Thanks for the concern guys... we didn't get hit directly where I am, the devastation though in other parts of my country is apocalyptic. Feeling a little bit guilty that I can't do anything for them.

I followed the youtube demo... I just can't get the timer to function.
here's the link...
Mercedes 300D Glow Plug Relay Operation - YouTube

It's a different relay though...

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85 190E 2.3(SOLD)
86 230E (-->300D) sold
87 300D (-->300TD) sold
68 250S w/ a 615 and manual tranny (RIP)
87 300TD (SOLD)
95 S280 "The KRAKEN" (Turbo 2.9 602 transplant) traded
86 190E 2.3... current project