well left the block heater plugged in for about an hour, and had it charging, then it cranked for about 30 - 45 seconds and it started. Seems like when I can get good hard cranks (ha ha) it will almost always start. Baah, what an ordeal, this started last night around 10, couldn't get it, the continued around 11 today. I guess I just HAVE to plug it in, now I get to drive home and check everything out. Thanks folks.
-Nate

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'82 240D, 4-speed, 617 turbo engine