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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-16-2015, 01:55 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,551
Posted By glwillia
When I was a broke grad student I got by on...

When I was a broke grad student I got by on $500-$1000 Volvo 240s. They're much thinner on the ground now then they were in the late 2000s, but I'd look for a good Volvo 940 non-turbo. Or a GM with...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 11-04-2014, 01:10 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 552
Posted By glwillia
Random MB fluids/parts for sale in the Seattle area

So I recently sold my W124 E420 and no longer have a Mercedes, nor do I foresee myself getting another one in the near future (I'm limited to one garage spot, which severely crimps my car-hoarding...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-19-2014, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
Mine too! I miss it already, but at least I know...

Mine too! I miss it already, but at least I know it went to a good home :)

Do you have a different DD? I would've definitely remembered seeing your S123.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-15-2014, 04:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
Sold!

Sold!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-06-2014, 05:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
Price drop: $3200 OBO.

Price drop: $3200 OBO.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-23-2014, 02:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
Bump. The price IS negotiable!

Bump. The price IS negotiable!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-08-2014, 01:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
I've been here since shortly after I bought the...

I've been here since shortly after I bought the car but did far more lurking than posting. Here's my E46 (2002 330Ci sport/premium/manual) and W124, side by side:
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2014, 04:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
Thanks for the kind words! I've updated the ad...

Thanks for the kind words! I've updated the ad with the ownership history and geographic locale, hence providing some context for my statement :)

It's been a great car, and has seen me through 2...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2014, 03:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,060
Posted By glwillia
1994 E420 for sale

Hi all,

I'm moving to downtown Seattle and consolidating down to one car. So, my 1994 E420 is up for sale, located in the greater Seattle area.

It's midnight blue on saddle leather, 156,200...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 11,188
Posted By glwillia
Seems like a lot of car for $2300. Glad you sold...

Seems like a lot of car for $2300. Glad you sold it to a good home!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-11-2013, 09:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,814
Posted By glwillia
OK, I'll check this thread for updates in case...

OK, I'll check this thread for updates in case you sell it before then. If not, I'd definitely come with a trailer to go get it. How's the condition of the head gasket on the car? Has it ever been...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-11-2013, 05:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,814
Posted By glwillia
I'm very interested in your car, but not for a...

I'm very interested in your car, but not for a couple more weeks as I'm moving to Seattle over the next month. How urgently do you need to sell it, and where in Oregon are you located?
Forum: Great Lakes - US (IL,IN,MI,MN,OH,WI) 09-12-2013, 02:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,132
Posted By glwillia
I had some work done by Dovell on my W124 E420. I...

I had some work done by Dovell on my W124 E420. I was quite happy with the work performed and prices charged.
Forum: Tech Help 01-12-2012, 09:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,127
Posted By glwillia
OK so there's no crossing over? i.e. all wires...

OK so there's no crossing over? i.e. all wires from the distributor cap on the left side go to the left cylinder bank?
Forum: Tech Help 01-12-2012, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,127
Posted By glwillia
Thanks for your prompt reply. One last question:...

Thanks for your prompt reply. One last question: does it matter which side I run wires to from a given point on a cap? For example, if I run a plug wire from R4/L5 on the passenger side dist cap,...
Forum: Tech Help 01-12-2012, 04:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 6,127
Posted By glwillia
M119 spark plug wire order

Hi all,

I removed the spark plug wires on my car but neglected to write down the order because I thought it'd be clearly marked on the plastic cover for the distributor caps. However, when I went...
Forum: Great Lakes - US (IL,IN,MI,MN,OH,WI) 12-31-2011, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,324
Posted By glwillia
After having brought my car to MB Star, I retract...

After having brought my car to MB Star, I retract my previous statement. i'd strongly recommend staying away from them--they did my trans service, the car leaked trans fluid, they kept insisting my...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-15-2011, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,255
Posted By glwillia
I'm tempted to buy it just for the wheels alone,...

I'm tempted to buy it just for the wheels alone, actually. Hmm.. 1 w124.034 on the way there, 2 on the way back...
Forum: Tech Help 07-08-2011, 05:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,857
Posted By glwillia
Hmm interesting.. the belt and tensioner are...

Hmm interesting.. the belt and tensioner are fine; I just checked. I'm planning on getting the system pressure tested Monday morning. Thanks for the tips!
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2011, 09:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,857
Posted By glwillia
Nope, the car has to be off for at least a couple...

Nope, the car has to be off for at least a couple of hours for it to kick back on. I'll try spinning the compressor pulley tonight (car's at home in the garage).
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2011, 06:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,857
Posted By glwillia
Haven't checked recently but last time I did it...

Haven't checked recently but last time I did it was 42 F.
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2011, 04:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,857
Posted By glwillia
Hmm.. the v-belt was replaced last year and seems...

Hmm.. the v-belt was replaced last year and seems to have sufficient tension. Also, if I leave the car off for just a few minutes (eg getting gas) the compressor doesn't kick back on (but it will if...
Forum: Tech Help 07-07-2011, 04:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,857
Posted By glwillia
W124 a/c woes!

Hi all,

So I got my W124 ('94 E420) out of storage recently, and the a/c has been acting up. Most of the time it works great--with the temperature dial turned to maximum the car freezes me out...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-18-2010, 10:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,644
Posted By glwillia
Dont M103s have headgasket issues as well? ...

Dont M103s have headgasket issues as well?

The only real problems with M119s are the oil feeder tubes (and you can ignore those if you want, from what I hear--if not it's an easy afternoon DIY)...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 11-17-2010, 11:38 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,644
Posted By glwillia
Personally, I think the best value in the W124...

Personally, I think the best value in the W124 world is the M119.975-powered car (aka the '92-'93 400E, and '94-'95 E420). They're cheaper than comparable M104-powered cars, get similar fuel economy,...
Forum: Great Lakes - US (IL,IN,MI,MN,OH,WI) 11-16-2010, 11:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,324
Posted By glwillia
I've used them and they seem to do good work....

I've used them and they seem to do good work. Went to their shop first to check them out, and saw a nice collection of 123s, 124s and 126s in and around the shop, and found out the mechanic who'd be...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-06-2010, 06:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,943
Posted By glwillia
I'm definitely interested if you still have this...

I'm definitely interested if you still have this in December. Out of the country until then and looking for a good winter beater/DD.
Forum: Tech Help 08-23-2010, 03:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,409
Posted By glwillia
Yes, I've tried all combinations--no lights...

Yes, I've tried all combinations--no lights anywhere. I guess my relay needs replacement then. :(
Forum: Tech Help 08-20-2010, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,409
Posted By glwillia
W124 fog/side marker lights

My W124's low beams, high beams, and parking lights work just fine. However, the front/rear fogs and side marker lights (turning the knob to the left or pulling it out) don't work. I checked and the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-20-2010, 07:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,752
Posted By glwillia
This is true. Even a POS W126 is comfy on long...

This is true. Even a POS W126 is comfy on long trips.
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