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09-04-2007, 09:59 PM
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300D strip fuse (glo plug) longevity??
How long do the 80 amp and 50 amp strip fuses last on average?
What causes them to fail under situations that just require replacement of the strip fuse to get the car going again indefinitely? By the way, what difference in performance or longevity between the 50 amp and 80 amp strip fuses? 1979 300D (loop style glow plugs) Thanks 
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09-04-2007, 10:19 PM
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corrosion is probably the most common failure.. fatigue, age, etc will cause it to crack...
its an $.80 part carry a spare or two 80 amp is what I have in my 300TD.. might be different for the N/A and loop style plugs
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09-04-2007, 10:29 PM
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Personally, I've never had one fail.
I shouldn't say stuff like that, mine will probably fail tomorrow. 
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09-04-2007, 10:42 PM
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I didn't know you had a wagon..... 
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09-04-2007, 10:56 PM
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Thank you, so far.
Yes I do carry spares. In fact I had to replace one today after only 2,500 miles (11 months) of service from a new 80 amp fuse. I am still curious to know the variables that apply to this fuse. i.e. questions I asked. THX
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1979 300D 220 K miles 1995 C280 109 K miles 1992 Cadillac Eldorado Touring Coupe 57K miles SOLD ******************** 1979 240D 140Kmiles (bought for parents) *SOLD.SAN FRANCISCO/(*San Diego) 1989 300SE 148 K miles *SOLD
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09-04-2007, 11:24 PM
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Quote:
 In fact, I bet they all will.
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