300 SD Turbo - Does Not Start - Page 2 - PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum

Joshua Coder · #1 02-12-2008, 02:58 PM

I am new to the forum, so let me introduce my diesel. I have a 1980 Mercedes 300 SD Turbo in my 1974 Ford Super Cab. Intersting vehicle though it is, I bought it this way.

Around Thanksgiving I drove her home, about 45 miles, and parked her as normal. She has not started since.

I have replaced and checked the glow plugs - there is a frost plug heater, whcihc works, and an aux radiator hose heater, that works. Engine temp is moderate, as the truck is in my garage.

To start I usually hit the plugs for 10-15 seconds and she fires right off. To kill, I hit a vacuum button for 3-5 seconds and off she goes.

Right now, I cannot even get here to fire. Fuel is present, makes exhaust, but refuses to start.

Anyone have any ideas I could try? I'm thinking perhaps there may be a vacuum leak, brought on by the temp change?!?

Any ideas will be appreciated. I would like to have both a running vehicle and the garage space, again.

Thanks,

Joshua L. Coder