Anyone in SC whose dad has an awesome set of tools?

[speeder]

I'm picking up a car in North Carolina next week if plans don't change, near Raleigh. It has a bad A/C compressor, so I bought a new one and had it shipped to the seller so that he could throw it in the trunk. The car is a 1982 Mercedes-Benz diesel wagon, pretty simple to work on.

I just checked the forecast and it looks like I won't really need A/C on the way back to CA. but it would be nice to have it, I guess. I was going to pick up the car earlier, (winter), and did not think twice about the lack of A/C. I can install it in a couple of hours or less but it's not possible to bring a full set of tools on the plane. Might hire it out to a shop but hate to pay hundreds of dollars for something I can do myself, blindfolded.

I thought that I'd ask here in case there are any gear heads in the area with a home shop I could use, I would of course show my appreciation with a nice steak dinner at the restaurant of their choice. Really basic sockets and open/box end metric wrenches needed plus a floor jack and one jack stand. LF wheel comes off and it's an easy job. I would then take it somewhere for compressor oil and freon fill.

Maybe a long shot but just realized that I could ask here. Can't remember for the life of me who is in that neck of the woods. TIA.

[speeder]

Sorry...title meant to say North Carolina, although SC might work as well since I'll be exploring the area a little as time allows. Never been to those states and always wanted to go. Thanks!

[Baz]

Wish I could help ya, Denis.

Hopefully someone will be able to.

Congrats on the new wagon - would love to see any pics at some point.

Safe travels!

[A930Rocket]

If only it was in Charleston SC.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by A930Rocket

If only it was in Charleston SC.

Is that elastic on the sides of those shoes?

My Dad used to wear some like those except they were more like slippers....

Nice tool box!

[RNajarian]

I love that era Mercedes Diesels. I’m going to have to come by and see it. . . maybe even make you an offer ��

[osidak]

if you come through charlotte i might be able to help. depends on when you are coming through

[cabmandone]

Paging KC911...
And one star? Did you p.ss in someone's cheerios this morning Denis? If you're exploring, go over to Ashville to the Biltmore.

[id10t]

I believe that DTW is in your target area....

[sc_rufctr]

Originally Posted by Baz

Is that elastic on the sides of those shoes?

My Dad used to wear some like those except they were more like slippers....

Nice tool box!

Search "Jersey Work Boot"... Lots of options.

[Superman]

I wish I were in SC, so that I could meet Denis in person.

Baz, do a search for Georgia Boot Giant. GB is the brand, Giant is the pattern. Yes, it is in the style of a "Romeo" slipper, with the elastic sides. Very comfortable. You never have to touch them. They slip on and off. Reasonable price. I wear my old pair probably five hours for every hour I wear any of my other shoes. I really should get another pair. They are many years old. Did I mention they also last a long time?

[speeder]

Originally Posted by Baz

Wish I could help ya, Denis.

Hopefully someone will be able to.

Congrats on the new wagon - would love to see any pics at some point.

Safe travels!

Thank you! I’ll try to remember to post some road trip photos that include the car.

Originally Posted by A930Rocket

If only it was in Charleston SC.

Might be down that way, I will report here in case anyone wants to meet up for a beverage! Thanks.

Originally Posted by RNajarian

I love that era Mercedes Diesels. I’m going to have to come by and see it. . . maybe even make you an offer ��

For sure, sounds like an excuse to meet a member that I respect!

Originally Posted by osidak

if you come through charlotte i might be able to help. depends on when you are coming through

I’m flying to Raleigh, NC next Tuesday, (the 5th), I think will be bouncing around the Carolinas for a day or two. I’ll update this thread, thanks a lot.

[speeder]

Originally Posted by cabmando

Paging KC911...
And one star? Did you p.ss in someone's cheerios this morning Denis? If you're exploring, go over to Ashville to the Biltmore.

I’ve never looked at those stars or rated a thread that way, seems sort of effeminate. I just express my opinions with words.

[rcooled]

Can't help with the tools, but this sounds like a great trip. I'll second the vote for visiting Asheville, and Western NC in general. If you have the time, Charleston SC is worth a look too.

Be sure to try some shrimp & grits while you're back there. Tupelo Honey in Asheville serves up a really tasty version of this classic Southern dish.

[A930Rocket]

Originally Posted by Superman

I wish I were in SC, so that I could meet Denis in person.

Baz, do a search for Georgia Boot Giant. GB is the brand, Giant is the pattern. Yes, it is in the style of a "Romeo" slipper, with the elastic sides. Very comfortable. You never have to touch them. They slip on and off. Reasonable price. I wear my old pair probably five hours for every hour I wear any of my other shoes. I really should get another pair. They are many years old. Did I mention they also last a long time?

Superman has it. I’ve been wearing the style Georgia Boot for work for over 20 years and probably wear them out every couple of years.

[A930Rocket]

Originally Posted by Baz

Is that elastic on the sides of those shoes?

My Dad used to wear some like those except they were more like slippers....

Nice tool box!

Haha! I’m always looking in the background of pictures to see what’s interesting!

[Superman]

Originally Posted by A930Rocket

Superman has it. I’ve been wearing the style Georgia Boot for work for over 20 years and probably wear them out every couple of years.

I thought I was hard on shoes, but mine last me at least four times longer than yours. Or more. It's a pretty darned good shoe.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Superman

I thought I was hard on shoes, but mine last me at least four times longer than yours. Or more. It's a pretty darned good shoe.

Thanks for the helpful info, Supe....right on target!

[rusnak]

My dad always bought crap tools. And we went on long trips in the car and broke down a lot. I mean a LOT. That's why I buy so many good tools and stay on top of maintenance.

[DonDavis]

Originally Posted by speeder

I’ve never looked at those stars or rated a thread that way, seems sort of effeminate. I just express my opinions with words.

Wait...threads can be "rated"?

Check out Asheville, for sure. Heck, stay the night, go see some live bluegrass/country/local music. You won't be disappointed.

mmm, MB diesel wagon, yum.