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Forum: Tech Help 08-02-2006, 12:04 AM
Replies: 847
Views: 134,146
Posted By dolebludger
JBACH36: Look at my signature below. I own a...

JBACH36:

Look at my signature below. I own a Honda too! go to www. s2ki.com and you will be able to read about MANY problems owners have had with their Honda S 2000s. And you can read about...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 07-18-2005, 02:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,270
Posted By dolebludger
It may depend on the species of tree that is...

It may depend on the species of tree that is causing the problem. I had this problem with Scotch Pine sap, and tried everything. The only thing that worked in my case was alcohol (rubbing or...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-29-2005, 09:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,911
Posted By dolebludger
Agreed! 303 isn't even marketed as a cleaner at...

Agreed! 303 isn't even marketed as a cleaner at all, but a protectant of vinyl, leather, and rubber. Even though 303 instructions say "first, make sure area to be treated is clean" 303 itslef does...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-28-2005, 05:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,615
Posted By dolebludger
Personally, I have never found ease of buffing to...

Personally, I have never found ease of buffing to be one of NXT's strong points. I found this to be quite a bit of work in my semi-heated garage in the middle of winter! If this is a problem for...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-27-2005, 06:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,480
Posted By dolebludger
All posted above is true. However, the only...

All posted above is true. However, the only problem in applying new wax over old may be surface environmental contaminants on the surface of your old wax. These usually occur on horizontal surfaces,...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-27-2005, 06:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,253
Posted By dolebludger
Bruno: Seriously, I'm having a bit of a...

Bruno:

Seriously, I'm having a bit of a problem envisioning the lay-out of your apartment building, the parking for the apartment, and the location of the street. Does the apartment building have...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-27-2005, 03:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,277
Posted By dolebludger
I have a method that allows me to wax only 3 to 4...

I have a method that allows me to wax only 3 to 4 times a year, with my '04 C320 in Bordeaux Red (which I mention as results differ with different paint used in different years, and different...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-26-2005, 07:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,911
Posted By dolebludger
Whoa: If the cover isn't "smooth vinyl" but...

Whoa: If the cover isn't "smooth vinyl" but instead is a cloth-like material (which mine is) the 303 might not be right for this job (though it IS the right stuff to protect smooth vinyl, leather,...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-26-2005, 02:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,374
Posted By dolebludger
For dashboards, I recommend 303, which contains...

For dashboards, I recommend 303, which contains UV protection of SP 40 to prevent the sun and UV rays from drying out the vinyl on the dash and causing cracking and shrinking. I have been told that...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-25-2005, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,448
Posted By dolebludger
What I have found to work great for cleaning...

What I have found to work great for cleaning carpeted floor mats, and sutomotive carpet for that matter, is one of those steamers available for $60 or so, then using a high powered wet and dry shop...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-22-2005, 07:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,668
Posted By dolebludger
Quite true, and the Michelin tire dressing is...

Quite true, and the Michelin tire dressing is very good. I have taken to using the 303 for tire dressing as well. Not very much of a "shine", but I don't want one. Just a long lasting deep black...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 06-21-2005, 05:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,668
Posted By dolebludger
I learned something about Armorall when I bought...

I learned something about Armorall when I bought a vinyl pickup trck bed cover seven years ago. It had a two year warranty, but the instructions said use of Armorall would void the warranty. Said to...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 05-09-2005, 06:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 797
Posted By dolebludger
The end of the story.

I called Tom Hanson, who is a real expert Benz "parts guy" who now works at the MB Classic Center in CA. He recommended MB part number 1108850081 for my front Euro plate application. I ordered one...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-25-2005, 06:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 797
Posted By dolebludger
Ray: Our car is an '04 C 320 sedan. We live...

Ray:

Our car is an '04 C 320 sedan. We live in Oklahoma City, OK, and our state does not require front plates. So we had a "German vanity plate" made up for our car. It is currently mounted on our...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 04-25-2005, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 797
Posted By dolebludger
WTB: Chrome METAL Euro plate frame.

Does anybody here know where I could buy a METAL, chrome plated Eruo size license plate frame/holder? There are PLASTIC ones (some with chrome plating) generally available, but I find that these are...
Forum: Tech Help 03-26-2005, 09:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 849
Posted By dolebludger
99SLK 230 problem

Well, my daughter just had her first problem with her new (to her) SLK. She had been driving with the top down and attempted to raise it. The front of the trunk rose up, as it should,. and then...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-15-2005, 12:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,022
Posted By dolebludger
Well, guys, I'll find out for sure. The seller of...

Well, guys, I'll find out for sure. The seller of this car is taking it to the dealer Thrusday for a pre-sale oil change, and I'll find out then. The car in question is a 99 SLK 230. One problem I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-12-2005, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,022
Posted By dolebludger
Doctor: I don't suppose that CD changer...

Doctor:

I don't suppose that CD changer would fit in and interface with a '99 SLK 230, would it? If so, yes, I'm interested.

Thanks,
Richard :) :) :)
Forum: Detailing and Interior 03-11-2005, 04:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 19,977
Posted By dolebludger
OK, so I goofed in mentioning chrome as an...

OK, so I goofed in mentioning chrome as an "impervious" material. But I think all can get my point in that vinyl is NOT impervious, but has pores, into which the drying agents in Armor All embed and...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 03-11-2005, 03:48 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 19,977
Posted By dolebludger
This might be a good place for me to tell what a...

This might be a good place for me to tell what a very good local detailer told me about Armor All and similar products, and how they contribute to dashboard cracking and other vinyl problems.
...
Forum: Detailing and Interior 01-26-2005, 07:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 19,977
Posted By dolebludger
You can buy it at most boat dealers. One member...

You can buy it at most boat dealers. One member from Tulsa found it at Ace Hardware. Also. For some strange reason I do not understand, none of the auto parts stores, at least in my area, sell it.
...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-16-2005, 03:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,271
Posted By dolebludger
An incident similar to Prince Harry's happened at...

An incident similar to Prince Harry's happened at Trinity College in San Antonio where one fraternity was suspended for having one of its members dress up in a Nazi uniform. And to make matters...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-16-2005, 03:12 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,781
Posted By dolebludger
webwench: The last time I was single I was...

webwench:

The last time I was single I was 40. Sure, I dated a few 23 year olds and a few nitwits of various ages, and out of disgust for these types developed a couple of policies. First was the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-15-2005, 05:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 670
Posted By dolebludger
Just FYI, Production HAS ceased on the C class...

Just FYI, Production HAS ceased on the C class coupes and wagons. The Vision B is definitely set to be sold in the US by this spring.

Having never driven the A class or the Vision B (though I've...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-11-2005, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By dolebludger
This is a rather sloppy sounding solution, but if...

This is a rather sloppy sounding solution, but if the upper and lower parts of the dash meet with surfaces that touch but cannot be seen, you might simply glue them together with JB Weld, available...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-11-2005, 12:42 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,645
Posted By dolebludger
Right: elau's lady friend has a real character...

Right: elau's lady friend has a real character flaw! And maybe he doesn't want a woman who is a lot younger than he is. The last time I was single, I was 40. After dating some 23 year olds, I...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-11-2005, 11:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,486
Posted By dolebludger
Let me correct a few things, as we are regular...

Let me correct a few things, as we are regular cruisers.

First, Disney does not have free snorkel gear unless you book on one of their extra cost snorkel excursions (not a bad idea). If you want...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-10-2005, 05:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,645
Posted By dolebludger
elau: I wouldn't necessarily advise you to...

elau:

I wouldn't necessarily advise you to reject a woman because she is 42 and/or has children. Nothing wrong with either of these things. But DO find someone who is single. Not someone who is...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-10-2005, 05:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 584
Posted By dolebludger
MedMech: I agree with you. The FCC's prudish...

MedMech:

I agree with you. The FCC's prudish stand does not really represent what the American public DOES --- only what a few puritan loonies say. Evan in proper old England, a "wardrobe...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-09-2005, 06:10 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,645
Posted By dolebludger
Here is another aspect of this situation. As I...

Here is another aspect of this situation. As I read it, lady friend is merely "separated" from hubby, and hasn't even filed for a divorce, and is trying to reconcile. Court ordered separations are...
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