frozen Bolts Saw engine run (same as running when parked?) Pretty Straight Rust Bucket Basically

[MBZ] Kleb needs this, $300

2018-11-13 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Stretched 1982 Mercedes-Benz 400 SEL Seller's Description Doesn't run. Tried to change timing chain. Frozen bolts everywhere. Ready for redo. I did see engine run. Surrendered it drove too Pretty cool though. Have key and registered non op. Wheels are 15' on center. You'll need to tow. Body p

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this

2018-05-29 Thread Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes
Photo shows the turbo. Too bad about the seats. On Tue, May 29, 2018, 12:38 PM Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Turbo or NA? > > On Tue, May 29, 2018 at 1:51 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > https://losangeles.craigslist.or

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this

2018-05-29 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Turbo or NA? On Tue, May 29, 2018 at 1:51 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/1983-mercedes- > benz-300td/6600100366.html > > --R > Sent from iPhone > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > >

[MBZ] Kleb needs this

2018-05-29 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/1983-mercedes-benz-300td/6600100366.html --R Sent from iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://mail.okiebenz

[MBZ] Kleb needs this chopped bus

2018-02-14 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
https://jalopnik.com/all-the-craigslist-shitboxes-readers-have-been-tempting-1822972691 -- --FT ___ 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/ma

Re: [MBZ] Kleb needs this

2013-06-25 Thread Andrew Strasfogel
LOL. If I paid a nickel for each Rich Thomas LOL he would earn a freee beer in no time. Andrew in D.C., Where happy hour drafts on tap are only $3.00 On Tue, Jun 25, 2013 at 6:41 PM, Rich Thomas < richthomas79td...@constructivity.net> wrote: > http://charleston.craigslist.**org/tls/3892970651.

[MBZ] Kleb needs this

2013-06-25 Thread Rich Thomas
http://charleston.craigslist.org/tls/3892970651.html --R ___ 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.c