Hi guys, I'll start off by introducing myself. My name is Anthony and I was just given a 1984 500SEL for free by a neighbor. Even though it doesn't run I couldn't pass the offer up because the interior is immaculate. Anyway, I've been arouind the import scene for about 5 years now messing around with 4 banger turbos and fuel injection. I've got a great understanding of FI systems and have done many 4 cylinder motor swaps and regular maintanence. I have a good understanding of how a motor works and runs, but when it comes to bigger motors I'm short of knowledge. So here is the deal with the new benz...
When I first got the car home and off the tow truck I popped the air box apart and cleaned the inside out. It had a bunch of nuts and shells sitting in there due to the time it has been sitting. After cleaning it I got some fresh gas in the tank and went to start it. After cranking it for a little bit it felt like it was trying to turn over, but wouldn't stay firing. I ran to the closest auto parts store and grabbed some starter fluid. When I tried starting it with the fluid it would keep running, but not clean at all. It seems like a have a fuel issue like the pump or relay. I just want to get her running so I can wash her and clean her up a bit. Any ideas or advice would be greatly appriciated. :thumbsup: