Hello,

Recently bought a 1972 220D w115.110 and have used it only sparingly.. less than 500 miles.

It started very nicely when I bought it and for few weeks, but recently it began to take more cranks to start, and eventually after few days, it now won't start at all. It will crank and I have a new battery, but it will not fire on its own.

The fuel filter shows liquid inside, the dash glow indicator light is very strong, the tank is full, but no firing.

I read people suggesting to check valve clearance for hard starts, but can't imaging how that would cause it to go from easy-to-start to no-start under 500 miles.

Also, although I use it sparingly, it doesn't sit for a long time.

Any pointers or help is very appreciated.

Thanks!