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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 05-24-2009, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,381
Posted By Tx Benz
Vehicle Inventory Tax(VIT) is assessed based on...

Vehicle Inventory Tax(VIT) is assessed based on sales price of vehicle.
Same as sales tax. Sales tax is collected from the purchaser at time of sale,
and paid to the County Courthouse when title...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-25-2007, 03:06 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,306
Posted By Tx Benz
Buy a used 250 Ninja, ride it for a few months,...

Buy a used 250 Ninja, ride it for a few months, sell it for what you paid.
If you drop it(most dol), you are out much less cash.
Starting on an R6 or CBR is like giving a 16 YO kid a Corvette as...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-25-2007, 03:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,691
Posted By Tx Benz
When a motor vehicle is purchased in Texas by a...

When a motor vehicle is purchased in Texas by a person residing in another state, a form is signed by the purchaser promising to register and pay required taxes in the home stater of purchaser....
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 09-24-2006, 11:24 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,563
Posted By Tx Benz
Sorry to be late to the party. Point #1 is...

Sorry to be late to the party.

Point #1 is that rights are not guranteed by the Constitution,
they are enumerated there. Righst are inalienable.
They are yours at birth. They cannot be granted,...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-06-2006, 12:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,462
Posted By Tx Benz
On my 123 240D: 2FNSLO Had it for two...

On my 123 240D:

2FNSLO

Had it for two years, then was notified that it
"would not be renewed." With no explanation.
It still hangs on the wall.

Got $50.00 and a sweatshirt, plus a picture...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-29-2006, 09:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 790
Posted By Tx Benz
Steve, Belt rollers are a common failure. ...

Steve,
Belt rollers are a common failure.
Either A/c or alt-w/p belt roller.
Try removing belts and running motor for very short interval.
Noise still there?
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-29-2006, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 790
Posted By Tx Benz
Why did he replace these components? M50...

Why did he replace these components?
M50 engines were notorious for the water pump impeller
slipping on the shaft, not moving any water.
Overheat results, often cracking radiator.

Block test...
Forum: Tech Help 07-17-2005, 07:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 913
Posted By Tx Benz
Ummhh... Why isn't the shop sourcing the brake...

Ummhh...
Why isn't the shop sourcing the brake pads?
It's what I do, and what I feel any quality shop should be able to do.
If the shop can't or won't locate the correct parts,
perhaps the proper...
Forum: Tech Help 05-15-2005, 10:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,933
Posted By Tx Benz
Game, Set, and Match to the esteemed gentleman...

Game, Set, and Match to the
esteemed gentleman from Florida.

I've only been using M-B parts diagrams daily for a measly 16 years.
Learned early on that the description is not reliable.
Check...
Forum: Tech Help 03-24-2005, 01:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,184
Posted By Tx Benz
Sorry, never seen or heard mention of a repair...

Sorry,
never seen or heard mention of a repair kit.
Some are adjustable-- but it takes an experienced, skilled hand. And a fuel pressure guage. Properly applied.

Perhaps Stevebfl can pipe in...
Forum: Tech Help 03-20-2005, 11:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,184
Posted By Tx Benz
I concur re: spark plugs-- Platinums should be...

I concur re: spark plugs--
Platinums should be given the flotation test.
Throw them in the river-- if they float, you can re-use them.
Seen more than a few horrible running mid-80s V-8s fixed by...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-17-2005, 12:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,808
Posted By Tx Benz
My neighborhood-- upper working class if I have...

My neighborhood-- upper working class if I have to put a label on it.
My 1990 300CE(115K) goes in the garage every night. Cost before
needed refurb/maint--$3200. Paid for.

When I back out in...
Forum: Tech Help 03-12-2005, 10:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,166
Posted By Tx Benz
Running reduced voltage shortens the life-span of...

Running reduced voltage shortens the life-span of
halogen bulbs. Big deal-- they are cheap.

Turn off your fog lights if it is not foggy.
Turn off your headights unless it is dusk-dark.

As a...
Forum: Tech Help 03-12-2005, 09:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,046
Posted By Tx Benz
The black valve covers are painted aluminum, not...

The black valve covers are painted aluminum, not composite.
The broken section of mount can be removed with vice-grips, or channel-lock type-tool.
Replacement mounts should be only a few dollars.
...
Forum: Tech Help 02-16-2005, 10:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 955
Posted By Tx Benz
Or you can send it to Stevebfl here on the forum....

Or you can send it to Stevebfl here on the forum.
His shop fixes these.
W124 speedo/odo repairs are not for the feint of heart--
special tools/equpment are required.
We do a fair number of...
Forum: Tech Help 02-08-2005, 12:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 831
Posted By Tx Benz
The M-B system will not give engine # based on...

The M-B system will not give engine # based on VIN for
early cars--- later cars, yes. 79 or 80 seems to be the break.

The eng # on Sl's is a real joy to find.

Behind the left(driver side)...
Forum: Tech Help 02-05-2005, 09:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,830
Posted By Tx Benz
The long, curved timing chain rail in your middle...

The long, curved timing chain rail in your middle picture is an expensive part.
($40-ish from memory).
The nylon lining portion is available separately(from M-B).
It is the wear component. We...
Forum: Tech Help 02-04-2005, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,662
Posted By Tx Benz
I purchase more M-B parts than anyone here except...

I purchase more M-B parts than anyone here except stevebfl, I reckon.

I always look for Lemforder, and if avaliable, they get the purchase.
If Lemforder is cheaper than Certeco, all the better.
...
Forum: Tech Help 01-30-2005, 03:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,405
Posted By Tx Benz
We have seen 2 early W124's melt dash wiring...

We have seen 2 early W124's melt dash wiring harnesses.
Not clear on where it started-- but the smoke/smell desription concerns me.
Grounds were clean and tight.

Both of these cars had...
Forum: Tech Help 01-30-2005, 11:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,992
Posted By Tx Benz
Albert The M60 uses a plastic thermostat...

Albert
The M60 uses a plastic thermostat housing.
Whenever we replace a thermostat, the housing gets replaced as well.

About 25% leak in the first week if re-used.
The other 75% take as much as...
Forum: Tech Help 01-23-2005, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,058
Posted By Tx Benz
Will do, I bow to superior knowledge. I'm...

Will do,
I bow to superior knowledge.
I'm accustomed to it. Happens a few times a day.

I do catch him on occasion, though<g>.
Forum: Tech Help 01-22-2005, 10:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,058
Posted By Tx Benz
As of 1996, OBD-II regs require the car to "turn...

As of 1996, OBD-II regs require the car to "turn off" a misfiring cylinder,
in order to protect the catalytic convertors, and/or environment.

A bad coil(1 per cyl.), bad injector, bad spark...
Forum: Tech Help 01-22-2005, 10:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,344
Posted By Tx Benz
Had a 91 300E, bought at 186k with burned up...

Had a 91 300E, bought at 186k with burned up motor.
Put a used motor in it. Drove 55k in 2.5 years---great car, could have driven it another 10 years.

Got a line on a 1990 300CE--105k miles-- ...
Forum: Tech Help 01-22-2005, 09:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By Tx Benz
86-89 124's had grey trim over the bumper cover. ...

86-89 124's had grey trim over the bumper cover.
As of 1990, there is a polished stainless strip of trim on top of the bumper
(same time the polished inserts were added to door handles,
and the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 09:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,830
Posted By Tx Benz
We helicoil all cyl head bolts on M116 & M117...

We helicoil all cyl head bolts on M116 & M117 aluminum blocks.

Notheing like being down to #31 of 32 and heving the threads chese
when you go to final torque.

Had another one pop a head gasket...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 08:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 972
Posted By Tx Benz
Dave, the airbag contact ring is 2 brass...

Dave, the airbag contact ring is 2 brass rings,and a set of brushes,
not unlike on a voltage regulator. This keeps contant contact between
steer column and air bag while wheel turns.

The...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,012
Posted By Tx Benz
Bill, Your 86 dies nt have an engine wiring...

Bill,
Your 86 dies nt have an engine wiring harness.
The later cars had electrically-fired injectors,
and this harness would decay.(same harness has plugs for temp sensors,etc.)

The harness on...
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 972
Posted By Tx Benz
Check system for codes? The horn contact...

Check system for codes?

The horn contact ring is suspect after 120k or so.
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 950
Posted By Tx Benz
Steve B.'s Continental Imports repairs and...

Steve B.'s Continental Imports repairs and calibrates
speedos.
Forum: Tech Help 01-09-2005, 01:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 12,830
Posted By Tx Benz
Concur with Bribenz Pull both valve covers,...

Concur with Bribenz

Pull both valve covers, wiggle rocker arms.
Each one you can move with your fingers==bent valve.
Note --there could be other damage.
Pull the heads, check for cylinder...
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