Quick question for you all. I have always used Bosch glow plugs since I bought my '82 300 TD and they have always worked great. This year I wanted to try and save a little money (since I had been spending a lot on other repairs) and used Champion glow plugs. Since I installed them I seem to have to either cycle the plugs twice, or just leave the key in turned for about 10 seconds after the glow plug light goes out before trying to crank the engine. If I don't do this the engine just cranks and cranks.

Has anyone had a similar experience? I'm starting to think from what I have been reading on the forum that the Champion glow plugs are pretty crappy, and that I might have to replace them again sometime this winter if they fail prematurely.