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1973 Mercedes Benz 450sl Repair Question


Topics covered: Gas, Choke, Engine.
Mileage: 102,300 miles.

Asked on November 25, 2012

Mercedes Benz 450sl Gas Problem

When I crank car, it starts sputtering during idling, then sputters as I drive it. It only does this occasionally. Other times, it will crank right up with zero sputtering/skipping. I had the points changed out/replaced and it stopped for a while, but it's doing it again. Could it be condensation, or is it a choke/float type problem. I only use 93 Octane gas in it. In addition, it also has a gas odor inside the car.
Thanks! Danny suberdan@bellsouth.net
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Replied on November 25, 2012

I am giving you a walk though diagnostic. Just use the link belwo to get to it;

http://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-misfires-or-runs-rough

Tiny Answered by DrCranknWrench (expert)
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