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Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-16-2003, 01:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,813
Posted By irianjim
Because they aren't making any new ones and there...

Because they aren't making any new ones and there are diesel diehards like all of us willing to pay the premium for a late (relative, anyway) model MB diesel. Wait and see what happens if MB does...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-14-2003, 08:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,037
Posted By irianjim
The Crown Vic is a great car, Turbodiesel. My...

The Crown Vic is a great car, Turbodiesel. My ex-wife has a 94 Crown Vic that we bought new and it is still going strong with 95,000 miles on it. No major problems to date. I miss that car - it was...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-14-2003, 03:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,046
Posted By irianjim
Looking to Sell My 1981 300D

With much regret, I am looking to sell my beautiful 1981 300D. I am going overseas again and it is too nice to just put up in the barn and not be used. The car has 193,000 miles, is white, with tan...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2003, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1,592
Views: 134,746
Posted By irianjim
I bought diesel twice today - once in Oklahoma at...

I bought diesel twice today - once in Oklahoma at $1.42 per gallon and once in Texas as $1.70 per gallon. How it can vary so much between states on the same day is beyond me!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2003, 09:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,933
Posted By irianjim
For what it is worth, I just finished a road trip...

For what it is worth, I just finished a road trip today in my 81 300D and the temperature sat halfway between the 80 and what think is the 100 mark. So I was running about 90 degrees at 70 miles an...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2003, 08:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,227
Posted By irianjim
Aftermarket Seals

Michael,

I got the aftermarket seals - but not sure of the brand. I got them from Mercedeshop and they were about $70 apiece. Pretty good quality, though.

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-15-2003, 08:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,227
Posted By irianjim
One Door Done - Lessons Learned

Andy,

Well, I did put the weatherstrip on my right rear door on Wednesday before I drove down to Austin to see my son. It was kinda a good news/bad news scenario, but I am sure most of my problems...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-12-2003, 01:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,227
Posted By irianjim
I'm redoing mine now

Andy,

I've also got an 81 300D and I am in the process of replacing my door seals as we speak. I ordered the complete set from Phil at Mercedesshop.

I am not a very talented DIY, and this is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-08-2003, 12:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,051
Posted By irianjim
Richard, Congratulations on your purchase....

Richard,

Congratulations on your purchase. Sounds like you got a great car and had a good time to boot.

You mentioned you were going to try a seat repair. I had a similar problem with my 300D's...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-02-2003, 10:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,403
Posted By irianjim
I've had a similar problem today as well with my...

I've had a similar problem today as well with my 81 300D. My driver's side rear window will not go down and, when I try it, it blows the fuse. The passenger side front window works fine, though...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-24-2002, 01:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 924
Posted By irianjim
Good luck, Jay. I am sure something else will...

Good luck, Jay. I am sure something else will open up. Although times aren't the best, someone always recoginizes good people and will capitalize on the chance to hire them.

I resigned my overseas...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-06-2002, 02:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 544
Posted By irianjim
Holson, I am actually near a town called...

Holson,

I am actually near a town called Timika, which is about an hour's flight by 737 south of Jayapura.

My 300D is safe and sound in Oklahoma City. However, there IS a 280 W123 here - a...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 07-05-2002, 10:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 544
Posted By irianjim
It has to be Klub Golf Rimba Irian, right here in...

It has to be Klub Golf Rimba Irian, right here in Papua, Indonesia. We are in the middle of a rainforest and there are no homes on 16 of the 18 holes - just rainforest. It is a real course, designed...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-30-2002, 02:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 627
Posted By irianjim
Golf Clubs

James,

I can't help you with the pushups, but I work overseas in Indonesia and we have a golf course and a lot of avid golfers here at our site.

The best way to transport the clubs is to get...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-26-2002, 11:07 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,249
Posted By irianjim
I am an accountant working at a mine on the...

I am an accountant working at a mine on the island of New Guinea. At least I don't have to wear a suit!
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-10-2002, 08:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,074
Posted By irianjim
Prices at Auctions

Mercedes Man,

FYI, I think your estimates as to what 80's Mercedes go for at auctions might be a little low, at least in my part of the country. For example, my '81 300D was purchased at auction...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 06-03-2002, 05:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 623
Posted By irianjim
I hate that. I baby my truck as much as the Benz...

I hate that. I baby my truck as much as the Benz - hopefully a good dent repair guy can get those pulled out for cheap....sorry about the bad luck.

Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-22-2002, 01:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,744
Posted By irianjim
300 SD and 300D

This is a tough question. Although I am a little off topic here, I am now comparing my 1981 300D to the 300SD.

I am afraid I am developing some sort of illness that makes me want every old Benz...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-19-2002, 12:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By irianjim
Guys, Thanks for all the advise and help. I...

Guys,

Thanks for all the advise and help. I am leaning to thinking that it is a problem with the fuel tank filter screen. I am going to clean it and see how it goes from there.

Larry, I...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 05-19-2002, 12:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,389
Posted By irianjim
I actually went yesterday. I keep trying to...

I actually went yesterday. I keep trying to convince myself that I need a new E320, but I keep looking at it and all I see is bland. I also see a $50k price tag that looks overinflated for what you...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2002, 08:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By irianjim
Turbodiesel, Thanks for the reply. Yes, I...

Turbodiesel,

Thanks for the reply. Yes, I have done both but I may do them again as a precaution.....cheap insurance.

Thanks, Jim
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-17-2002, 07:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 909
Posted By irianjim
Stalling Problem with 81 300D

All,

I need a little advise here. I was driving my car down the interstate at about 70 mph and it started hesitating and sputtering. I managed to get off and then it died and wouldn't start. I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-12-2002, 03:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 982
Posted By irianjim
My '81 300D does have the rubber spacers beteen...

My '81 300D does have the rubber spacers beteen the body and the license tag, so my guess is that it is supposed to.

Jim
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-29-2002, 09:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,284
Posted By irianjim
Bill, Really sorry to hear about the loss of...

Bill,

Really sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts are with you. Take care.

Jim
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-24-2002, 01:44 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,036
Posted By irianjim
The only real solution (or at least one that...

The only real solution (or at least one that mitigates your risk) is to park at the end of the lot and hope for the best. My Chevy pickup doesn't fit well into most spaces, so I park out anyway and I...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-24-2002, 01:36 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,703
Posted By irianjim
Chevy Trucks - 1500 HD

I've got a 2001 1500 HD Chevy LS with the Vortec 6.0 liter engine. It's only got 5,000 miles so it is still new but I have been very pleased with it so far. I do some towing of a good sized trailer...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-18-2002, 09:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,500
Posted By irianjim
Had A Great Time

Much thanks to Bill and Greg for all the efforts to make this a great success. My son Jim and I had a GREAT time. We got to meet a bunch of good guys and had some great Texas barbeque, courtesy of...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-07-2002, 12:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,224
Posted By irianjim
I had my 81 300D up to 85 this week on I-40 west...

I had my 81 300D up to 85 this week on I-40 west for quite a few miles. The old girl still had more in her, but I decided not to push it. Solid as a rock.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 02-06-2002, 09:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,099
Posted By irianjim
Anyway you can keep it? My 300D sits in my garage...

Anyway you can keep it? My 300D sits in my garage in the States most of the time as I work overseas, too. A friend starts it up and takes it for a spin every couple of weeks. However, I enjoy knowing...
Forum: Featured Cars 01-08-2002, 03:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,276
Posted By irianjim
I don't really like the rear. The taillights look...

I don't really like the rear. The taillights look like they came from a Toyota Highlander.

My $.02 worth.

Jim
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