300d Manual transmission swap FYI

[EJHumber]

Just a quick FYI regarding the transmission cross-member for anybody doing a manual transmission swap on their w123 300d. As most of you know when you do this swap you have to either modify the cross member or find the correct one in a junkyard(either a Euro 300d, Or 240d auto mount) Since I didnt want to do some hack modification to the existing mount, and I couldn't find a automatic 240d in any local junk yard, I decided to see if I could get the correct cross member from the dealer. I am pleased to say that Not only was I able to get the correct part, but it also was not that terribly expensive and worth it in my opinion to do the swap correctly. I have posted a few pictures but in case they dont show up The part # is 123 242 07 01 and the cost was right around $60.
You can also see in the picture the comparison between the 300d auto mount and the 300d Manual mount. Anyway, Hope this helps someone make there swap go a little bit easier. Now to deal with the shifter rods...