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Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-23-2006, 11:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By John Hubertz
Lightbulb Can I tell by looking?

What is the simplest method to determine the single vs double row timing chain? I've heard a dental mirror can work through the oil filler, but can't imagine sufficient light. Is the gear...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-23-2006, 05:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,680
Posted By John Hubertz
Lightbulb Girls want guys with SLs

I used to be a field engineer for the Lincoln division of Ford and drove any Lincoln I wanted with a new one every 90 days or less. Never a peep about how nice my LS/Town Car/LSC/Mark...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-23-2006, 05:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By John Hubertz
Cool No no NO

The question isn't about being pissed O-Man.... It's about why is it anyone's business?

Making a fine living in a variety of mental states for decades, I remain most Sincerely;

John H

PS: ...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-23-2006, 05:12 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,502
Posted By John Hubertz
Cool Laughing uncontrollably.......

Even WITHOUT years of therapy and a blessed isolation from conservative ideology due to my tendency to ignore the absurd..... This post is f*cking hilarious.

Why do I sense that this world view...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-23-2006, 04:44 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,906
Posted By John Hubertz
Talking Hmmmmm

Based on this 6.3 listing and the logic behind it, I've decided to sell my 90 year old Mother's "world according to Garp" bulletproof 1998 buick century for a reserve of $25,000.

Hey, only 50,000...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-23-2006, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,649
Posted By John Hubertz
Question 1983 380SL - Advice on Price

120K, cream yellow over brown tex, top older but OK, hardtop, 120K miles, engine rebuilt at 103,000 due to timing chain breakage by Mercedes specialty shop.

Nevada car till '04, no winters. ...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 01-23-2006, 04:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,625
Posted By John Hubertz
Euro recalls

No support for gray market or military/diplomatic imports re recalls according to my dealer.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-23-2006, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By John Hubertz
Modern Day Life/Observations

I find it fascinating that my probation office (a bit of a public argument resulted in a misdemeanor assault charge last year) was threatening me with a YEAR in prison due to some Grateful-Dead urine...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 01-23-2006, 04:24 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 811
Posted By John Hubertz
Exclamation Ronal/AMG 5 spoke 8X16 wheels for sale

I have a set of four ronal's (red center and spokes, polished but not to a chrome finish around the rim) in J8 (width) X 16" that I'm selling. One is broken in back from an accident but is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 01-23-2006, 04:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 685
Posted By John Hubertz
Details ....

K - Jet refers to the later model cars with the mechanical fuel injection. You can tell the difference by seeing if you have pipes (k-jet) or wires (d-jet) going to the fuel injectors.

Anybody...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 01-23-2006, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 685
Posted By John Hubertz
Wanted, K-Jet 450SEL or 1977 - 1980 300SD

Wanted,

A super-clean BLACK over bamboo (tan) leather or tex K-jet SEL or SD, 116 chassis.

Must be rust free. Will consider other cars like the 66K florida SEL/green that is listed, but I'm...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 08-15-2005, 08:18 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 98,248
Posted By John Hubertz
Talking German Car Moths are Nothing Compared to the Brits

I wish I had pictures of my $100 Triumph TR6 I bought in 1981. The rear frame rails and body mounts were simply gone. The car looked like lace when it was on a lift.

I welded a box out of two...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2005, 08:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By John Hubertz
reply

Coil and Plug spark OK.
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2005, 07:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By John Hubertz
Restart of Stored 450SL

Any tips on restarting a stored 450SL (1974)? I lubed the cyls from the top and soaked it for about 5 days.... then changed the oil and cranked with no plugs for 5 - 8 seconds until fuel pressure...
Forum: Tech Help 08-15-2005, 03:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,485
Posted By John Hubertz
Thanks!

Hey folks - thanks for the tips...

All the framework is being done in a certified shop - and I'm installing a complete front subframe. Biggest issue is making sure the attaching point for the...
Forum: Tech Help 08-14-2005, 09:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,485
Posted By John Hubertz
Question 450SL Fuel Pump/No Start Diagnosis

Anyone know a routine to diagnose a no-start no-pump problem on my 1974 450-SL? This car had a hard frontal impact - say 6 + years ago, and has not been started since..... Now I hear the relay...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 08-14-2005, 09:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,049
Posted By John Hubertz
Exclamation 450SL Fuel Pump Diagnostics

Anyone know a routine to diagnose a no-start no-pump problem on my 1974 450-SL? This car had a hard frontal impact - say 6 + years ago, and has not been started since..... Now I hear the relay...
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2005, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 800
Posted By John Hubertz
Fuel In Tank

Can't open the D*&mn fuel door with no vacuum pressure and the trunk lock key is missing!!

I'm expecting the answer is "no", no fuel now or if so, because of the angle I've got the car sitting it...
Forum: Tech Help 07-05-2005, 06:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 800
Posted By John Hubertz
74 450 SL No Fuel Pressure

My 1974 450SL was in a SERIOUS front-end accident about 5 years ago. I purchased the car and just lubed the cyls and spun engine with starter - all good and 35 psi oil pressure.....

But I'd...
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