in my search for gears, the cheaper solution to the 5spd shortage in the w123 supply chain, I have come across this post here which of these will fit my 82 300CD so I can make a list to take with me to the bone yards.

R107
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380SL,SLC RATIO 1:2.47

380SL,SLC,560SL RATIO 1:2.47 ABS

W126
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380,500 RATIO 1:2.47

380,500,560SEL RATIO 1:2.47 ABS

420SEL RATIO 1:2.47

Thanx

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)

The W126 is easiest and most common. If it has a V8, it has a 2.47. Only the I-6 g@ssers and all Diesels got lower ratios.

thanx. I am "w" challenged. w126 the makes it the SE"L"?

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)

W126 is any 81-89 SD/SE/SEL.

there was a 85 380SE in my pick and pull but the rear had a finned cover. I passed on it because it looked different. will that be ok for my coupe?

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)

There are so many V8 gasser w126s in the boneyard up here......how many do you want? Should I pull one for my 300SDL? Anyone done that yet?

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daw_two
Germantown, TN

Links:
Sold last car --- 05/2012 1984 300D Light Ivory, Red interior
Cluster Needles Paint
New Old Stock (NOS) parts

Past:
3/2008 1986 300SDL "Coda"
04/2010 1965 190D(c) "Ben"
& many more

Ditto, they are dime a dozen up here. I can think of at least 6 different cars in the junkyards here right now.

when i was looking last week it was for an 82-84 380SE, i was under the impression that the 2.47's were more rare. now that I am armed with more info i will look again. any thoughts on the finned cover? will that rear work in my car, would I need to swap the cover for mine? same pinion?

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)

No, the 85 and on is a different shape, different mounts etc.

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Thanx,
Alberta Luthier
1983 300CD ('Stinky')155k miles, 2.47 diff, EGR removed, AAZ injectors with 265 nozzles from Sean,and vogtland lowering springs.
1984 300SD ('Old Blue')150k Klicks from Japan originally, came with rear head rests, no sunroof and never had an EGR

Hey If you come across a good that is too far north to bother shipping PM me (I want another one)and I'll do the same if I come across one closer to you (far more likely)

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Thanx,
Alberta Luthier
1983 300CD ('Stinky')155k miles, 2.47 diff, EGR removed, AAZ injectors with 265 nozzles from Sean,and vogtland lowering springs.
1984 300SD ('Old Blue')150k Klicks from Japan originally, came with rear head rests, no sunroof and never had an EGR

I'm interested in one too. I live just South of Amarillo, TX. I am looking for either a 2.47 or a 2.88. There aren't any around here in the salvage yards.

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1993 W124 300D
-297K on the clock as I type this.

You don't want that finned cover.

I have a nice plain one for you to trade for.

Tom W

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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.

i will be over there for 1/2 price weekend if you want the finned cover

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1982 300CD Turbo (Otis, "ups & downs") parts for sale
2003 TJ with Hemi (to go anywhere, quickly) sold
2001 Excursion Powerstroke (to go dependably)
1970 Mustang 428SCJ (to go fast)
1962 Corvette LS1 (to go in style)
2001 Schwinn Grape Krate 10spd (if all else fails)

So the 85 w126 380SE 2:47 will not fit the W123? Darn I just found an 85 380SE with 201202 miles. Looked like it was garaged it`s whole life, can`t figure out why it`s at PNP.

Charlie ☺

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

We are advised to NOT judge ALL Muslims by the actions of a few lunatics, but we are encouraged to judge ALL gun owners by the actions of a few lunatics. Funny how that works

Yes, please.

Tom W

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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.