Re: [MBZ] Adenauer

2014-06-26 Thread dseretakis
I know;) Sent from my iPhone On Jun 26, 2014, at 7:48 PM, Dwight Giles dwight.gi...@gmail.com wrote: Agreed. I was being sarcastic about the OM 602. On Jun 26, 2014 7:22 PM, dsereta...@yahoo.com wrote: Thank you Andrew and Dan! Sent from my iPhone On Jun 26, 2014, at 6:37 PM, Dan

Re: [MBZ] OT flood insurance

2014-07-03 Thread dseretakis
That shop sure sounds enticing! Sent from my iPhone On Jul 3, 2014, at 8:50 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: Hahaha, he is asking $225k we offered $215. This is for a 3k sqft house on 10 acres with a 99x75 heated and insulated shop complete with a paint booth. Sent from

Re: [MBZ] Spring Compressor

2014-07-06 Thread dseretakis
Not as good as Klann. On some cars namely the W123 you have to grind away at shock tower to get it in. Also made in Taiwan I think. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 6, 2014, at 3:03 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Got a chance to score one of these fairly cheap:

Re: [MBZ] Spring Compressor

2014-07-07 Thread dseretakis
Mine came in a sturdy cardboard box. The one with plastic case cost slightly more. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 7, 2014, at 1:08 AM, Jim Cathey jim.cathey...@gmail.com wrote: My Klann is in a red case. On Sun, Jul 6, 2014 at 3:26 PM, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: Watcha

Re: [MBZ] OT - Cell Phone Stuff

2014-07-08 Thread dseretakis
Wow, those old iPhones are pricey! Sent from my iPhone On Jul 8, 2014, at 6:32 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Scored an iPhone 4S off Craigslist this afternoon for $150 with box and charger. Met the owner at the Verizon store to verify that the ESN was clean. Friday will be the

Re: [MBZ] Unimog value?

2015-03-28 Thread dseretakis
It seems like a good deal but pics show the nose above the front bumper to be pretty beat up. Hard to evaluate a car from across the pond. Will have a friend check it out for me. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 28, 2015, at 3:27 PM, Curly McLain 126die...@gmail.com wrote: There is a Mog group web

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: Jay Leno's Garage: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing Coupe - Ultimate Edition - Jay Le...

2015-03-28 Thread dseretakis
Yeah nice video. Would love to drive one someday:) Sent from my iPhone On Mar 28, 2015, at 7:34 PM, Kevin Kraly kevinpadd...@gmail.com wrote: Wow, that was quite a treat! That engine has an awesome roar. If only I could have been in the passenger’s seat… Kevin in Hillsboro, OregonOn

Re: [MBZ] ON THREAD: Shifter Bushings

2015-03-30 Thread dseretakis
$50;) Sent from my iPhone On Mar 30, 2015, at 9:16 PM, Jon Agne jonag...@gwi.net wrote: While in NYC last week my shifter started rattling and became very loose. I stopped at a local indie in Queens to ask a question or two about it. Next thing I knew, he had the car on the lift

[MBZ] Unimog value?

2015-03-28 Thread dseretakis
How much you all think a circa 1960'a running driving rust free unimog is worth? Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Unimog value?

2015-03-28 Thread dseretakis
Wow. The one I'm looking at is a short wheelbase diesel model with a truck bed. They are asking 3800 euro. Yes it's in Europe. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 28, 2015, at 11:48 AM, Jim Cathey jim.cathey...@gmail.com wrote: I think a lot would depend on the model. There are a lot of different

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes pickup

2015-03-27 Thread dseretakis
You all know that's almost certainly a POS Nissan in Mercedes guise? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 27, 2015, at 12:00 PM, Randy Bennell rbenn...@bennell.ca wrote: On 27/03/2015 7:51 AM, David Kristin Gilmore via Mercedes wrote: Here's something to hope comes to the USA.

[MBZ] Mercedes pick-up

2015-03-27 Thread dseretakis
Yup the pick- up is a POS Nissan. MB is in a downward spiral through a long toilet drain. http://www.wsj.com/articles/mercedes-benz-in-talks-with-nissan-to-jointly-develop-pickup-truck-1427463807 Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes pickup

2015-03-27 Thread dseretakis
I'd rather buy an old unimog if I need additional hauling rather than that Nissan turd. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 27, 2015, at 12:22 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I have a trailer hitch if I need to do additional hauling. I know better than to question anything that

Re: [MBZ] O/T: Pious Pickup

2015-03-27 Thread dseretakis
Ughh. Sent from my iPhone On Mar 27, 2015, at 6:59 PM, Greg Fiorentino gf...@dslnorthwest.net wrote: I stopped off to do a little grocery shopping today and my eyes were assailed by this: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/c3o9369qj5c9n1z/AAASER6TnuG-MnTvvB7DVhi0a?dl=0 Greg

Re: [MBZ] ON THREAD: Shifter Bushings

2015-04-01 Thread dseretakis
Um they charge $150 per hr for labor in NYC?? Sent from my iPhone On Mar 31, 2015, at 6:29 AM, Jaime Kopchinski jaime...@gmail.com wrote: I'll bite... $200. $150/ hour, $20 for parts, $15 shop fees, tax :) It's NYC! Jaime On Monday, March 30, 2015, Jon Agne jonag...@gwi.net

Re: [MBZ] Favorite Automotive Products Thread

2015-04-01 Thread dseretakis
Fluid Film. Spray it on bare metal and it will not rust even when exposed to road salt spray. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 1, 2015, at 7:43 AM, Meade Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: Dieselvolk, Better than an oil thread! I'd like to get a conversation going about our favorite

Re: [MBZ] OT: Any alfistas here?

2015-04-02 Thread dseretakis
The car has rack and pinion steering but also has a steering gear box. I know nothing about rack and pinion. I'm asking if a manual steering gearbox for a rack and pinion system can be interchanged with a power steering gearbox in a rack and pinion system. I know that can't be done in a

[MBZ] OT: Any alfistas here?

2015-04-02 Thread dseretakis
A friend in Greece has a 1988 Alfa spider 1600 with manual steering. The steering box is toast and rebuilt replacement boxes cost 1000 euro there. I could only find power steering boxes here and they are much cheaper. The car has rack and pinion steering, so would a power steering box work in

Re: [MBZ] Missing emails

2015-04-02 Thread dseretakis
And same here. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 2, 2015, at 7:55 AM, Max Dillon dillonm...@gmail.com wrote: I'm getting list emails quoting emails that I have not received. Nothing in my spam folder on my phone. What's my next step? -- Max Dillon Charleston SC '87 300TD '95 E300

Re: [MBZ] I *Think* I Bought a Car

2015-04-02 Thread dseretakis
The heat fried their brains?:) Sent from my iPhone On Apr 2, 2015, at 8:33 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin ka...@striplin.net wrote: People in Florida are weirdos Sent from my iPhone On Apr 2, 2015, at 6:08 AM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Strange, very strange... I sent an email to

Re: [MBZ] OT: non-Mercedes parking question

2015-04-03 Thread dseretakis
You don't buy a Camry. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2015, at 7:48 AM, Tim Crone bb...@crone.us wrote: Though I suppose it could apply to recent Mercedes. I am within a few months of trading the van out for something - Accord or Camry probably, by the numbers. So I'm thinking about

Re: [MBZ] Lesjofor Springs

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
I thought they were OEM to Mercedes? Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2015, at 12:57 PM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Anyone know anything about these guys? I ask because they sell a lot of springs, and are less expensive than MB by a bit. I need to put a new set of rear springs on

Re: [MBZ] Parts

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
You guys shouldn't discount the Classic Center. You get 15-20% off with MBCA discount and you are guaranteed to get quality. No BS. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2015, at 5:52 PM, Mountain Man maontin@gmail.com wrote: Curly wrote: Dr. Fatty has been mentioned. If you like abuse, you

Re: [MBZ] Parts

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
There is a shipping charge but nothing out of the ordinary. You almost always get the part in two days. Autohausaz 5-7. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2015, at 7:23 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Be careful of the shipping charges - ask first. On Mon, Apr 6, 2015 at

Re: [MBZ] Thug driving Benz with pimp rims gets ventilated at FLAPS

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
Some years ago, up here in Maine, a cop responded to a domestic dispute. The man was an invalid in a wheelchair paralyzed from waist down. The invalid wielded a knife at the cop who then proceeded to shoot him dead. Really?? Now how was that necessary? This stuff happens all too often and is

Re: [MBZ] Thug driving Benz with pimp rims gets ventilated at FLAPS

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
Anyone with half a brain should have hoplophobia. If you don't treat a gun with utmost respect and caution you are nothing but an idiot. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2015, at 8:54 PM, G Mann g2ma...@gmail.com wrote: Please excuse my failure to communicate in your language. I'm a

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
The whole foods is a few blocks up. I lived between the two on Wisconsin Ave. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2015, at 4:05 PM, Rich Thomas richthomas79td...@constructivity.net wrote: The AP that used to be in Georgetown was THE pickup place for chicks back in the day. I'm sure Andrew

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-06 Thread dseretakis
I never picked up any chicks at that Safeway:) Well, I might have picked up my girlfriend there but we were already together for several years. It was torn down and rebuilt into a multi-story job. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 6, 2015, at 7:07 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Booted For Excessive Bounces

2015-04-05 Thread dseretakis
Yup me too. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2015, at 9:17 PM, Rick Knoble rickkno...@hotmail.com wrote: ‎Your membership in the mailing list Mercedes has been disabled due to excessive bounces The last bounce received from you was dated 06-Apr-2015. This stuff again...? Rick Sent

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-07 Thread dseretakis
I might be heading down in late July sometime. Maybe we can arrange something then. You know our friend no longer lives in DC! He's living on a farm in rural Maryland! Sent from my iPhone On Apr 7, 2015, at 11:41 AM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: Hey Dimitri - when are you

Re: [MBZ] Thug driving Benz with pimp rims gets ventilated at FLAPS

2015-04-07 Thread dseretakis
The video footage betrays a cold blooded murderous cop. This was no mistake. Utterly disgusting. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 7, 2015, at 7:24 PM, Greg Fiorentino gf...@dslnorthwest.net wrote: Well, cops are human and make mistakes...and there are some bad ones out there too. I've worked

Re: [MBZ] Thug driving Benz with pimp rims gets ventilated at FLAPS

2015-04-07 Thread dseretakis
Truly unbelievable. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 7, 2015, at 8:05 PM, Mitch Haley mi...@mitchellhaley.com wrote: http://photographyisnotacrime.com/2015/04/south-carolina-cop-arrested-for-murder-after-video-shows-him-shooting-man-in-back/ Slager claimed he tried to subdue Scott with a

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-03 Thread dseretakis
I find w123 ride quality to be superior to W124. W124 probably handles better though. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2015, at 12:32 AM, OK Don okd...@gmail.com wrote: Both the 114/115 and the 124 handle/drive better than the 123. It was a low point in suspension design - they dropped the

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-03 Thread dseretakis
I looked up babe magnet. At the end was the antonym: Mercedes 240D, preferably China blue. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2015, at 10:54 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I looked up the definition of chick magnet. At the end was the antonym: Mercedes 300TD turbodiesel

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-03 Thread dseretakis
Yeah, I've never seen a strut in a w123! Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2015, at 11:23 AM, Jim Cathey jim.cathey...@gmail.com wrote: I am so stuck in the 80s. What will it take to get me into the front seat of a newer car? A crapload of money? [123] dropped the double wishbone front end

Re: [MBZ] the club

2015-04-03 Thread dseretakis
Why would you want to get into the front seat of a newer car? Even the nicest ones bore me. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 3, 2015, at 10:46 AM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I am so stuck in the 80s. What will it take to get me into the front seat of a newer car? On Fri,

Re: [MBZ] Thug driving Benz with pimp rims gets ventilated at FLAPS

2015-04-05 Thread dseretakis
I want to know why these cops shoot to kill. Why not shoot the guy in the arm or leg? If he's grabbing for a taser then he's probably not armed. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2015, at 11:14 AM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I would speculate the increase in cop shooting

Re: [MBZ] Thug driving Benz with pimp rims gets ventilated at FLAPS

2015-04-05 Thread dseretakis
So if a cop attacks someone and that person is in imminent danger of being incapacitated by the cop, then does the victim have re right to use deadly force against the cop? Sent from my iPhone On Apr 5, 2015, at 2:39 PM, Greg Fiorentino gf...@dslnorthwest.net wrote: If an armed LE officer

Re: [MBZ] Missing email example

2015-04-02 Thread dseretakis
Gee thanks;) Sent from my iPhone On Apr 2, 2015, at 12:02 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: DImitri's email address is highly spam-worthy. On Thu, Apr 2, 2015 at 8:47 AM, Dan Penoff d...@penoff.com wrote: Strange. You are aware that recent fixes sorted out the Reply

Re: [MBZ] Loren Faeth

2015-04-09 Thread dseretakis
Yes he is a list member! Sent from my iPhone On Apr 9, 2015, at 4:14 PM, Andrew Strasfogel astrasfo...@gmail.com wrote: I just received a LinkedIn email notification concerning Loren Faeth. Is he a List member? Loren does macadamia nuts and biofuels and wastewater treatment! I am

Re: [MBZ] Today's CL Find

2014-07-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Beauty. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 14, 2014, at 7:40 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Price is a little high, but nice nevertheless. http://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/4568162179.html Manny tranny AND factory trailer hitch. Dan

Re: [MBZ] Today's CL Find

2014-07-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yes and I would snatch it up if I were in a position to buy another car! Sent from my iPhone On Jul 15, 2014, at 6:39 AM, Jon Agne via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: That is a nice car. It;s probably worth at least that much in certain markets. Dimitri, Are you watching this…….?

Re: [MBZ] OT - tile floors

2014-07-19 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Lumber yards dominate in Maine. Much better selection, quality and price than Lowes/HD. Sent from my iPhone On Jul 19, 2014, at 8:42 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Too bad, we have a fair amount of local yards, one within 1/2 mile of my house even. They focus

Re: [MBZ] Craigslist Search

2014-08-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Searchtempest.com Sent from my iPhone On Aug 10, 2014, at 12:47 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I'm trying to find a way to search the local area CL for multiple MB listings. Using saved searches on CL works, but it's sort of a PITA to have to click through

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
The leaf is for pussies. Real men drive diesels:) Sent from my iPhone On Aug 11, 2014, at 1:29 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: List price right at $30k. -Curt From: Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com To:

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-13 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Clear chowder is preferable to me but difficult to find. Legal Seafoods used to serve it as a light clam chowder and it was very good. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 13, 2014, at 8:33 AM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Yes. The first time I have ever seen RI clear

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-13 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
No Name is still around -at least as of a couple of years ago. I know the owners and many of the waitstaff for at least 23 years. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 13, 2014, at 4:23 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I think it sold out or moved or something a long time

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Definitely not yuppified. Same old no name. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 14, 2014, at 9:26 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: It's probably yuppified by now and charges $15 for a cup of chowdah. On Thu, Aug 14, 2014 at 1:55 AM, Archer75--- via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
, Dwight Giles via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Come to the Q then taste no name's the next day. On Aug 14, 2014 1:59 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I need to get to Bahstun sometime again and check it out --R On 8/14/14 1:45 PM, dseretakis

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
And more importantly one fu**ing pointless car with a realistic range of 60-80 miles. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 16, 2014, at 2:06 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: The Leaf is one fugly car. -- Jim ___

Re: [MBZ] OT: Sacrilege

2014-08-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
can be developed with a real range I don't have any interest in buying one. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 16, 2014, at 9:53 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: dseretakis--- via Mercedes wrote: And more importantly one fu**ing pointless car with a realistic range of 60

Re: [MBZ] OT: Ugly cars

2014-08-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I actually like the Aztek. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 16, 2014, at 1:36 PM, Archer75--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I like ugly cars. No one envies them, no one wants them, thieves ignore them, and some of them get very good fuel mileage. Also, building a wooden car,

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-20 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Now don't get all redneck on us now! Sent from my iPhone On Aug 20, 2014, at 7:31 AM, Mitch Haley via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Jon Agne via Mercedes wrote: Dimitri and I are thinking of bringing the Rhode Island version of chowder. More later, as we have work out the

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-20 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It's confirmed. Curt is our resident redneck!!;) Sent from my iPhone On Aug 20, 2014, at 8:13 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: That is completely un-redneck. Redneck would be to heat it with a torch. -Curt From: dseretakis

Re: [MBZ] 68 280SL

2014-08-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Except that black is a horrible color on that car. Sent from my iPhone On Aug 22, 2014, at 9:27 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Yesterday evening I went to the farm stand to get some stuff, I see this beautiful black 280SL sitting there. As I was getting out of

Re: [MBZ] 68 280SL

2014-08-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yeah because it's a horrible shade for that car! Sent from my iPhone On Aug 22, 2014, at 12:54 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: It must have been, although come to think of it, I've never seen a W113 in black. On Fri, Aug 22, 2014 at 11:38 AM, Dan

Re: [MBZ] Chowdah Q

2014-08-22 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That's cuz people drive big fat Caddys in Florida:) Sent from my iPhone On Aug 22, 2014, at 3:10 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I've tried to do a FL-Q and I can't get anyone to come. And in the winter, to boot! I have a great private park for it, too. Dan

[MBZ] Steel fuel line

2014-08-25 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Where do I get it? My 240D has a percorated (rust) line that runs under the car. Auto zone and Advance don't sell it. Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

[MBZ] Classic car stock

2014-08-31 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I always thought the stock market was a waste of time. These people likely feel the same way. What a cool model: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/classiccars/10830299/Investors-sought-to-cash-in-on-rising-classic-car-values.html Sent from my iPhone ___

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Prius drivers are cows in a herd! Hahahaha Sent from my iPhone On Sep 5, 2014, at 12:30 AM, Gary Hurst via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: 49 mpg! wow i rented a kia soul recently and really liked it On Fri, Sep 5, 2014 at 12:02 AM, Archer75--- via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] nice 240D stick

2014-09-06 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
No way. Cactus green is a winner color! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 6, 2014, at 12:54 PM, WILTON via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Yep, noticed that, too. Hood looks slightly low at left, front corner and slightly high at left, rear corner. I like the ivory color better than the

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Finally, someone else who calls it a priapism!!! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 8, 2014, at 4:40 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Neighbors have priapisms. I rode in one around town. It is not a nice car. Second gen, and lower quality build than first gen (Grandma got one

Re: [MBZ] This worth anywhere near the listed price?

2014-09-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Depends upon condition. If the rust is merely surface which the owner claims but I doubt then it's probably worth the asking price. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 8, 2014, at 7:17 PM, Kaleb C. Striplin via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: 1973 Mercedes Benz 280se 4.5

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius and changing subjects

2014-09-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Not all electric cars are fruity. The Prius on the other hand Sent from my iPhone On Sep 10, 2014, at 7:33 PM, John Reames via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: *Ahem* Generalizations aren't always correct. (I drive an electric car; as previously discussed, it is perfect for

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
How could people live with themselves being such cows? I'd rather pull a Robin Williams. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 8, 2014, at 5:39 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: On 9/8/14 4:42 PM, clay via Mercedes wrote: There are an excess of the blue ones roaming my

Re: [MBZ] Testing Prius

2014-09-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Volt? Sent from my iPhone On Sep 11, 2014, at 10:59 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Other than a Prius, what is the cheapest used electric car I can get for my 15 mile RT commute? On Thu, Sep 11, 2014 at 10:34 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Old crash pics

2014-09-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I thought w115s were tough??!! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 14, 2014, at 12:01 PM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Scroll down the comments for some of an old Benz wrapped around a pole. Scary stuff

[MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I run Mobil 1 5W40 in my 82 240D. I have been doing so for the 5 or so years that I've owned it. It has always had a pretty significant oil leak as evidenced my a mess on my driveway. The past couple of weeks the oil leak seems to have stopped! How can this happen? Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Haha. I knew someone would say that Sent from my iPhone On Sep 15, 2014, at 9:18 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: You're out of oil? Dan Sent from my iPad On Sep 15, 2014, at 8:59 AM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I run Mobil

Re: [MBZ] Nice Universal

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Yup will prob go for 30K Sent from my iPhone On Sep 15, 2014, at 8:19 AM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I'm in lust. http://bringatrailer.com/2014/09/14/unusually-dry-1966-mercedes-benz-230-w110-universal/ Sent from my iPad

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
? Gerry dseretakis--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I run Mobil 1 5W40 in my 82 240D. I have been doing so for the 5 or so years that I've owned it. It has always had a pretty significant oil leak as evidenced my a mess on my driveway. The past couple of weeks the oil leak seems

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
oil level is now down below the pan gasket? Have you checked the oil level? Gerry dseretakis--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I run Mobil 1 5W40 in my 82 240D. I have been doing so for the 5 or so years that I've owned it. It has always had a pretty significant oil leak

Re: [MBZ] Oil leak gone?

2014-09-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
oil level is now down below the pan gasket? Have you checked the oil level? Gerry dseretakis--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I run Mobil 1 5W40 in my 82 240D. I have been doing so for the 5 or so years that I've owned it. It has always had a pretty significant oil leak

Re: [MBZ] At least one good choice

2014-09-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
They forgot to mention that the 350 is a rodbender and that the Miata is just a worthless tin can. Sent from my iPhone On Sep 16, 2014, at 9:14 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: http://carbuying.jalopnik.com/the-ultimate-two-car-garage-for-10k-1634932769 --R

Re: [MBZ] Daimler

2014-09-16 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Times change, cars change. If Mercedes would build a 240D in this day and age it would become the laughing stock of auto manufacturers. However, something in the spirit of a 240D might work. Simple, really well built and economical. Volkswagen kind of does it with the Jetta diesel. Why can't

Re: [MBZ] Grosser

2014-10-01 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Brown is for rockstars! Sent from my iPhone On Sep 30, 2014, at 11:27 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Since when is brown the color of luxury? All shades of brown and tan are IMHO plebeian. On Tue, Sep 30, 2014 at 9:30 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Preservation class

2014-10-01 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
And where do you have your car judged? Sent from my iPhone On Oct 1, 2014, at 6:18 PM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: MBCA is trying to promote not buggering up old cars. This is a new promotion that allows you to have the car looked at in a concours sort of manner to

Re: [MBZ] We are ***!!

2014-10-07 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
It's a Korean car. It was worthless when new. It could not have possibly appreciated from worthless now that it's used. Sent from my iPhone On Oct 7, 2014, at 11:44 AM, clay via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I decided not to share the pain of trying to get rid of SWMBA's korean car.

Re: [MBZ] OT: Cameron Air Show

2014-10-08 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That was insane! Sent from my iPhone On Oct 8, 2014, at 9:53 PM, OK Don via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Thanks - I have seen videos of some of those acts, but not all. I used to enjoy mild aerobatics, but always maintained 3000' between myself and the ground - at the lowest part

[MBZ] Motor mounts

2014-10-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
A friend is looking for motor and tranny mounts for his 78 240D. I'm hearing lately that the OEM are crap and that one should buy OE. Is there a particular OEM brand that is acceptable for this kind of part or must he bite the OE Mercedes bullet? Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] FW: 1987 Mercedes Benz 560 Limo

2014-10-26 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I like the w115 euro limos. All class:) Sent from my iPhone On Oct 26, 2014, at 4:52 PM, Dwight Giles via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I'd prefer one of those 240D limos. On Oct 26, 2014 2:25 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: With it or in it?

Re: [MBZ] OT - Shotguns/Pistols

2014-10-29 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Rednecks, all of ya:) Sent from my iPhone On Oct 29, 2014, at 2:01 PM, G Mann via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Dan, I am not the end all of knowledge, so I defer to any and all greater and better informed to answer your question. My understanding for on line sales which

Re: [MBZ] Blue W123 carpet set - really?

2014-10-29 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
An attractive shade of blue but not for a car! Sent from my iPhone On Oct 29, 2014, at 10:24 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Has anyone seen this shade of blue?

Re: [MBZ] Dimitri's 240D is ready to go!

2014-11-02 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Oh no another project!:) Actually, a head swap on your 240D might be a quicker fix than the rust repair on my 240D which I started - outside as my new garage is still under construction! I need to get the rust repair done before winter sets in but as it's snowing now it may be too late! So my

Re: [MBZ] 240D moves on to a new home.

2014-11-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Thanks Curt! I need to invest a few days now to get this beauty driveable. Do I take the head off and tap out the head bolt holes or do the redneck thing and put a washer under the head bolts. Hmmm. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 5, 2014, at 2:59 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Tire pressure gauges

2014-11-05 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I kinda like the digital ones. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 5, 2014, at 7:55 PM, Craig via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: What is your favorite pressure gauge? What type is it (stick, dial, digital, etc.)? How accurate is it? (I'll confess to being a stickler about accuracy.)

Re: [MBZ] The Brakes that WON'T - 1983 300TD

2014-11-09 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Failed vacuum pump diaphragm? Sent from my iPhone On Nov 9, 2014, at 10:23 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Some of you will recall my write up of the intermittent loss of power braking on my 1983 300TD, coupled with the loss of engine shut off (won't turn

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-10 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Driving a Prius into a Starbuck's drive through. Can't get any more douchebaggy:) Would love to see a Jeremy Clarkson run over a priapism in a unimog. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 10, 2014, at 9:33 AM, Rich Thomas via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Nov 9 at 3:39 PM Mark in Thousand

[MBZ] 240D rust repair (yes again)

2014-11-11 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Over the past month I've tackled some major rust in the front passenger side wheel well/shock mount rust. Check it out here: http://www.mbca.org/forum/2014-10-28/w123s-are-tough-rust-repair Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] OT Wood Floors - solid wood vs. engineered

2014-11-12 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I agree. Engineered is garbage. It will always have a cheap look to it. The pre finished is nice but it has a subtle bevel and a finish which is too perfect. These both detract in my opinion. The best is solid wood sanded then finished. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 12, 2014, at 9:21 AM, G Mann

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-12 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I still don't understand why the vast majority of stupid American cows in the herd can't see this. A small engined diesel powered car will outperform a Priapism on all fronts yet they still buy priapisms. Argh!! Sent from my iPhone On Nov 11, 2014, at 8:16 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
That's cuz pansy ass Priapism driving pussies don't live in ND. Real men drive Mercedes diesels and trucks:) Sent from my iPhone On Nov 13, 2014, at 3:45 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Betcha see a lot more pickups in ND than prii Randy runs a pickup in the

Re: [MBZ] Craig's New Ride

2014-11-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Actually I'm quite fond of quiche. You'd never guess of course since I'm a manly man who drives MB diesels:) I have a softer side too you know. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 14, 2014, at 2:36 PM, Dan Penoff via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Careful. I ate quiche yesterday and it was

Re: [MBZ] W463 door pocket

2014-11-14 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
I've never seen a g wagen in a junkyard! Sent from my iPhone On Nov 14, 2014, at 5:31 PM, Curly McLain via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Car-part.com I found 5 listings for RF door. Call em up and ask if they will sell the liner or door pocket. 4 are in CA, one in PA. You

Re: [MBZ] The Frost is on the Moose

2014-11-15 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Moose jerky is quite tasty. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 15, 2014, at 7:45 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I've eaten a lot of moose and its not tough at all unless it was a big old bull or is over cooked. Curt Sent from Yahoo Mail on Android

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Buy a Bosch reman. Can't trust used. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 18, 2014, at 1:43 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: The starter motor in my 1983 300TD wagon is going down the tubes. This morning it wouldn't budge until after I had plugged in the block

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
How do you know that starter is not a reman? Can u trust the miles? How many 240D that you know of have 60K miles? Buy new. Labor to R/R must be considered if you have to replace in 6 months. And yes who cares about noisy starters? Sent from my iPhone On Nov 18, 2014, at 4:10 PM, Andrew

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Why don't u replace it? You can handle the job, after all you can do front end rebuilds;) Sent from my iPhone On Nov 18, 2014, at 4:10 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: I'm leaning toward a used starter off a 60,000 mile 240 D with a 6 month warranty from PG

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
And carry rear ends and treadmills down and up multiple flights of stairs! Sent from my iPhone On Nov 18, 2014, at 5:24 PM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Why don't u replace it? You can handle the job, after all you can do front end rebuilds;) Sent from my

Re: [MBZ] 1983 300TD W123 Balky Starter

2014-11-18 Thread dseretakis--- via Mercedes
Or ask the French man to do it. Should take him all of five minutes! Sent from my iPhone On Nov 18, 2014, at 5:24 PM, dseretakis--- via Mercedes mercedes@okiebenz.com wrote: Why don't u replace it? You can handle the job, after all you can do front end rebuilds;) Sent from my iPhone

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