Get the driveshaft while at it. They are probably not the same length....front half only in all the benzes I am familiar with.

But seriously, don't ruin a rare and desireable stickshift car.....sell it off and get her one with a slush box.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.