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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-15-2009, 03:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,973
Posted By Brandon_SLC
They aren't that slow. Especially when compared...

They aren't that slow. Especially when compared to diesels. I was just saying the power delivery is so linear that they feel slower than they are. And of course the SE is lighter than an SEL.

I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-15-2009, 03:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,208
Posted By Brandon_SLC
My crystal ball says it will end up closer to...

My crystal ball says it will end up closer to $2000 than $1650.
My 8 ball says "maybe", when I ask if it will go over $2000.

Since the lighting struck, I've considered myself a Prophet. I'm...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-14-2009, 10:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 928
Posted By Brandon_SLC
By dash pad, do you mean factory dash? Or is this...

By dash pad, do you mean factory dash? Or is this some sort of topper, such as carpet, velour, etc.?

Why don't you post a few pics? Might generate some interest.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-14-2009, 10:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,415
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Dash topper.

Dash topper.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-14-2009, 10:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,193
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Got any rust? Ever had flood damage? Love the...

Got any rust? Ever had flood damage? Love the .10 cent shipping. Great deal for people in Alaska :)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-14-2009, 10:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,208
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Shucks, wonder why? :confused: Just looked...

Shucks, wonder why? :confused:

Just looked at it, look all the bids it's getting. :eek:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-14-2009, 09:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 831
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Yes, more power is always good. :confused: ...

Yes, more power is always good. :confused:

Depends on how much work you want to do. I don't think it's a real hard swap, but others can fill you in better than I.

This is a sedan? Where do...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-14-2009, 05:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,570
Posted By Brandon_SLC
It was a HIT! :eek: Obviously the 420SEL is...

It was a HIT! :eek:

Obviously the 420SEL is Mafia, and...


Oh yeah, and I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. ;)

Really sucks gett'n vandalized. :mad:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-14-2009, 02:29 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,286
Posted By Brandon_SLC
http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php...

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=260617
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2009, 11:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,629
Posted By Brandon_SLC
If you want to take the really, really easy route...

Easy fix,
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1406/928695592_5b4f6fdf30.jpg
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-12-2009, 01:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,754
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Where are these "Local rebuilders" and where do...

Where are these "Local rebuilders" and where do they hide? My local AZ is so bright and glaring that I have trouble seeing passed it. :D

I can believe the story about the case of dirty oil,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-11-2009, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,593
Posted By Brandon_SLC
I didn't know 240Ds came with 5 spds in the '70s,...

I didn't know 240Ds came with 5 spds in the '70s, either. Seems like they should be more plentiful, in that case.

IF the US Dollar ever regains strength against the Euro, I'll have to go over...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-11-2009, 01:54 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,754
Posted By Brandon_SLC
When I lived in the big city there were stores...

When I lived in the big city there were stores that specialized in my particular make, so I had no need to buy parts from discount chains. However, when I moved to a small town to go to University I...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-11-2009, 03:29 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,754
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Yes. I've never had to return a part to AZ due to...

Yes. I've never had to return a part to AZ due to poor quality. I've bough brake calipers, wheel bearings, rotors, CV joints, spark plug wires, ignition coil. Also, as I covered in anther thread, the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-10-2009, 05:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,973
Posted By Brandon_SLC
I haven't owned a V8 or a 300SE/L. I've driven...

I haven't owned a V8 or a 300SE/L. I've driven 500SELs, 560SECs and 420SELs and those V8's felt fast and effortless by 80's standards.

I came very close to buying a 1990 300SEL when I moved back...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2009, 12:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 942
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Worth seeing twice :D Good inspiration.

Worth seeing twice :D Good inspiration.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2009, 12:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,309
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Do you know the rear end ratio of the donor car? ...

Do you know the rear end ratio of the donor car?

I don't understand why your top speed would be any lower than a NA 616. My 4 spd manual 240D goes 85+ with the same transmission.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-10-2009, 12:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 967
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Some people take the cladding and bumpers off and...

Some people take the cladding and bumpers off and have it all painted.

My mom scraped her front bumper, ruined a wheel, and scraped her side cladding one day on a tall curb - at freeway speeds....
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2009, 10:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,274
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Talking I bet your mother found that annoying at first...

I bet your mother found that annoying at first :eek:
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-08-2009, 10:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,973
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Nobody uses their headlight wipers in...

Nobody uses their headlight wipers in So.California. :P

I looked at that dealers inventory and determined 2 things. One, they have a lot of nice cars. And B, their prices aren't too bad for what...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2009, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 804
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Is yours one of the Galvanized Audis? 80s VW and...

Is yours one of the Galvanized Audis? 80s VW and Audi had good to excellent rust resistance. Six out of the seven I've owned were all rust free when they made their final journey. All were built...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2009, 04:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 804
Posted By Brandon_SLC
I have "This" too. Only on the driver's side...

I have "This" too. Only on the driver's side though. When I bought the car there was a bubble in the same location as yours. When I poked at it with my finger it disintegrated. The paint was the only...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-08-2009, 02:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,973
Posted By Brandon_SLC
That one's gone, but...

Look at this. Gorgeous car. love the color combination.
...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-08-2009, 02:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,247
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Adjusting the slack isn't that difficult. My...

Adjusting the slack isn't that difficult. My Mercedes dealer used to do it in a few minutes, and usually didn't charge me extra for it. You can get rid of some of that light feel by installing a...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-08-2009, 02:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,564
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Hmmmm...need more info

Some people seem to think they're cantankerous, but other seem to think they are ok with proper maintenance.

The man selling the 300SDL I went to look at for Daw Too, then purchased by Kurt from...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 09-08-2009, 12:42 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,317
Posted By Brandon_SLC
It's an evil plot ;)

It's an evil plot ;)
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 09-07-2009, 06:56 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 23,317
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Thank you for your helpful and useful...

Thank you for your helpful and useful information. :)

I don't object to the polished finish, I'm even a fan of polished Bundts. I especially like the look of polished aluminum on black cars. I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2009, 02:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,829
Posted By Brandon_SLC
Lol! R U 1 of those people who think everything...

Lol! R U 1 of those people who think everything needs a 2.3 16V?

In a vehicle that heavy and non-aerodynamic it would feel More like a 2.3 from a 1978 Ford Pinto.

LSD is good, though. Keep...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2009, 02:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,247
Posted By Brandon_SLC
The 126 was a huge hit in California. My mom...

The 126 was a huge hit in California. My mom lived in Newport Beach when they came out. There were already lots of Mercedes there in 1980, but when I returned in the summer of 81 it seemed like there...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 09-07-2009, 12:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,334
Posted By Brandon_SLC
You may have missed your calling. You have a...

You may have missed your calling. You have a great ability to split things down the middle while maintaining plausible deniability.

Have you ever thought about law school? Politics? ;)
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