Not that it's terribly relevant to many people but it's worth mentioning all the same:
I've been an annoyance/critic of whunter's views on non-automotive subjects and he's never fired anything back ad hominem which is noteworthy. Looking back, he's actually helped me before- classy fellow that guy.
I look forward to a few return jabs in the future!

Cliffs:
I really enjoy this site and whunter is like a wacky but likable uncle.

I don't agree with Uncle Roy's political views either but I agree he is not in one's face with them and is hugely helpful with automotive matters.

We love you Roy!

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

I once described Roy as "a Peach Parts treasure".
Its not often that one finds a mechanic with the depth of knowledge as Roy & very humble as well.
The DD would be a much lesser place without him.
As to his politics ~ who cares?
Lets hope he continues on the forum with as much enthusiasm as he has in the past. ~ both technical & in humor.
I even had the pleasure of chatting on one of the PP forums with his daughter while she was playing with his PC. She appeared to have many of the good attributes that Roy has. ~ a sign of good parenting!!
Roy has no reason to return fire at jibes. I am confident that he realizes that any joke I poke at him is in warm humor. ~ its an Aussie thing to make fun of those you see as a friend.

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Grumpy Old Diesel Owners Club group

I no longer question authority, I annoy authority. More effect, less effort....

1967 230-6 auto parts car. rust bucket.
1980 300D now parts car 800k miles
1984 300D 500k miles
1987 250td 160k miles English import
2001 jeep turbo diesel 130k miles
1998 jeep tdi ~ followed me home. Needs a turbo.
1968 Ford F750 truck. 6-354 diesel conversion.
Other toys ~J.D.,Cat & GM ~ mainly earth moving

I've had the distinct pleasure of meeting Roy face to face and even, sort of, working with him. He came all the way from Michigan to Texas for a Tech Session get together and worked TIRELESSLY, helping any and all comers.

In fact I talked to him on the phone a couple of weeks ago.

Not only does he have lots of general automotive savvy along with alot of MB specific savvy, he has LOTS of common sense.

Sorry to disappoint some of you, but due to his common sense he has some really good ideologies when it comes to politics too.

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2001 SLK 320 six speed manual
2014 Porsche Cayenne six speed manual

Annoy a Liberal, Read the Constitution

Poking fun at friends is not a common trait isolated to Australia. It's part of US Southern Hospitality. There are a number of people I know that would probably think that I was mad at them if I didn't throw a barb in the course of the conversation. The reverse is also true with many Texan friends.

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2001 SLK 320 six speed manual
2014 Porsche Cayenne six speed manual

Annoy a Liberal, Read the Constitution

Our male rough humor is not always understood in other cultures.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.

Roy is an incredible person. Wishing I had 1% of his automotive knowledge, that would increase my knowledge by 200% If you ever get to meet Roy face to face you can feel the knowledge leaking out of him.

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BENZ THERE DONE THAThttp://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/...c/progress.gif
15 VW Passat TDI
00 E420
98 E300 DT
97 E420 Donor Car - NEED PARTS? PM ME!
97 S500
97 E300D
86 Holden Jackaroo Turbo D
86 300SDL
(o\|/o)

^^^ That's almost disgusting. Yet fascinating. Like something you'd see in a tent at an old county fair.

Happy Birthday Roy.

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For the Saved, this world is the worst it will ever get.
For the unSaved, this world is the best it will ever get.

Clk's Ebay Stuff BUY SOMETHING NOW!!!

Roy is awesome. Without his patient guidance, I'd be anxious and stressed over a number of repairs. He has a way of diffusing the fears and helping you get a grip on what needs to be done. Then he's always available if you have ANY concerns.

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Chad
2006 Nissan Pathfinder LE
1998 Acura 3.0 CL
OBK#44
"Pleasure in the job puts perfection in the work." - Aristotle (384-322 B.C.)

SOLD
1985 300TD - Red Dragon
1986 300SDL - Coda
1991 - 300TE
1995 - E320
1985 300CD - Gladys

Roy is awesome. One of the best resources on the forum.

How can you have developed this relationship with him since August?
Are we a troll in yet another disguise?
Maybe time for another IP search....

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On some nights I still believe that a car with the fuel gauge on empty can run about fifty more miles if you have the right music very loud on the radio. - HST

1983 300SD - 305000
1984 Toyota Landcruiser - 190000
1994 GMC Jimmy - 203000

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Roy has provided me valuable insight and guidance in numberous repairs you will find under my various car threads.

Have a Great Birthday, Roy!!!

Thanks again, for everything you add to this forum.

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daw_two
Germantown, TN

Links:
Sold last car --- 05/2012 1984 300D Light Ivory, Red interior
Cluster Needles Paint
New Old Stock (NOS) parts

Past:
3/2008 1986 300SDL "Coda"
04/2010 1965 190D(c) "Ben"
& many more

Happy birthday, Roy!
If I could return to the US without the fear of having my time limited, I would actually work something out with him to do tutorials in the line of **************. "Do you have this problem? Here, there's a kit with instructions on my website..."

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[GONE] - 1995 Mercedes E300 Diesel - 130k miles - Smoke Silver (702) over Mushroom leather (265) - Bladder blasting, coast-to-coast work machine.

Roy is a Peach!

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".

Not trolling, I just realized that I was busting his balls at a rate that was inconsistent with good humor/grace and as willing as he was to help... keeping it real in other words.

Someday I'll send him the nicest foil hat, Alex Jones would be proud to wear it.

research away, you'll find the goofy crap I do online but my s/n is consistent across a dozen or more car forums.