problem with the running of my w115

[merc owner]

Hi all, i am having trouble with my 220 W115 mercedes, the car has been in storage for nearly a year, and i have just recently tried starting it, and after charging the battery the car started, but to keep it running i have to keep the gas pedal to the floor, and even then the car judders badly.

The car has the non fuel injected engine, has a 175cd stromberg carb, 4-cylinder engine.

P.S. the dizzy cap doesnt fit properly.

 

[TimN]

Might be worth looking inside the carb. Corrosion can build up if all the fuel evaporates. This in turn can cause needles and floats to stick

 

[tom7035]

Am I right in thinking this carb. incorporates a neoprene (?) diaphragm? If so it could be perished. Of course an ill-fitting 'dizzy'cap won't help!