"Zoltan Finks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Let's say I don't have a torque wrench and want to know about how
> tight to tighten glow plugs on my 2.4. Are we talking about as tight
> as a spark plug,
That's what I've done. It'd be tough to get a torque wrench down in
there with the engine in th
"R A Bennell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Everyone seems brainwashed by the Consumer Reports people who
> consistently say the Toyotas and Hondas are so much better. We
> currently have 2 Toyotas and 2 Fords as well as the MB and a couple
> of beaters. I'm personally am not having any better luc
Anyone happen to know what the daily consumption of diesel fuel (in
gallons) is in the USA? I'm just curious how much 175M gallons
represents.
Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> ConocoPhilips and Tyson are going to team up to make BioD from
> chicken fat, and beef/pork fat too. 175M gal/
"andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I wonder why he doesn't state clearly what the mileage is? I
> couldn't find it...
I had the same question -- the presumption is "high"
Allan
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1966 230
In case you have not stumbled across it, here is an article on
adjusting the vacuum imputs to the transmission:
http://www.continentalimports.com/ser_index.html
Allan
Xerex (or Zerex?) G-05.
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Sorry - lost my folder with the coolant recommendations - One more
> time -- what coolant is acceptable besides the OEM Mercedes stuff?
> For the '78 240D (rad hose has hole in it -
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I seem to recall there was a company that made replacement rocker
panels for the W110 chassis - anyone recall who that is?
Also interested in a front driver's side door for a W110 230, if
anyone happens to have a rust- and damage-free one available.
Allan
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1983 300D
1966 230
"OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> SO, if you really want a bike, it should really be a bike, and if it's
> going to be American, make it good ---
> http://www.popularmechanics.com/automotive/jay_leno_garage/1959432.html?page=1
> http://www.bosshoss.net/products.asp
Nah, here's what you want
"LT Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> No, way too soon to worry. It is fun to watch the auction the last
> five minutes -- just keep hitting refresh. Only rarely do I even
> know the winning bidder is interested until the last 3 minutes or
> less.
I think ebay ought to not have fixed expiration
Craig McCluskey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> On Wed, 25 Apr 2007 23:56:10 -0500 "OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
>> Read the whole article - it's not a Diesel - it's a vergasser,
>> which is why there is a stock of engines - after the pentagon
>> discovered that a well place hand grenade wou
Zeitgeist <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I think I'm in love with the idea of owning a French car; not so
> sure I ever want achieve the dream, though.
Years ago I knew a guy that had a Renault Alliance. Based on that
memory, I'd never even think of owning a French car.
"Renault Alliance sco
Could not find "KKK" on the web, I'm sure you can imagine what I found
instead!
Got a URL or address for them?
If you have the door and/or rockers that would fit my '66 230, please
let me know and let me know what your price is. Thanks!
Allan
Loren Faeth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> KKK i
and did a double take. Could swear it's a rebadged Chrysler Pacifica.
Could it be?
Allan
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1966 230
"Kevin Kraly" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/car/320144659.html
>
> This one is a 1982 300TD Station Wagon for $10489, no mention of mileage
> other than it's a low mileage example.
Holy cripes they are asking 10,000 for that? And I see that dealer
has a '84 30
According to this[1] page, Toyota used Mercedes diesels in some of
their Land Cruisers.
Anyone know how difficult such a swap would be? Or what motor they
used? There is an old Land Cruiser locally with a supposedly bad
engine.
[1] http://www.brian894x4.com/LCBandeirante.html
Allan
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1983 3
"Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I don't think I'd buy a used VW TDI without good service records.
> VW specifies a limited range of synthetic oils, and the forums at
> tdiclub.com are full of horror stories about ignorant dealers and
> mechanics putting nonapproved oils in and rui
"Alex Chamberlain" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Anyone know what pros do when they are planning to paint, chrome, or
> powdercoat wheels? There must be some definitive surfactant or
> solvent out there that lets you get every last bit of brake dust
> without endless scrubbing in the nooks and cr
"BillR" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> You continue to tempt me with this one, but until the disability
> situation is settled and the daughter situation is settled I can do
> nothing. I would dearly love to get the 300 SEL for my wife though.
I'm tempted too, I'd love the long wheelbase but I'd
Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> bead or walnut blast
>
> cleans it fast but does not pit.
An ultrasonic bath in something like a Simple Green solution would
probably work very well also, as someone else mentioned.
IF you have access to an ultrasonic cleaner that large
I've also used
Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> The speedo in Brunnhilde is spot on after 28 yr, gotta admire those
> old Benz engineers.
The most accurate timepiece I own is on the dash of my 300D. It keeps
time so well the only time I have to change it is when summer time
starts and ends. It's alwa
Was in Cincinnati Saturday and saw diesel for $2.79 while regular
unleaded was $3.17. Sure was happy I took the 300D. Actually had
been a while since it was out on the highway and it is not a bad
highway cruiser at all.
Allan
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1983 300D
1966 230
Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/car/323890344.html -- 78 350SL
Was lime green a factory color?
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1966 230
"Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> it's the same stuff as delvac 1, which used to be sold in the FIVE
> QUART jugs as Mobil 1 5w-40 Truck and SUV oil for ~$23 (same as the
> other M1 5-qt jugs). They've since gotten wise and are charging the
> same price for 20% less content.
They are se
According to this[1], it would be an OM616. Might make a good
platform for a camper conversion -- I fear based on the location (and
the photo of it sitting in the snow) that this example could have rust
issues.
Footnotes:
[1] http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_T1
Curt Raymond <[EMAIL P
Fred Johnson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Does anybody on the list have a good write up on cleaning and
> lubricating the rails and anything else that might need atttention
> after 26 years?
All I know is you're supposed to use the special MB sunroof lube --
it's got magic ingredients I guess an
Redghost <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> new van for me
You bought it?
Allan
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1983 300D
1966 230
"Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I have heard some information that the early 4Matics had problems.
> What is early? What about a 1993 124 with 4Matic? Is that late
> enough that the problems have been worked out, or is it still in the
> problem time?
I don't know the answer to your
Mitch Haley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> A diesel wagon 4matic? In Indiana?
No it wasn't a diesel. I typed TD without thinking. It was a gasser.
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1966 230
So just what the heck are they *doing* up there? I saw the guy
crawling on the lines, but can't figure out what a single person with
hand tools could possibly "repair". All that's up there are cables
and insulators.
Are they just "inspecting" ? Seems that a video camera with a zoom
lens could
ernest breakfield <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> three classes of US licenses currently being issued; no code
> required for any of them.
So, is there now a clique of "old-school" hams that knows code and
looks down with disdain on the "newbies" who can't do it? Or does
everyone pretty much accep
"Zoltan Finks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Any of you familiar with such an operation? Sounds like he turns
> these cars around as a business, though he claimed not to be a
> dealer of any sort. I just wonder if these cars are stolen.
I don't buy lots of cars, but have bought enough of them to
"Mike Canfield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> No..It does nothing. No noise, no forward, no reverse, only
> park.
If reverse does not work it's not the B2. Normally with the B2 (well,
when mine failed, anyway) you can coax it into forward motion, at
least for a little while, and once you ge
"Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I think (more like I HOPE) that it depends on which Jiffy Lube you
> go to [...] most of them are good places.
I'm sure that's true. I agree with what you say about building trust
and repeat business with a few select shops. I think some people stop
"Chris Lane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> It started to flare between first and second, and then suddenly it
> feels like you have the clutch halfway to the floor on a stick
> shift.
Classic B2 failure symptoms. That's exactly how mine went on my 300D.
> My reverse works great, second seems ok
"Mike Canfield" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> How hard is it to inspect this mischeivous B2 piston? Can it be
> done still in the car?
The B2 piston cover is on the right side of the tranny. If you open
it up you'll lose fluid. I have a writeup somewhere I posted to the
old [EMAIL PROTECTED]
"Sunil Hari" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I'm just kidding - there are very few domestic cars I'd buy, and the
> Mustang is NOT one of them.
>
> Maybe a Ford Focus, a Dodge Challenger (when it arrives), a Chrysler
> 300, and maybe a Cadillac. But that's about it.
We have a Focus. It's a tin ca
"Jeff Zedic" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> As for diesel MPVs, almost every Dodge Caravan I see here, why they
> have them is beyond me, is a diesel with a manual trans.
Holy . I wish they sold those here. What engine do they us in
them?
Allan
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1983 300D
1966 230
"Donald Snook" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Where is the microscopic focus on details of Biden's life?
Biden has been in the Senate for decades, he's "well known" to the
media, while most of the media probably could not have named the
Governor of Alaska prior to this fall. That is at least part o
"Bill R" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> As Colin Powell mentioned her selection and his belief that she is not
> qualified as one of the reasons he is backing Obama, I am wondering what the
> plan is to discredit his thinking and credentials. Colin Powell seems to
> have a pretty solid background f
"R A Bennell" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Second part of all this is - Don't you just hate buying stuff from the
> dealer? Anyone else make anti-freeze that is silicate free and
> therefore the "correct" stuff?
Cooincidentally I was just yesterday trying to determine the correct
coolant to use
Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> I notice that my latest Harbor Freight flier has an AC evacuation
> pump, a real one, for $90. #98076
I have one on order, as I mentioned a week or so ago, unfortunately they
are currently back-ordered so I guess I need to wait until the next boat
from Ch
"Bill R" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Ban appreciated, it had gotten far beyond friendly discussion.
I actually think it was *fairly* civil for the most part, with a few
exceptions. Though I certainly participated in some of the threads, I
think the ban is a good idea overall, people who come he
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Tom Hargrave wrote:
> > But, what do you do with a 55 gallon barrel of engine oil?
>
> I'm told that Mobil One has an eight month shelf life. (this was in the
> context
> of the two stroke M1 that was discontinued almost a year ago)
I can hardly see ho
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> We're laying of 300 people right now, 3 from my group although one will
> be retained until the end of the year.
Bad news -- I don't recall, who is "we" or what industry or market are
you in?
Allan
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1983 300D
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"andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> What is the oil change interval for Mobil One? Every 6 months regardless
> of mileage?
The usual advice is to do oil analysis over a period of time and base
your change interval on that. I guess there are a lot of variables.
Myself, I've never b
Well, pretty clearly the rods bent and they swapped in a V8.
"Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Mercedes-Benz-300-Series-350sd-1990-mercedez-benz-350sd_W0QQitemZ170273356767QQihZ007QQcategoryZ6330QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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So all of a sudden driving home tonight I have no heat. More precisely,
the blower is not working. Hopefully just a fuse -- will check in the
light of day.
Allan
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I think it was less than 12 hours after the politics ban that the first
oil thread began.
Allan
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1983 300D
On Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:05:36 EDT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said:
> > ..What is the oil change interval for Mobil One? Every 6 months regardless
> > of
> > mileage?..
> >
> Oh God. Here we go.
Checked the fuse this morning and it's fine. In fact it was blue when
the card in the fuse box cover called for a red fuse so someone has
already tried the Andrew strategy.
I got into the car, thumped a fist on the general area of where I
imagine the blower is, and it whirred to life.
Allan
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"Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> So do you think that the lobbyists are using Mobil 1 to grease the palms
> of the politicans?
I think one of the candidates claimed that if we all started using Mobil
1 we'd save enough gasoline to offset drilling in ANWR or something like
that
All
What is that, synthetic nitrogen?
"Rich Thomas" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> I use Mobil 1 air in my tires, will that help? But I don't know how
> often I should change it, or what weight to use.
>
> --R
>
> Allan Streib wrote:
> > "Rich Thoma
"Gary Hurst" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> i had a locksmith tell me to put wd-40 in my keyhole. not exactly a
> confidence inspiring concept.
WD-40 is OK to dry out water, loosen up/flush out dirt, etc. but it has
almost no long-term residual effect. It evaporates almost completely.
Allan
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;
> > Mobil 1 air is not approved for use on MB cars. Only factory german MB
> > air can be used.
> >
> > Rich Thomas wrote:
> > > I use Mobil 1 air in my tires, will that help? But I don't know how
> > > often I should chang
"andrew strasfogel" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> WD-40 is the Wal-Mart of spray lubricants. I refuse to use it any more.
The problem is it's not really a lubricant. It is a water displacer
(that's what the WD stands for). It's good for drying out a distributor
on the side of the road.
Allan
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"Scott Ritchey" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Does the fan come on in AC (max cool) or Defrost setting? If you start in
> AC/Defrost and switch to heat does the fan stay on? If so, maybe problem is
> thermal sensor (or wire) that delays heat function until motor gets warm.
No, it would not come
"LWB250" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> One thing you might want to look at:
>
> If you've got an 802.11n router and wireless card in your laptop, see
> what frequencies they run at. 802.11n will work at both 2.4Ghz and
> 5.4Ghz (I think). I would have to go back and check, but one of these
> ba
Anyone else have the experience of receiving a shipment from Harbor
Freight, thumbing through the enclosed flyer and seeing the SAME items
you just ordered on sale for $10 less??? Has happened to me twice now.
Allan
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"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> I have no idea how in God's name they're going to get out of this. State
> schools
> don't exactly have an extra $300 million sitting around.
They'll probably have to suck it up and do a bond issue. Typical result
of having all your eggs in one basket
Peter Arnold <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> The only slim hope I have of getting my $118 back is that PayPAl was
> acting as my agent. I've heard they can be nasty in these cases, time
> will tell.
Give it plenty of time. Last week I received ACKNOWLEDGEMENT of receipt
of a dispute I'd started w
The antifreeze can be recycled, but it's also biodegradable and OK to
put into the sewer. Not so sure about a septic system, guess it would
be OK there too as long as you're not talking about huge quantities.
The municipal sewer offers far more dilution though.
Allan
Rich Thomas <[EMAIL PROTECT
"OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> LubriPlate is often used by repair shops, though I havnt' tried to
> source it in a long time. THe MB special grease for the sunroofs comes
> to mind as well - though I've not used it for anything else.
LubriPlate has an online store...
http://www.lubripl
"Fmiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> It seems than at Mon, 27 Oct 2008 14:21:45 -0500, Kaleb wrote:
>
> > The 6.2 is pretty decent. Not a power house by any means. In
> > a burb it will get 17 all day long, maybe even better.
>
> That is what I'm hoping for. A noticeable improvement over the
>
ess than the percentage difference of the MPG, yes, it could
> be cheaper even if the fuel costs $1/G more.
>
>
> cheers!
> e
>
>
> Allan Streib wrote:
> >
> >> That is what I'm hoping for. A noticeable improvement over the
> >>
I am wanting to replace some burned out dash lamps in my VW Vanagon.
The lamps in question are for the panels around heat/vent controls. The
bulbs I removed are housed in plastic barrels that are 8mm in diameter;
the barrels push-fit into a recepticles on the back of the illuminated
panels.
My th
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Might work, they can't be dimmed though...
Really? I've got an LED flashlight that gets dim when the batteries go
flat. Are there LEDs that are strictly on/off and others that are
"dimmable" ?
I'm now thinking that I might be able to fit 5mm LEDs int
A lot of rust in the trunk, and the engine compartment has not been kept up like
the exterior finish. What's with all the guts hanging out under the dash?
Donald Snook <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> http://tiny.cc/UBklM
>
> Donald H. Snook
>
>
>
>
> ___
> http:
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Someone mentioned people oing something similar to cars in the NE to protect
> them from the road salts - spray used motor oil on the underside of cars -
> inside rockers, etc to prevent rust - repeat evert 2-3 years depending on
> service -
>
> It's been a
VW uses some kind of waxy substance as an undercoating. At least my '91
Jetta had it, on really hot days it would seep out a little. No idea if
the dealers carry it for spot retouching...
Allan
On Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:56:36 -0500, "Fmiser" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> > > LarryT wrote:
> > > Some
Jim Cathey <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
>> Someone mentioned people oing something similar to cars in the NE to
>> protect them from the road salts - spray used motor oil on the
>> underside of cars - inside rockers, etc to prevent rust - repeat
>> evert 2-3 years depending on service -
>
> I think
"Tom Hargrave" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> The real issue is that craigslist is taking the air out of a lot of
> markets, including autotrader & most local newspapers. Why pay for
> something that you can get for free?
What has really floored me is this new site, vehix.com, that suddenly
starte
HSA - Health Savings Account - the money is yours, there's no "use it or
lose it" feature. It's a lot like an IRA: you can invest in mutual
funds and you keep the gains (or suffer the losses). Unlike an ordinary
IRA you can withdraw from it at any time for health-related expenses. I
think at ret
Definitely worth checking out, but the high-deductible plan I have on my
HSA does have a prescription plan with "flat pricing" for generics, etc.
This is likely different from plan to plan.
Allan
On Thu, 30 Oct 2008 08:35:31 -0500, "Gary Thompson"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> The problem I've exp
Check the full headers of the email and see where it originated. These
can be forged, but it's a clue if they look odd.
The wording doesn't flow quite right. Where does he purport to be from?
"Wilton Strickland" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Yes.
>
> Wilton
>
> - Original Message -
> F
Could be they just threw the word Diesel into the title so that it would
get more hits in search results -- show up for people who are looking
for a diesel but maybe they would change their mind?
Sleazy tactic, but perhaps effective.
I'd say that this is 99.9% chance a HEMI gasser, if it's not an
"Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> What sort of mileage would a 2.3 5 speed get? Did they require
> premium in later cars? I thought the 2.3 only needed regular.
I thought every MB gasser required premium (at least recommended it).
Allan
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Interesting, but it seems to me that the "MADE IN ." statement is
pretty easy to find on almost anything even without this knowledge.
Chuck Landenberger <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Hi All,
>
> Just some information that I think is important. Not generally
> known!
>
> Origin of produ
I thought they were using some Italian diesel in the Jeeps
Allan
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"Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Weill it was flagged and removed, but yes, there was such a thing. Had
> the same CDI engine as MB. In fact, you could just buy a MB for the
> price they sold for
"Luther" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Could we finally have THE ultimate truck? Chevy body, Allison trans,
> and Cumins engine?
>
> http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27125864/
That merger is akin to combining the Titanic and the Lusitania and
thinking that together they will stay afloat.
I think th
"Chuck Landenberger" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Here's more info:
>
> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cerberus_Capital_Management
>
> And Dan Quayle heads one of the international units and on October
> 19, 2006, John W. Snow, President George W. Bush's second United
> States Secretary of the
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Sorry - my mistake - I *assumed* (always a bad thing to do) that since
> the HSA plans I'd read all req'd forfeiture - that was a total of 5
> planes IIRC - one was federal, one was state and the others private
> insurance.
FSAs forfeit any unused contributi
I don't think those hoses are generally prone to having problems, but if
you want to do it -- check the bottom of every list email
http://www.buymbparts.com
If it's not listed on line, call -- Rusty can probably get them.
Allan
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1983 300D
David Hemsley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Hi
David Hemsley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Thanks for the reply and your input.
>
> I would prefer to replace these things for a couple of reasons both
> have to do with selfishness. :)
>
> I love my 123s and I love my Lady. I figure both are worth spending
> the money to keep them going fo
Is there a commonly available tool that will flare mild steel or copper
tubing to accept a rubber hose and clamp? What is the correct name for
this type of flare?
Allan
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Would anyone with a lathe be willing to help me out here?
Allan Streib <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> Is there a commonly available tool that will flare mild steel or copper
> tubing to accept a rubber hose and clamp? What is the
Is there any chemical that will remove the white chalky-looking
corrosion from aluminum, I think this is mostly caused by road salt, you
see this on manifolds, cases, etc.
I've tried wire brushing and it does not seem to do much. Would
something like Lime-Away be worth trying?
Allan
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Anyone know anything about Carvin loudspeakers? Think $400 is
reasonable for a pair of (used) 3-way/400W/15-inch ??
Allan
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I've NEVER had ANY car at ANY dealer for service where they JUST did
what I asked them to do without a phone call and a lot of FUD about ten
other things that needed to be done.
This is because a) the service writer gets paid on commission and b) I
suspect that service is really the money-maker fo
I assume this all applies to W123 cars as well? I do have a pretty
distinctive "klunk" especially on the 3/4 shift if I'm not really under
power when that happens Downshifts as well.
Allan
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On Mon, 3 Nov 2008 15:22:52 EST, [EMAIL PROTECTED] said:
> > ...Don, the good news is t
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/cto/904173574.html
>
> I'm almost considering this one... Must be okay its got a brand new
> inspection sticker, MA is fairly picky.
I don't think the motors in those GM passenger diesels were ever held up
as a model o
Yeah that's pretty much it. Cosmetically a bit different but I'd bet
it's the same box and internals. Just wondering if anyone knew how well
this kind of stuff tends to hold its value. I'm looking at this as a
possible opportunity do do a quick eBay flip if I can get a decent price
on these.
All
Hendrik & Fay <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> They know how to make their money, 7 bucks for windshield juice. I can
> just about buy a whole bottle of juice (without the star on it of
> course) for that.
I watch for sales at < $1.00/gallon and buy cases of it. Normally it
sells for $2 - $3/gallon
"Wonko the Sane" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> But in your case, you never own a car long enough to realize the
> payback. The investment in Mobil 1 is only cost effective for those
> of us who plan to drive a car until the wheels fall off.
If you extend your change intervals to the limit (based
"Kaleb C. Striplin" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> speaking of oil, Im still back and forth with the mobile one thing,
> mostly because I dont want to spend that much for oil. But I usually
> run delvac 1300 and its gone up to almost $12 for a gallon jug at
> wally world.
When I can't find Mobil-
On Tue, 4 Nov 2008 08:17:19 -0800, "Alex Chamberlain"
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Wow, learn something new every day. I have an el-cheapo Chinese
> generator that I'm rather fond of. 4500W supposedly, looks like a
> knockoff of an old Honda engine, and starts on the first pull every
> time. It
"LarryT" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Maybe you can help me understand something? Certain people are not
> allowed to vote - felons, illegal aliens, under 18, dead people, etc. How
> are those people weeded out of the voting process?
In Indiana, you have to be registered, and you have to
"Curt Raymond" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Think so? I was rather counting on M1's ability to float and crud around
> so I could drain it out later. Unlike a bigger engine with a serious sump
> theres not really anywhere good for the crud to settle out to in a small
> engine.
That's what I recal
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Allan Streib wrote:
> > BTW I voted this morning, 10 minutes in and out. I vote straight ticket
> > so there's no agonizing over all the choices.
>
> See, that's the kind of lazy jerk who should have st
"Mitch Haley" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said:
> Let's try that again, this time phrased correctly:
> I mentioned that I believed the judicial choices were in the 'non-partisan'
> section of the ballot, and the poll worker said she thought they were
> included in the straight
> ticket vote.
Here all
For small engines like that with no oil filter a non-detergent oil is
generally recommended. They don't suspend dirt so much, so it tends to
settle out instead of remaining in suspension with nothing to ever
filter it out.
Is there a Mobil-1 for small engines?
Allan
On Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:26:30
"OK Don" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> My local dealer doubles the MB list price on parts ---
Very typical for any shop.
Allan
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