Thanks for the reply. I suspected the same thing and am getting a new filter and fuel pump relay. Could you please explain to me how it is that a relay can not function and why and then begin to work again and why on MB. It is a nagging question in my mind and wondered if you knew the mechanism behind it all.

I have read many acounts of this type of stalling/ not starting problem but no real explanation as to why. Your thoughts are most appreciated. This forum has been a great help to me in the past and it really is an impresive resource. Thanks again!