Another question...

Pulling and Installing a OM603 into a W140. It is easier to do while mated to the trans as an assembly? That's how I do W126's, but was curious if it was tighter in a W140. The way the engine sits further back inside the tunnel makes me wonder how easy the bellhousing bolts are to get to. I'd rather pull it as an assembly, but I can pull it separate if needed. Thoughts?

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1987 300SDL #1, 1987 300SDL #2, 1980 240D, 1982 300SD, 1994 S350, 1990 350SDL, 1991 350SD, 1985 300D, 2005 E320CDI

Gone, but not forgotten: 1981 300SD, 1982 300SD, 1987 300SDL, 1983 300TD, 1980 300CD, 1981 300SD #2, 1987 300D, 1987 300TDT, 1980 300D