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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-11-2025, 10:05 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 164
Posted By tbomachines
The B58 is considered one of the best engines on...

The B58 is considered one of the best engines on sale today for power, reliability and refinement (anecdotally, but I have read numerous publications gushing over it). They have had quite a few...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-05-2025, 04:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 164
Posted By tbomachines
Airmatic suspension if equipped. A lot (all?) of...

Airmatic suspension if equipped. A lot (all?) of wagons have rear bags that are reaching EOL around that mileage.

Besides that, rumbles from front CV joints, for some reason the 212s eat them and...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-28-2025, 11:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 103
Posted By tbomachines
I have used car chairs as office and gaming...

I have used car chairs as office and gaming chairs. They sit low on their own, so you need a base to raise it up for most desks. Not a problem, but you can't use an office chair base because that...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Wheels & Tires 02-28-2025, 09:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,414
Posted By tbomachines
Looks great, pretty close to the monoblock or...

Looks great, pretty close to the monoblock or aero design -- these cars wear them well!
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-25-2025, 07:06 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,759
Posted By tbomachines
Just a way of life at the beach. Somehow my w212...

Just a way of life at the beach. Somehow my w212 is spotless, despite having its entire life here. I just assume the POs took pretty good care of it (guy I bought it from did). The newer mercs seem...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-18-2025, 01:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 164
Posted By tbomachines
E63 with snow tires :)

E63 with snow tires :)
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-06-2025, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 148
Posted By tbomachines
I used spraymax, I can't comment on whether it is...

I used spraymax, I can't comment on whether it is better or worse than other brands but it is very commonly used. Sand off the old clearoat with 400, then refine with 800 (no finer than 1000). Clean...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-06-2025, 10:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 148
Posted By tbomachines
I have used quite a few headlight kits over the...

I have used quite a few headlight kits over the years. They are usually good for a few months or so then cloud back up. Some simply restore oils that have been destroyed by UV (dont ask me on the...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 02-05-2025, 02:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 134
Posted By tbomachines
Imagine if your house actually looked like that....

Imagine if your house actually looked like that. "Honey dont forget to lock the giant face portal"

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Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-20-2025, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 222
Posted By tbomachines
Most new appliances are garbage That said,...

Most new appliances are garbage

That said, we recently got a stacked unit and are very happy, electrolux brand. We have had good luck with them for washers/dryers.

In stacked units IMO the...
Forum: Tech Help 01-19-2025, 11:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 586
Posted By tbomachines
Fix everything you can before listing if you want...

Fix everything you can before listing if you want anywhere near those Hemmings values -- AC might be forgiven, but forget about it if the brakes are non op. Those values still seem high, but some...
Forum: Tech Help 01-12-2025, 12:32 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 308
Posted By tbomachines
W212 is a great car, as modern cars go they are...

W212 is a great car, as modern cars go they are quite DIY friendly. I love mine and would buy another in a heartbeat.

I second the NA V6, and if you are interested in sedans, the m273 V8 (as in...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 01-08-2025, 08:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 310
Posted By tbomachines
I did a lot of work to an inheirited sundance spa...

I did a lot of work to an inheirited sundance spa not too long ago. I replaced pretty much everything in it. Leaking jets are common, and indeed youd be looking for cracked housings or cracked hoses....
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-30-2024, 06:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 508
Posted By tbomachines
source?

source?
Forum: Bodywork - Repair, Paint, Tools, Tips & Tricks 12-29-2024, 11:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,306
Posted By tbomachines
Strip, prep, paint, sounds about right to me.

Strip, prep, paint, sounds about right to me.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 12-02-2024, 10:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 965
Posted By tbomachines
I always wanted to meet Jim - RIP. I recall he...

I always wanted to meet Jim - RIP. I recall he had a beautiful 560sec.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-28-2024, 10:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By tbomachines
Happy thanksgiving! Eng hope things are going...

Happy thanksgiving! Eng hope things are going well on the homestead following the hurricane
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-25-2024, 09:28 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 965
Posted By tbomachines
Yes Chad hosted us - ended up being quite a...

Yes Chad hosted us - ended up being quite a production on the later years. That was when this site was at its prime.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-24-2024, 07:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 965
Posted By tbomachines
I still run into a couple folks at radwood and am...

I still run into a couple folks at radwood and am connected on social media. The best opportunities were when one of our members hosted an annual bbq in PA -- struggling to think who is still on...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 11-19-2024, 11:56 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 965
Posted By tbomachines
I have met some great people through here. Most...

I have met some great people through here. Most no longer post though.
Forum: Tech Help 10-18-2024, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 447
Posted By tbomachines
check specifically for carbon buildup on the...

check specifically for carbon buildup on the valves. I assume the a220 is a DI engine...60k would be low for that but definitely not unheard of (esp if fuel quality is low).

How did the spark...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 09-24-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 890
Posted By tbomachines
So Merc doesnt do a whole lot with 8 speeds --...

So Merc doesnt do a whole lot with 8 speeds -- did a quick google search to confirm, but they have 7 and 9 speeds, go figure. The 8 speed is DCT (dual clutch) and is in some of their 4cyl...
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 09-23-2024, 07:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 890
Posted By tbomachines
Are you talking about mercs or in general? I am...

Are you talking about mercs or in general? I am not aware of any MB that uses the ZF 8.
Forum: ML, GL, G-Wagen, R-Class, Unimog, Sprinter 09-21-2024, 11:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 890
Posted By tbomachines
This will not answer your question, but IIRC that...

This will not answer your question, but IIRC that 8 speed is a DCT and not the venerable ZF 8 speed which is an absolutely epic transmission. Too bad.

The 722.9 in my e550 is pretty dismal. I have...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-11-2024, 11:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 664
Posted By tbomachines
Well yeah if you killed cells in your battery it...

Well yeah if you killed cells in your battery it is going to keep dying quickly, as others have pointed out......


Get a new battery. I have had AGM batteries for many years. The one in my w212...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 09-11-2024, 11:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,766
Posted By tbomachines
aI found a...

aI found a photo!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240912/57c5397c07e4f927962fa8500665d2d4.jpg
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 09-07-2024, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 381
Posted By tbomachines
Introduction The phrase "Wrong thread" is...

Introduction

The phrase "Wrong thread" is commonly encountered in digital conversations, especially within forums, chat rooms, and discussion boards. It signifies a misstep where someone has...
Forum: Tech Help 09-04-2024, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 555
Posted By tbomachines
For OEM replacement I would go Bilstein. Arnott...

For OEM replacement I would go Bilstein. Arnott is fine but keep the receipts for their warranty. They are well established for air shock replacements for airmatic cars. Their quality (like many)...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-20-2024, 11:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 468
Posted By tbomachines
I aged more in the last 2 years than the previous...

I aged more in the last 2 years than the previous 10, I think due in part to the tech consulting pressure cooker.
Forum: Tech Help 08-12-2024, 01:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 705
Posted By tbomachines
There are a lot of OBD2 scanners that go through...

There are a lot of OBD2 scanners that go through bluetooth or wifi. Pair that with torque app. Those apps allow you to view and log data as it comes in. You will want to observe fuel trims and...
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