Now I have seen the engine, yes, glow plugs are the likely culprit. 25 amps is not enough for 4 glow plugs, 60 amps would be nearer the mark. You need to disconnect each plug and either check the current flowing or measure the resistance, they should be somewhere around 1 ohm, much higher or completely open circuit and there is your problem.
Peter
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Re: Hard to start
If replacing, use Bosch or NGK unless you want to do it again real soon......
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Re: Hard to start
It was the plugs folks two dead out of 3, I have only managed to get 3 in so far.That one behind the pump is a bugger.The car starts immediately the heater light goes out.Any ideas of how to get that last plug out.I wish someone had a youtube video on how to do it.Thanks to you all for taking the time to reply.
Re: Hard to start
Well done! Glad you got it sorted ![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
As for the last plug,,, move the metal injection pipes out of the way and also the rubber pipe that's there if I remember correctly.
Soak the threads with WD40 overnight and do the job when the engine is cooling down but not hot as you will burn yourself.
A long 12mm spanner will help!
![Smile :)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
As for the last plug,,, move the metal injection pipes out of the way and also the rubber pipe that's there if I remember correctly.
Soak the threads with WD40 overnight and do the job when the engine is cooling down but not hot as you will burn yourself.
A long 12mm spanner will help!