So far I have found that the timing chain does not have significant stretch.

The valves all appear to be way too tight except for one.

The banjo bolt at the rear of the intake manifold was loose and was also missing the little washers (copper I think) that help it seal. You could tell the banjo bolt was leaking too because the oil mist generally found in the intake had gotten out and collected some dirt and dust.

Have not put things back together yet to test drive. Will let you know of further developments.

Ken300D

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1982 300D at 351K miles
1984 300SD at 217K miles
1987 300D at 370K miles