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Forum: Tech Help 09-29-2006, 07:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By alexnatt
If your child is an infant you could buy another...

If your child is an infant you could buy another carseat base and leave it in the 2nd car.
Forum: Tech Help 09-29-2006, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By alexnatt
We use the lap belt in the center of the rear...

We use the lap belt in the center of the rear seat on my 88 and it was judged safe by the local hospital. Why do you think you need the latch?
Forum: Tech Help 08-28-2006, 12:34 AM
Replies: 684
Views: 125,883
Posted By alexnatt
I paid $3200 for my 1988 300TE in 2004. I just...

I paid $3200 for my 1988 300TE in 2004. I just purchased a one owner
300SE with 78,000 miles and all records for $5500. I just added the monoblocks for another $2k.
Forum: Tech Help 08-19-2005, 09:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 911
Posted By alexnatt
I have owned an 88TE for 18 months now. My wife...

I have owned an 88TE for 18 months now. My wife has put 25,000 miles on the car and it is a dream to drive. However, I concur with the previous posts. I paid about 3k for the car (with 209,000...
Forum: Tech Help 06-25-2005, 01:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 985
Posted By alexnatt
oxygen sensor could need to be replaced.

oxygen sensor could need to be replaced.
Forum: Tech Help 03-11-2005, 10:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,633
Posted By alexnatt
It's by Bentley publishing. I think I got mine...

It's by Bentley publishing. I think I got mine on amazon.com.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-01-2005, 11:23 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 8,494
Posted By alexnatt
Need the big body benz

I love my 300TE but my dream benz is a 90 or 91 w126. I can't decide between a 560SEL or SEC, I guess it just depends which one crosses my path first.
Forum: Tech Help 10-13-2004, 02:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,439
Posted By alexnatt
1st year expenses

Bought an 88 TE in february. Asking price was $6995. After a PPI, I identified approximately $4000 in suggested fixes. Paid $3200 for the car and since then I have done everything the PPI...
Forum: Tech Help 09-07-2004, 11:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,207
Posted By alexnatt
Mats

I have the Lloyd's mats. They fit well and look good too. Good color match with the original carpet.
Forum: Tech Help 08-03-2004, 09:05 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,541
Posted By alexnatt
I read somewhere in these forums that the blue...

I read somewhere in these forums that the blue vinyl dash (the one i own) was particularly susceptible to cracking due to the dies used. Can anyone confirm this?
Forum: Tech Help 07-29-2004, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,955
Posted By alexnatt
I had my mechanic look at the car this morning. ...

I had my mechanic look at the car this morning. Gas smell had dissapated somewhat overnight. He thought the full tank somehow burped gas out. All he did was check the fuel lines etc and see that...
Forum: Tech Help 07-28-2004, 11:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,955
Posted By alexnatt
Question strong gasoline smell inside car

Just returned from a 175 mile drive. Everything seemed fine. Now 4 hours after parking the car there is a very strong gasoline smell inside the car, with the strongest smell appearing to be in the...
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2004, 04:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,250
Posted By alexnatt
I just passed 215,000 miles on my 88 300TE. ...

I just passed 215,000 miles on my 88 300TE. MBUSA gives out high mileage awards for 250, 500, and 1M km. Just call MB customer service and they will send an application. You take it to the dealer...
Forum: Tech Help 06-21-2004, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,062
Posted By alexnatt
They keep telling me the belt and tensioner are...

They keep telling me the belt and tensioner are fine. It's very frustrating. I have changed the receiver drier, pushbutton, and put in a new klima already.
Forum: Tech Help 06-21-2004, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,062
Posted By alexnatt
disable klima relay?

In their ongoing efforts to fix my ACC system, my indy shop has suggested they disable the klima relay which I assume they intend to do to keep it from shutting off the compressor. Currently the...
Forum: Tech Help 06-18-2004, 06:52 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,027
Posted By alexnatt
A/C help w124. Steve Brotherton?

Steve, thanks for your excellent article on a/c diagnostics. Car is a 1988 300TE. When purchased in Feb 04 I was told the pushbutton controller didnt function properly because it only put out heat...
Forum: Tech Help 06-04-2004, 09:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 786
Posted By alexnatt
A/C seems to reset and blow cold again when i...

A/C seems to reset and blow cold again when i turn off the car and restart.
Forum: Tech Help 06-04-2004, 09:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By alexnatt
Looking at my bill they used 7 qts of valvoline...

Looking at my bill they used 7 qts of valvoline 15-40 and charged 8.25 for the filter but don't indicate which filter.
Forum: Tech Help 06-04-2004, 04:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By alexnatt
oil change in salt lake is 39.95 at MB Indie.

oil change in salt lake is 39.95 at MB Indie.
Forum: Tech Help 06-04-2004, 01:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 786
Posted By alexnatt
engine belts are tight and in good working order....

engine belts are tight and in good working order. What's next? When the a/c blows it is very cold, it just seems that maybe there is a bad relay or some other shutoff switch?
Forum: Tech Help 06-03-2004, 08:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 786
Posted By alexnatt
Car is a 1988 300TE. Thanks.

Car is a 1988 300TE. Thanks.
Forum: Tech Help 06-03-2004, 08:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 786
Posted By alexnatt
A/C works in town but not on highway?

So far I have replaced the receiver/drier, the A/C relay, refilled with freon. Anyone have any suggestions what could be the next logical culprit? Thanks.
Forum: Tech Help 06-01-2004, 06:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
They believe the white smoke I observed on...

They believe the white smoke I observed on de-activating the cruise was the overflow valve for the transmission fluid burping and hitting the manifold. They also replaced the oil filler cover as it...
Forum: Tech Help 06-01-2004, 04:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,434
Posted By alexnatt
I paid 3200 for a 1988 with 212k. 8/10...

I paid 3200 for a 1988 with 212k. 8/10 appearance-wise, immaculate interior, california car, but needed new rear accumulators and the head gasket repair. Spent about 2500 getting those items fixed.
Forum: Tech Help 05-31-2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
Made it home safe. Even wounded, the car is a...

Made it home safe. Even wounded, the car is a dream. Off to Werners Mercedes tomorrow for the evaluation.
Forum: Tech Help 05-31-2004, 01:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
The engine seems to be running perfectly. Good...

The engine seems to be running perfectly. Good power, maybe a bit rough(er) starting than usual. I am resigned to attempting the drive as I can count on spending $1000 here in LA for the head work....
Forum: Tech Help 05-30-2004, 07:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
If i did lose any coolant it was a very small...

If i did lose any coolant it was a very small amount. It seems to be well within normal operating parameters. Oil level has remained constant in around town driving conditions. I will have the...
Forum: Tech Help 05-30-2004, 01:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
also this morning i noticed a very small puddle...

also this morning i noticed a very small puddle of oil on the driveway. not much more than a few drops really.
Forum: Tech Help 05-30-2004, 01:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
total trip is about 700. i noticed the white...

total trip is about 700. i noticed the white smoke while using the cruise in the first 300 to 400 miles. after that i didnt use the cruise and didnt notice any appreciable oil burn. hope that...
Forum: Tech Help 05-30-2004, 11:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,173
Posted By alexnatt
clarification

Thanks for the reply. I only noticed the smoke when i used the cruise control. When I stopped using it there was no longer any oil on the liftgate and certainly no oil dripping from the tailpipe. ...
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