Actually I think I'll stick to consulting logical sources like I have, such as trusted Mercedes mechanics, and THIS LIST, and yes, the owner's manual, in addition to my own experience, and anything else that makes logical sense.
I do understand what you're getting at by telling me to trust the info. straight from Mercedes. And I appreciate that. I am assuming, though, that the information in the manual is describing scenarios that involve a brand new auto, or one that is in close to brand new shape. I don't think they delve into the area of cars being old and with unknown maintenance. Seems to me that asking people real-world advice based upon their real experiences could be helpful. And like it or not, I am not in a position to bring my car to as-new condition, nor did I ever intend to. I want to buy it, do my best by it, and USE it. It's not ideal, but that's life. It's just a car. It's there to serve me. Thanks again. Brian 83 240D On 3/10/06, Marshall Booth <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Zoltan Finks wrote: > > Marshall: I'm going to say this with as much respect as I can muster: > > > > I did not say that I was not going to follow the guidelines in the > owner's > > manual. > > > > I am simply trying to gather information from as many sources as > possible. > > That said, why not consult a cooking list, a home improvement list and a > list that offers family counseling. I expect they will have novel > approaches to cold starting a diesel! > > I don't know of a more reliable source than Mercedes for starting a cold > Mercedes. Most of the things you have reported hearing are NOT > desirable! Might be prudent for you to forget EVERYTHING you've ever > heard and just follow the recommendations in the owner's manual. That > should eliminate MOST of the exogenous confusion and maximize the chance > of starting the car. > > Marshall > -- > Marshall Booth (who doesn't respond to unsigned questions) > "der Dieseling Doktor" [EMAIL PROTECTED] > '87 300TD 182Kmi, '84 190D 2.2 229Kmi, '85 190D 2.0 161Kmi, '87 190D 2.5 > turbo 237kmi > > _______________________________________ > http://www.striplin.net > For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ > For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: > http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net >
