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Old 07-25-2010, 12:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Lycoming-8 View Post
On those cars equipped with the 'salt-shaker' glow indicator, there is also the large knob used to provide the glow, start, run, and fuel cut-off functions handled by the key on later models. This knob is known as the 'gorilla' knob. The 'salt-shaker' glows along with the real glow plugs in each pre-chamber, and I believe is in series with the rest of them. The timing relay is located inside the head of the vehicle operator.
My Dad checked me out on the '69 220D before letting me borrow it for the first time.

Da was great about reviewing and re-reviewing vehicle operations with all our family.

He loved that 220D! He paid a ton for it brand new too!
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