the other major sources of starting difficulty are the glow plugs and fuel filters. these need to be verified for function. the filters should be changed on general principals. the air filter should be cleaned out too.

these are really really tough dependable engines, but the basics must be attended to if normal operation is to be expected.

good luck

tom w

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