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Old 03-08-2011, 02:28 AM
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Are 123 and 116 gear boxes interchangeable? I have a 116 box and want to swap it into my 123 while I get new seals in the original box. Can I do this?
With basic tools.
It is a one day DIY to pull, re-seal, install, and adjust the steering gearbox.


How to reseal a MB steering gear
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