Do a search under "transmission leak" on the top right of this page. You will find a lot of information. It sounds like something simple, where the transmission does not have to come down.
Second, get somebody that specializes in MB's. It does not have to be the MB dealership. Trust me, it will cost you less in the long run.
Good luck and welcome to the forum.

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J.H.
'86 300E