Bit of an update today, started by checking timing visually using number one cylinder of injection stroke, all good within 1-2 degrees but will use a gauge once ready to bolt up again.

Timing market OT



Number one cylinder



Cross hatching still present but notice extra grey carbon deposit band



This extra band can be seen better in this picture



This is the 962 block (W210) with much smaller band



910 with perhaps half inch below the dark carbon marking



910 valves removed for inspection, using a power drill each one is a slightly off center but this could be the chuck bit



Glow plugs came out with ease showing no signs of blow-by, one however is corroded

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David


1996 Mercedes S124 E300TD - 129k - rolling restoration project -

1998 Mercedes W210 300TD - 118k (assimilated into above vehicle)