Hi all,

I know many of you are following Miguel's progress across the country so I thought I would give a brief update. I haven't posted much on this forum but have been reading since 08' when I purchased my first Mercedes. I have since moved on to an 85' 300D that resides with me here in Decatur, Texas. I met up with Miguel just outside Fort Worth last night in Rhome so he could follow me to the place that a friend of mine graciously provided for him at a ranch. The wagon died on him after he left Alan's (Panzer) and some quick diagnosis this morning revealed the battery was toast.

Rather than purchasing a battery here in Decatur, Miguel opted for a factory battery from the dealership (actually only $4 more) in Fort Worth. It actually works out better since I have some work that I need to get done this afternoon and by the time he gets back we will head to a junkyard that Panzer suggested that is close.

Many of you already knew this but he is gracious and clearly has a good head on his shoulders. I have enjoyed our brief time together and hope we can find some rare parts for the wagon.

- Jody