I have had my car in the garage for the last week. I ended up replacing all the glow plugs and the engine mounts. I cannot believe the difference in the behavior of this vehcile. It is like a different car. Cold start behavior is definitely better. I knew I had one bad glow plug and while replacing it decided to do them all. I guess some of the glowplugs that looked good via resistance check were weak. But I am most impressed with the difference that the engine mounts made.

The idle is dead smooth and quiet. Compared to its previous behavior, this engine now runs like a sewing machine. What a difference! All of the buzzing and rattles that I have been listening to are gone. It is noticeably quieter on the road as well. An enormous difference overall. If you have a diesel with old mounts, I whole heartedly recommend replacing them.

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1985 300SD, 203,000 miles, dark blue

Lil Sarah says: "Poor old Grandma Blue Car...She's sad."