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Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-27-2008, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By Blue 72 250
I would start them soaking in lacquer thinner....

I would start them soaking in lacquer thinner. You will need to fix the problems as they come up and there will be more. You also should drain the gas tank and have it cleaned. Also - where did the...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-19-2008, 10:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,496
Posted By Blue 72 250
not when there is $600 in meltable steel!

not when there is $600 in meltable steel!
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-17-2008, 08:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By Blue 72 250
Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-17-2008, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By Blue 72 250
Thanks for the input. I have a 2 people looking...

Thanks for the input. I have a 2 people looking at her today. I imagine that she will be sold.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-16-2008, 05:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By Blue 72 250
Got a call last night about the car. He is...

Got a call last night about the car. He is looking for a daily driver for his son - walked through the basics. Supposed to call back today... we will see.

Here is the Craig's List posting. ...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-16-2008, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,285
Posted By Blue 72 250
Sounds like some mechanical interference - Jumped...

Sounds like some mechanical interference - Jumped timing chain? Would that cause a valve collision?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-15-2008, 05:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By Blue 72 250
Pics

Today I cleaned her out and snapped some photos for you guys. I also posted her on Craigs List. We shall see how long before she sells.


Here are photos
...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-13-2008, 01:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,275
Posted By Blue 72 250
'72 250 - A Conversation with St. Peter

I have reached a point in the ownership of my '72 250 where I am faced with some hard decisions. In a way, my '72 is standing at the gates of heaven talking to St. Peter. Does he let her in? Or does...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-13-2008, 12:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,743
Posted By Blue 72 250
It sounds like you are on your way to having a...

It sounds like you are on your way to having a clean set of parts to work with. Enjoy cleaning off the "nasty stuff" and don't forget eye protection. BTW when you are done with the carb cleaner you...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-05-2008, 05:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,533
Posted By Blue 72 250
The dog looks like he was dumped; he is a little...

The dog looks like he was dumped; he is a little too well fed to be a true stray, and the genetics are clearly well matched. He probably was dumped because he has a mild temperament and is not a good...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-04-2008, 11:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,621
Posted By Blue 72 250
don't forget a new fuel filter. I recommend one...

don't forget a new fuel filter. I recommend one with a replaceable element.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-13-2008, 11:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,427
Posted By Blue 72 250
I would burn it. (1) getting rid of that much gas...

I would burn it. (1) getting rid of that much gas is a pain in the ass; (2) I am thinking that it will burn ok; (3) any problems that you are going to have will be gone in 1 tank; (4) at the cost of...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-11-2008, 11:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,134
Posted By Blue 72 250
I am shocked by the crushed filter. Whoever put...

I am shocked by the crushed filter. Whoever put that one in must have noticed the resistance as it was torqued down. Not to mention that it would likely have developed a leak from the crushing.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-09-2008, 09:19 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,732
Posted By Blue 72 250
I still like the idea of oil, and possibly one...

I still like the idea of oil, and possibly one with a wax blend. The worst thing that can happen is the gas will desolve the oil. That is my thinking. I think because gas is oil based there is not a...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-09-2008, 02:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 957
Posted By Blue 72 250
I agree with todds. Definately start with close...

I agree with todds. Definately start with close observation of the carbs. Get the jamiekoop manual from links on this forum. Then read and understand the entire manual before you do any adjustments.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-09-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,718
Posted By Blue 72 250
I see rust in numerous photos. I would look for a...

I see rust in numerous photos. I would look for a better example myself. Not like the Euro is going to get weaker against the $ anytime soon.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-08-2008, 09:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,355
Posted By Blue 72 250
Is the additional wire a ground? Then you will...

Is the additional wire a ground? Then you will not need to chase back to the fuse box, just to verify it has a cood connection to ground.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-07-2008, 11:51 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,041
Posted By Blue 72 250
Verifiable 77k?

Verifiable 77k?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-07-2008, 11:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,822
Posted By Blue 72 250
You may want to think about an electric fan for...

You may want to think about an electric fan for the really hot days. Mount up a toggle switch.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-07-2008, 10:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,732
Posted By Blue 72 250
I would go with the oil also. Any laquer type...

I would go with the oil also. Any laquer type paint is going to build a film that will crack. Another thing I would think about is finding an oil that is blended with a light wax. That way you will...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-04-2008, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,393
Posted By Blue 72 250
sounds like the element in the resister is...

sounds like the element in the resister is cracked. Have you tried to hot wire after the resister. That will work for a short time before the coil heats up.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-03-2008, 07:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By Blue 72 250
# 00 here. Got mine yesterday also. Of course the...

# 00 here. Got mine yesterday also. Of course the bank has it until Monday. What a scam. So much for expedited funds.

Chad - I like the fireplace idea. If I owned my home I would do the same. You...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-03-2008, 10:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,923
Posted By Blue 72 250
He has tried to sell that car for a long time (I...

He has tried to sell that car for a long time (I have been watching CL in CO for some time). I believe him when he says that it is going to the crusher. Better act quick.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-03-2008, 10:30 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,271
Posted By Blue 72 250
looking good. Was white the factory paint color?

looking good. Was white the factory paint color?
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 05-02-2008, 09:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,163
Posted By Blue 72 250
Stimulate This!

I thought that I would post this question to see what everyone has planned for their economic stimulus check. As for me, we are saving it for our trip to Hawaii this summer. I would have spent it on...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-30-2008, 10:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,033
Posted By Blue 72 250
There are many "red flags" in your ordeal that...

There are many "red flags" in your ordeal that cause me concern. The amount of time that it took; the mechanical noise from the head; the tach not working; the "having a hard time getting parts" etc....
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-28-2008, 08:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,218
Posted By Blue 72 250
I would not be in a hurry to work on the brake...

I would not be in a hurry to work on the brake lines. As far as I am conserned the
slight corrosion" is to be expected. Sure some would tell you better safe than sorry, but lets face it - if there...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-21-2008, 06:57 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,948
Posted By Blue 72 250
nice looking find. I like the red on red. I agree...

nice looking find. I like the red on red. I agree with the valve suspect. If not spark or fuel must be compression.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-21-2008, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,356
Posted By Blue 72 250
Wow- seems rather expensive alright. I...

Wow- seems rather expensive alright.

I have a '72 114 M130 low miles and no rust that I would be willing to let go for 2,000 Euros. I would even deliver to Seattle or Portland for shipping....
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 04-20-2008, 11:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,073
Posted By Blue 72 250
I still think it is a very well excecuted custom....

I still think it is a very well excecuted custom. The curved line behind the cab where the cut was made conflicts with the body style; something that I don't think MB would have sent out the factory...
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