All back together today, very pleased with the outcome as the engine note has changed considerably although there is till a very slight ticking noise.

In summary, I reset the timing using a level gauge followed by the injection pump, both were within 2 degrees of spec which is a lot better than before.

Parts changed:

Cylinder head, cam housing, cams and cam caps, cam drive sprocket, chain guides.

Injectors (new)

Glow plugs

Fuel heater, larger bore so needs new piping.

Water pump (the 962 is off concentric which broke housing, temp JB Weld until new one arrives)

Alternator, 115 amp

Belt pulley assembly.

All new gaskets throughout.

As mentioned, there is still a slight ticking noise which is hardly noticeable but may as well sort that too, could it be the vac pump?

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David


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

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