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Chappy · 01-03-2008, 02:44 PM

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If I correctly recall, the original dash speakers were fitted without screws. They would snap in. When I did my MB Quarts I had to drill holes, as they didn't have the snap fit. I'll be anxious to see how your Rainbows fit. If they fit as factory, I'll forget swapping from the 91' and go with them.

Did you order rear armrest speakers as well? SW has some I'm thinking of getting. The factory front doors sound as if they are sub's. I got MB Quarts for this location, however they are two way, and I'm a little relunctant to install because of crossover issues and all. Stephan from SW, said they will work fine, so I dunno....

The ones I ordered for the rear were the Rainbow SL100. Again, fingers crossed.

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danholm · 01-03-2008, 04:42 PM

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Got the Toyo T1Rs installed at Butler this morning....hi-speed on the car balancing and alignment too. Ready for action!

My errand after the tires was to load up the trunk with some firewood and a box of duraflame....the versatility of this kombi continues to amaze me.

I loaded a 12 foot tree from Home Depot last month. The guys working there who helped were taking pictures and were in awe that I would use a Mercedes for the task. Loaded it in the cargo area, and it hung way out, wish I had a pic. These cars are great!

myfirstbenz · 01-04-2008, 04:04 PM

Talk about a tree air freshener. That probably smelled great

danholm · 01-05-2008, 01:38 AM

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Talk about a tree air freshener. That probably smelled great

LOL, next time I'll get a pine tree.

Chappy · 01-05-2008, 02:58 PM

Hadn't planned on this one....car fired right up this morning, then DOH! No reverse...never has that happened to me on a W124. Goes in to mbenzman on Monday for the fix. Oh well, the CLK55 needed a bit of "exercise" anyway.

ZorroAMG · 01-05-2008, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by danholm

I loaded a 12 foot tree from Home Depot last month. The guys working there who helped were taking pictures and were in awe that I would use a Mercedes for the task. Loaded it in the cargo area, and it hung way out, wish I had a pic. These cars are great!

Oh yeah?! OH YEAH?? Welll....uh, I put 8 bags of groceries in my sedan!!! BEAT THAT!!!

LOL I wish I had utility too damn it!!

myfirstbenz · 01-05-2008, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by ZorroAMG

Oh yeah?! OH YEAH?? Welll....uh, I put 8 bags of groceries in my sedan!!! BEAT THAT!!!

LOL I wish I had utility too damn it!!

Someone needs a Kombi

danholm · 01-06-2008, 02:06 AM

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Originally Posted by ZorroAMG

Oh yeah?! OH YEAH?? Welll....uh, I put 8 bags of groceries in my sedan!!! BEAT THAT!!!

LOL I wish I had utility too damn it!!

Hmm... thats a lot of groceries, how big were those bags?

danholm · 01-06-2008, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Chappy

Hadn't planned on this one....car fired right up this morning, then DOH! No reverse...never has that happened to me on a W124. Goes in to mbenzman on Monday for the fix. Oh well, the CLK55 needed a bit of "exercise" anyway.

What do you mean no reverse?

Chappy · 01-06-2008, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by danholm

What do you mean no reverse?

Nothing happens when reverse is engaged - drive/forward gears operate normally. I've checked what the parts cost is on a reman MB with 2/24 warranty - ouch - $4100. Doesn't include install or torque converter if needed.

It's going to mbenzman's shop for the fix tomorrow. At this point, we're speculating that the clutch pack has deteriorated, possibly due to the minor rearend fender-bender I learned about just prior to purchase (it didn't show up on the carfax as the repair was only $1500 or so and paid for by the other driver). Either way, the tear down begins in the morning.

On a positive side - once this repair is done, I know it won't need anything further tranny-wise for some years to come.

The bills are adding up fast on this recent acquisition, but since I'm picky and want things done right, I'm not going to skimp on repairs and maintenance.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Chappy

Nothing happens when reverse is engaged - drive/forward gears operate normally. I've checked what the parts cost is on a reman MB with 2/24 warranty - ouch - $4100. Doesn't include install or torque converter if needed.

It's going to mbenzman's shop for the fix tomorrow. At this point, we're speculating that the clutch pack has deteriorated, possibly due to the minor rearend fender-bender I learned about just prior to purchase (it didn't show up on the carfax as the repair was only $1500 or so and paid for by the other driver). Either way, the tear down begins in the morning.

On a positive side - once this repair is done, I know it won't need anything further tranny-wise for some years to come.

The bills are adding up fast on this recent acquisition, but since I'm picky and want things done right, I'm not going to skimp on repairs and maintenance.

I used European Transmission for a reman a few years ago. He advertises in The Star. My Indie shop put her in. I didn't spend more than a couple G's. It was a few years ago however. Good luck. That's a bummer. Good thing you've got a positive attitude about it.

Chappy · 01-08-2008, 08:15 AM

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Originally Posted by danholm

I used European Transmission for a reman a few years ago. He advertises in The Star. My Indie shop put her in. I didn't spend more than a couple G's. It was a few years ago however. Good luck. That's a bummer. Good thing you've got a positive attitude about it.

Well...I like the car. It's got a familiar feel to it (since I'm a long-time MB owner) and there isn't anything else that I'd rather have at the moment, save a W211 E55/E63 Wagon. But, I like my CLK55 too much to cut it loose and get the AMG wagon.

I saw the info on European Transmission and their prices are very fair. Once the reapir is made, I'll be set transmission-wise for years to come. My plan it to keep this car 10 years or so.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 10:09 AM

It would be tough to use an AMG as a true Kombi. I've been able to keep mine very nice in the 10 years I've had it. No dents or scratches. I get it de-dinged whenever one shows up. (usually from the airport) I've hauled about everything you could imagine including full sheets of plywood. (tailgate open of course) I have used the roof rack for a canoe, amongst other things. I can't see doing that with the 211 AMG. Sure would be a nice ride though eh? Overall, I really haven't seen anything I like better, or I would have bought it by now. The utility of the Kombi will keep them on the road longer than a sedan.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 11:13 AM

So here's the 91'.

Ice blue, Cream Beige MB Tex, ASR.

202,000 miles.

Stock, except radio from 95'

Original pruchase 1997. Sold 2006. Bought back 2007. Soon going to Dad.

Chappy · 01-08-2008, 02:23 PM

Very clean Dan! Same interior color as me....that car ever get down to GA?

Chappy · 01-08-2008, 02:26 PM

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It would be tough to use an AMG as a true Kombi. I've been able to keep mine very nice in the 10 years I've had it. No dents or scratches. I get it de-dinged whenever one shows up. (usually from the airport) I've hauled about everything you could imagine including full sheets of plywood. (tailgate open of course) I have used the roof rack for a canoe, amongst other things. I can't see doing that with the 211 AMG. Sure would be a nice ride though eh? Overall, I really haven't seen anything I like better, or I would have bought it by now. The utility of the Kombi will keep them on the road longer than a sedan.

We think alike.

myfirstbenz · 01-08-2008, 04:10 PM

Oh boy, that is the best color combo IMO. I wish I had the tan color instead of the gray. Very nice Kombi, but it would look perfect with some Euros. It would be a great safety addition if you are giving it to an "older" person such as your father, being that they will have less than perfect night vision.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Chappy

Very clean Dan! Same interior color as me....that car ever get down to GA?

Do you have TEX? Holds up well in the Kombi.

It was down here this Fall. The guy I sold it to is in Charlotte, so I picked it up there when I bought it back. Last month I swapped it for the 95', so now occupies the garage in VA.

Chappy · 01-08-2008, 04:49 PM

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Do you have TEX? Holds up well in the Kombi.

Yep, I was specifically searching for one with MB Tex...dribbles and slobbers clean up easier that way.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by myfirstbenz

Oh boy, that is the best color combo IMO. I wish I had the tan color instead of the gray. Very nice Kombi, but it would look perfect with some Euros. It would be a great safety addition if you are giving it to an "older" person such as your father, being that they will have less than perfect night vision.

Thanks,

My 95' has gray leather and I like it with silver. Weird how colors look better in different places. The 91' looks great at the beach and in the hill country of Texas. The color just goes with the surroundings.

Thanks for the Euro suggestion. I had thought about it but forgot. One drive at night and I would be reminded. Dad is in Minnesota, and I know he would need the headlight washers. Are the Euro's compatible? He drives a 91 300E sedan now, so he's used to the lights.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 04:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Chappy

We think alike.

Ditto, I've read about your CE.

myfirstbenz · 01-08-2008, 07:13 PM

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Thanks,

My 95' has gray leather and I like it with silver. Weird how colors look better in different places. The 91' looks great at the beach and in the hill country of Texas. The color just goes with the surroundings.

Thanks for the Euro suggestion. I had thought about it but forgot. One drive at night and I would be reminded. Dad is in Minnesota, and I know he would need the headlight washers. Are the Euro's compatible? He drives a 91 300E sedan now, so he's used to the lights.

Well, the wiper arms need to be from 94-95 models... I think the motors will work but need to switch sides. Whenever I drive in a w124 that does not have euros, I am shocked about how poor the lighting is. It is the first upgrade I recommend to any mercedes owner. I have put in about a half dozen euro headlights in various w124's and I think that it is really the only flaw to the car in stock form.

danholm · 01-08-2008, 11:57 PM

Ya well I guess MB did what they could considering the DOT rules at the time. I'll ask ole' dad and see what he wants.

myfirstbenz · 01-09-2008, 01:58 AM

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Ya well I guess MB did what they could considering the DOT rules at the time. I'll ask ole' dad and see what he wants.

Yeah, the good ol DOT... the automobile designers worst enemy.

230TErry · 01-09-2008, 09:42 AM

Great thread guys

I am currently looking for 300/320 wagon to replace my 230TE which, like an idiot, I sold 18 months ago

01-04-2008, 04:04 PM	#228
myfirstbenz MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Washington, the state! Posts: 1,448 Drives: 89 300TE, and 68 280sel	Talk about a tree air freshener. That probably smelled great __________________ Kombi's Uber Alles Member #1 ::Familie von Mercedes:: '00 German Shepherd ("Hans") '89 300 TE 140k '92 400E (killed in action) '68 280 SE/8 (High School Sweetheart and First Benz/Love) '95 E320 (mother's) '60 190D (dad's project) '05 A6 Allroad 2.7t (dad's ride) '84 190E (brother's-sold) '90 300CE (brother's) AKA BenzBro

01-05-2008, 02:58 PM	#230
Chappy MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Hotlanta Posts: 7,887 Drives: AMG	Hadn't planned on this one....car fired right up this morning, then DOH! No reverse...never has that happened to me on a W124. Goes in to mbenzman on Monday for the fix. Oh well, the CLK55 needed a bit of "exercise" anyway. __________________ W208 CLK55 - 2002 (Silver w/Charcoal - 43K miles) 1 of 3,381 W208 AMG Coupes Worldwide 304WHP / 321TQ - Stock! W124 Estate - 1995 MBWGCM #71 Kombi's Uber Alles Member #3

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Chappy MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Hotlanta Posts: 7,887 Drives: AMG	Very clean Dan! Same interior color as me....that car ever get down to GA? __________________ W208 CLK55 - 2002 (Silver w/Charcoal - 43K miles) 1 of 3,381 W208 AMG Coupes Worldwide 304WHP / 321TQ - Stock! W124 Estate - 1995 MBWGCM #71 Kombi's Uber Alles Member #3 Last edited by Chappy; 01-08-2008 at 02:25 PM.

01-08-2008, 04:10 PM	#242
myfirstbenz MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Washington, the state! Posts: 1,448 Drives: 89 300TE, and 68 280sel	Oh boy, that is the best color combo IMO. I wish I had the tan color instead of the gray. Very nice Kombi, but it would look perfect with some Euros. It would be a great safety addition if you are giving it to an "older" person such as your father, being that they will have less than perfect night vision. __________________ Kombi's Uber Alles Member #1 ::Familie von Mercedes:: '00 German Shepherd ("Hans") '89 300 TE 140k '92 400E (killed in action) '68 280 SE/8 (High School Sweetheart and First Benz/Love) '95 E320 (mother's) '60 190D (dad's project) '05 A6 Allroad 2.7t (dad's ride) '84 190E (brother's-sold) '90 300CE (brother's) AKA BenzBro

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01-08-2008, 10:09 AM	#238
danholm Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Central VA, Philadelphia, PA Posts: 136 Drives: 95' E320 Wagon, 05' X3, 97' F150, 74' Triumph Trident, 79' Triumph Bonnie, 99' Buell S3	It would be tough to use an AMG as a true Kombi. I've been able to keep mine very nice in the 10 years I've had it. No dents or scratches. I get it de-dinged whenever one shows up. (usually from the airport) I've hauled about everything you could imagine including full sheets of plywood. (tailgate open of course) I have used the roof rack for a canoe, amongst other things. I can't see doing that with the 211 AMG. Sure would be a nice ride though eh? Overall, I really haven't seen anything I like better, or I would have bought it by now. The utility of the Kombi will keep them on the road longer than a sedan.

01-08-2008, 11:57 PM	#248
danholm Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Central VA, Philadelphia, PA Posts: 136 Drives: 95' E320 Wagon, 05' X3, 97' F150, 74' Triumph Trident, 79' Triumph Bonnie, 99' Buell S3	Ya well I guess MB did what they could considering the DOT rules at the time. I'll ask ole' dad and see what he wants.

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