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11-26-2005, 12:29 AM
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I'm a mechanic by trade and yes , I've found lots of notes over the years , I occasionally leave one too but usually it's like ' what are you reading the under side of the heater plenum for ? ' .
Or I write my intitials and the date inside to doors a fair bit since I work on and build , salvage - reconstructs . If granny never forgets her seatbelt , then there shouldn't be any problem..... I'd fix it but I've unplugged many a seat or seatblet sensor over the years , any older mechanics will ruefully recall the seatbelt / starter interlocks in ALL passenger cars sold in America , a mandate from the feds , most American Mfrs. made a simple thing but all the Germans had to make up these horrible " logik Relaiys " so the valet parking guy wouldn't have to lift his butt up off the seat cushion to start the car... they didn't work well in the dealer when new and as the cars aged they were a REAL PIA... BTW : anyone who worked on 50's & 60's vintage German cars saw _LOTS_ of swatsikas scratched or painted with glue guns etc. in the inner workings of the cars too .
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11-26-2005, 12:38 AM
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I found a vegetarian MRE in the trunk of my 85 300D.
If I sell this car I will leave alot of sponges in the trunk to sop up the water leaks........
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'87 924S '81 280SEL Sold -> 81 300SD - 93 300E w/ 3.2 85 300D- 79 300SD 82 300CD 83 300CD - CA 87 190E 5 spd 87 Porsche 924S "..I'll take a simple "C" to "G" and feel brand new about it..." 
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11-26-2005, 09:45 AM
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 You should crack it open for a little snack.-sam
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"That f***in' biodiesel is makin' me hungry." 1982 300TD Astral Silver w/ 250k (BIO BNZ) 2001 Aprilia SR50 Corsa Red w/ 5.5k (>100 MPG)
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11-26-2005, 09:56 AM
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I have the factory maintenance manuals on all my cars and I put notations in them regarding any modifications, different replacement parts, the odd bolt with left hand threads, etc. I figure the next owner, if he or she cares about the car as much as I do, will appreciate the info. The manuals always go with the car when it is sold.
I further carry this practice over to our home and our cabin, keeping notes about various maintenance requirements, wiring diagrams and locations of critical items. I also maintain a site plan for each that shows the location of utilities and other related items. None of this takes much time to keep up to date and I'm sure the next owner will appreciate it. I know I certainly would have saved some time if the previous owner had done this. just my $.02, Wes
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11-26-2005, 02:16 PM
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I read this post yesterday but felt the need to return to it today and share something. I am replacing a ballast in some ressesed lighting this morning. When I removed the fixture there was a note taped to the housing.
Honey, I will probably be gone before you need to replace this ballast again, Remember this circuit is not the kitchen breaker but the dining room breaker. I love you Frank  Wow, time for a beverage on that one
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11-26-2005, 03:16 PM
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peace, sam
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"That f***in' biodiesel is makin' me hungry." 1982 300TD Astral Silver w/ 250k (BIO BNZ) 2001 Aprilia SR50 Corsa Red w/ 5.5k (>100 MPG)
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11-26-2005, 08:29 PM
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1982 240D. 198k, Marine Blue/Blue, 4 Speed, Crank Windows, No Sunroof, No Rust, No Oil Leaks 2001 TDI. 197k, Lagoon Blue/Black, 5 speed, Chip, G60/VR6
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11-26-2005, 08:48 PM
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Never thought of that.
Better make sure to sign all notes: 'The Phantom'
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11-26-2005, 09:16 PM
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 If you could, I'd be a millionaire by now!I can see it now... Future owner 10 years down the line gets into accident, isn't wearing seat belt, gets severly injured. "Why didn't I wear my seatbelt? Well, I always put it on when the buzzing sound and red light tell me too, but I didn't that time, because there was no buzzer or light! Then I found a note, turned out the previous owner turned it off ON PURPOSE! How dare he sell me a 30 year old car with over 300,000 miles that has one tiny problem? I'm going to sue!" Sounds pretty improbable.. But hey, we are a pretty sue-happy people, so you never know. peace, sam
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"That f***in' biodiesel is makin' me hungry." 1982 300TD Astral Silver w/ 250k (BIO BNZ) 2001 Aprilia SR50 Corsa Red w/ 5.5k (>100 MPG)
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11-26-2005, 09:21 PM
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I don't think the suit would be because something was broken.
It would probably be someone claiming that your info caused them to hurt themselves somehow. Even if it was their own fault, you can never underestimate the stupidity of a jury nowadays. Ever see those stories about people who terrorize their neighborhood, with constant trivial lawsuits over the most stupid things? Even if they don't win many of them, it's still a lot of aggravation and expense for the defendants. ( p.s. I see by your edit that you foresee your own scenarios )
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11-26-2005, 10:10 PM
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I found $62 in an envelope, along with a bunch of Florida issued food stamps under the front seat in the 420 SEL.
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11-26-2005, 10:13 PM
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ding! ding! ding!
We have a winner!
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11-28-2005, 01:54 AM
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I keep notepad documents on my computer outlining date, mileage, notes, and repairs for each entry.
I record everything. I figure someone might want the info someday if the car ever changes hands. I plan on keeping the 300SD until it gets totaled. Its showing no signs of giving up. If the engine starts getting weak, I'll bring her back to life  I find lots of cigarette notes, etc. in my car from the PO. Visited the wrecking yard one day and found enough change in a car to pay for my entry fee
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11-28-2005, 02:04 AM
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Funny looking balloon?... Sounds right. That still kills me...
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1983 300SD... 269,000 miles, nearly 2,500 on my B-100, Faded Grey, Ugly in an elegant sort of way...Duh-Benz If any of this has been a blasphemy to you, then good, because it's been a blast for me to...A.Whitney Brown
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11-28-2005, 10:27 AM
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Proud owner of .... 1971 280SE W108 1979 300SD W116 1983 300D W123 1975 Ironhead Sportster chopper 1987 GMC 3/4 ton 4X4 Diesel 1989 Honda Civic (Heavily modified) --------------------- Section 609 MVAC Certified --------------------- "He who fights with monsters might take care lest he thereby become a monster. And if you gaze for long into an abyss, the abyss gazes also into you." - Friedrich Nietzsche Last edited by boneheaddoctor; 11-28-2005 at 11:15 AM.
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