





3 month old Lab/Husky/Coonhound mix. He’s a handful but he’s a handsome boy.
Last pic is how it sits current day. Definitely some weeds starting to come in on the half that gets the most sun. I know it wasn’t an ideal time to seed but I had a party coming up and needed grass. It looks so much better than what was there before (mostly dead, big bare spot from previous owners trampoline, weeds.)
Rented a gas tiller and tilled it all and cut out a firepit while I was at it. Removing the tilled debris was by far the most work. It produced multiple trailer loads which was a CHORE to get out of there. Then had a dump truck load of 3 yards of screened topsoil delivered and spread out by hand (leveling rake is worth its weight in gold) I then seeded with 100% perennial ryegrass and rolled in then covered with peat moss. Came in slow at first, but other than a few small bare spots, I’m very happy with how thick it came in.
Definitely learned a lot. Took LOTS of watering and peat moss to keep the seed cool and moist. Weed pressure in the summer is a pain, especially where I live because it’s very marshy. But it can be done. I’m definitely open to next steps though. Was thinking selective herbicide on the whole thing and overseeding in the fall.
Yes I know I may aswell have done the whole thing but it was a ton of work as is and honestly blended pretty nice. I think with some weeding and overseeding it could look really good.
Big shoutout to Green Mountain Towing for getting her out of here, they did great considering how low it is and were very cautious not to damage anything else.
DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS ABSOLUTE CREAM PUFF!
Have you ever wanted to live out your 04 Rich gangster-rap dreams? Look no further! This beautiful Commander spent it’s entire life in California until it came to us last month. It is absolutely rust free and ready to go!
One owner
44k miles
Cerulean Blue Metallic
6.9L V8 with aftermarket supercharger kit
Custom sidepipe exhaust
24-inch chrome wheels
These are getting harder and harder to find, these older trucks are becoming more sought after, and this is possibly the BEST spec for a Commander and in UNBELIEVABLE showroom condition.
Asking $39,995
For sale by Portland ETK in Portland, Maine.
I’m looking to get a new work commuter this fall and I’ve been eyeing up a GLK 250. Normally I don’t pay much attention to a modern Mercedes diesel, but I didn’t realize these had the 2.1 twin turbo OM651, which I know is a very popular motor overseas and lots of taxis go upwards of 1 million kilometres with them.
It also gives me some peace of mind that they use it in sprinter vans. And from all the research I’ve done, people generally seem to like them, and they are generally regarded as more reliable than the V6 Bluetecs.
I put a LOT of highway miles on when I’m working, and live in Canada and have to drive in bad winter weather. I also have a small camper and small boat, so the idea of a little 4 cylinder SUV with decent ground clearance, awd and fuel economy with a tow hitch sounds like a great all-rounder.
They are pretty reasonably priced on the used market for a cheap low mileage one compared to everything else, and it’s pretty enticing tbh.
Does anyone in here own one? Or work on them? Any testimonials/common issues to worry about?
Thought I’d share some pics of my turd on a roadtrip. 2013 ETK 856XC 260d 6MT. Tuned and deleted on HMT coilovers. 256k miles and counting. Love this thing.