starting out

[jbecker1980]

Hey everyone, I just was given an 1981 300TD wagon. It has not been started in several months. So far I've done basic stuff to try to start it, but to no avail. I've charged the battery, changed the fuel filter, bled the fuel line, changed the air filter and reconnected (what I think is) a vaccuum advance hose. Still it will not start, although it sounds close. It chuggs and a bit of white smoke comes out the tailpipe, but does not start. Might it just be bad fuel? Something with the fuel injectors? Glow plugs? The cold? (it's been around 50 degrees).

Thanks for the wisdom

JB