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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-21-2024, 10:10 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 8,489
Posted By Tony H
Chinese Carburetor success story

The lawn mower I found at the dump would only run for a few seconds then stop. Decided to replace the carb. Looked on Amazon and bought one with good reviews for $16. Installed it and it runs...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-21-2024, 09:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 174
Posted By Tony H
I trapped a racoon once and I thought it was...

I trapped a racoon once and I thought it was going to kill me through the trap. I managed to relocate and release it. At Lake Tahoe there are these 50lb giant Racoons at the hotels.
They will not...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-20-2024, 07:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 247
Posted By Tony H
How are you preparing the block surface?

How are you preparing the block surface?
Forum: Mercedes-Benz SL Discussion Forum 03-16-2024, 12:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 264
Posted By Tony H
If going to the trouble I would not install any...

If going to the trouble I would not install any used parts like the crankshaft gear that are not accessible later.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-15-2024, 02:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 305
Posted By Tony H
The crankshaft gear is going to wear out faster...

The crankshaft gear is going to wear out faster than the cam gears so if the cam gears are worn you might replace it as well. You might have figured this out but changing the timing on one cam does...
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 03-10-2024, 06:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By Tony H
There is also Maaco? I think? I have been...

There is also Maaco? I think?
I have been hearing for years about SPI clearcoat. Has anyone used it?
https://www.southernpolyurethanes.com/clears
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 03-08-2024, 11:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,736
Posted By Tony H
If you want to go that route, you could install...

If you want to go that route, you could install an aftermarket management system and then maybe use it on another car when you get your 109 sorted out. I believe there may be magnetic mounts for the...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 02-29-2024, 01:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,736
Posted By Tony H
Still here. Have not made any progress due to...

Still here. Have not made any progress due to multiple moves but finally have a shop in the making. The bag solution I used would work just fine for a 109 as far as the bags are...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-18-2024, 05:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 363
Posted By Tony H
Glad to have you here. Nice to see what folks...

Glad to have you here. Nice to see what folks are up to. BYW the crab shack is not mine-I used to have that pic as my wall paper when I was still working. Now I can walk to the shack.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-13-2024, 02:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 616
Posted By Tony H
I have used Greyhound twice-both times to buy...

I have used Greyhound twice-both times to buy vehicles in the Bay area about 4hrs from where I lived. Worked just fine. I used a city bus in San Francisco to get to the final destination.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-09-2024, 12:15 AM
Replies: 477
Views: 24,033
Posted By Tony H
Hitting a deer is always on my mind. My parents...

Hitting a deer is always on my mind. My parents hit one in a rental car on a x country trip while driving through Wyoming. Messed up their vacation. I hit one in my Tacoma at highway speed just a...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-04-2024, 07:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By Tony H
Makes sense since most of Ca's population is...

Makes sense since most of Ca's population is close to coastal/bay areas or along flood prone inland valley rivers with no elevation drop. Every few years (been a while) the Sacramento river floods...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-04-2024, 12:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 250
Posted By Tony H
Chinese Fuel Pump Fiasco

A few ago years the original fuel pump in our odyssey failed so I bought a replacement from Ebay-the entire cannister. So very suddenly our Odyssey started stalling while driving and then after...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-26-2024, 12:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 414
Posted By Tony H
If it is inexpensive enough buy 2 so you won't be...

If it is inexpensive enough buy 2 so you won't be stranded if it fails. When I was a kid we were stranded when a dis cap failed.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-20-2024, 01:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 550
Posted By Tony H
I would defiantly do it. The current systems are...

I would defiantly do it. The current systems are very efficient. Your existing duct system can be tested for leaks. We have propane and a heat pump is less expensive.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-17-2024, 11:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,203
Posted By Tony H
Keeping one of these outside is not a great idea....

Keeping one of these outside is not a great idea. These older cars are so prone to rust. Hope it has many years left in it.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-16-2024, 10:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 644
Posted By Tony H
Also I fell through thin ice when I was a kid in...

Also I fell through thin ice when I was a kid in Michigan. I was taking a shortcut and no one was near. I managed to get myself out.
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 01-08-2024, 08:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 847
Posted By Tony H
Here's one that seems comparable and has a few...

Here's one that seems comparable and has a few needs: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1973-mercedes-benz-450sl-78/

There have been a few low mile ones in the 20k-high 30k range. Condition is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-29-2023, 09:40 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 42,278
Posted By Tony H
I'm kind of hoping to get it done while I can...

I'm kind of hoping to get it done while I can still drive:D It's the dreams that keep us going. Once you have everything you want you lose your incentive-or at least I have heard.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-26-2023, 04:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 644
Posted By Tony H
I have had 3 near death experiences. One was a...

I have had 3 near death experiences. One was a motorcycle accident and the another was when I almost fell off a 200' communication tower. When I was a kid I swam into a water discharge duct in an...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-25-2023, 03:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 268
Posted By Tony H
Thanks so much. Sitting here burning off...

Thanks so much. Sitting here burning off Christmas cookies.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-21-2023, 08:16 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 42,278
Posted By Tony H
Been a while

Been a while since I have been here. Project is still alive and well. Been hung up with various life issues. Hopefully I will have an actual shop in the not to far future. I know I have been...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-14-2023, 11:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,051
Posted By Tony H
There is a historic cemetery next door to the...

There is a historic cemetery next door to the home we just bought. I can see graves from the 2nd floor. I'm in luck-they don't accept new residents.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-14-2023, 11:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,051
Posted By Tony H
I think Chuck Yeager was still flying in his late...

I think Chuck Yeager was still flying in his late 80's.
My dad saw him a few times at the Travis AFB Hospital.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-10-2023, 09:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,051
Posted By Tony H
I have always worn a hat outdoors-even when...

I have always worn a hat outdoors-even when overcast. Went to the dermatologist last year for an exam. She zapped a few spots. One on my ear lobe that has been an issue for many years. Pretty...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-09-2023, 02:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,051
Posted By Tony H
So sorry to hear of your issues, Tex. Yes if we...

So sorry to hear of your issues, Tex. Yes if we knew then what we know now. Life is a learning experience for sure.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-05-2023, 05:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 346
Posted By Tony H
Let's tow that bad boy to Southern California and...

Let's tow that bad boy to Southern California and melt it for water (sorry-forgot what millennium it was).
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-05-2023, 05:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,051
Posted By Tony H
Just noticed my "outie" belly button is a little...

Just noticed my "outie" belly button is a little more out and is slightly painful if I push on it. Last thing I need now is a surgery that puts me out of commission for 6 mos. I wonder if there is...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Performance Paddock 12-05-2023, 05:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,309
Posted By Tony H
A little OT but been retired 8 years now and it...

A little OT but been retired 8 years now and it seems I have less free time than then. But I think taking care of ones self and spouse takes more time out of the day and generally not wanting to...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-30-2023, 11:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,051
Posted By Tony H
Had the colonoscopy last year. I "try" to eat...

Had the colonoscopy last year. I "try" to eat good but it's the holidays, BD, wife's BD so on and so on. I plan on doing as much work as I can. I know there are good contractors out there but they...
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