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Old 05-03-2018, 09:49 AM
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Just waiting on parts from our host, went to remove the back brake flex lines and just rounded out the fitting, and some of the fuel and SLS lines looked pitted. So I dropped the rear subframe to replace everything and do a good clean up under there as well. I don't want any rust at all on this car when I am done! Had a heck of a time getting the front subframe mount bolts out. Had to rip the mounts apart by spinning the bolt. I guess they didn't bother to grease the bolts when installing them.
Von, did you uses a spring compressor to remove the subframe, or can you just support the differential and release the shocks or SLS struts at the the top and disconnect and lower things as you go?
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Old 05-03-2018, 10:14 AM
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Awesome cars in your fleet, Von. Those BBS rims look fantastic on the wagon and CD. If you ever are looking to sell the CD give a forum member the first crack!
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Old 05-03-2018, 10:14 PM
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Awesome cars in your fleet, Von. Those BBS rims look fantastic on the wagon and CD. If you ever are looking to sell the CD give a forum member the first crack!
Thanks for the kind words, If I ever decide to sell I will post it here for sale. But I don't see it happening in the near future, it is just too much fun to drive!
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Old 05-03-2018, 10:11 PM
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Von, did you uses a spring compressor to remove the subframe, or can you just support the differential and release the shocks or SLS struts at the the top and disconnect and lower things as you go?
On the back I don't use the spring compressor when removing the whole subframe. I just pull all the mounts and lower it with a jack that supports the whole thing. Once lowered a bit the springs can be pulled right out. It is the front springs that you need the compressor for sure. I pull the shocks or SLS struts before lowering the subframe.
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Old 06-11-2017, 01:48 AM
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As much as I hate seeing you doing this swap, I am very glad you are putting the time in doing these rust repairs on the body.


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Old 06-22-2017, 08:05 AM
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Replaced the fuel, brake and SLS lines going to the rear, and repainted the rear subframe after removing any surface rust. Put the motor in yesterday, and plan on getting everything hooked up today. Hope to be able to start it by the weekend!
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Old 06-27-2017, 07:12 PM
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Replaced the fuel, brake and SLS lines going to the rear, and repainted the rear subframe after removing any surface rust. Put the motor in yesterday, and plan on getting everything hooked up today. Hope to be able to start it by the weekend!
Did you get a wagon head for the sls?
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Old 06-27-2017, 11:08 PM
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Did you get a wagon head for the sls?
The motor I put into the coupe came out of a 81' wagon, which only had 84k miles on it when I parted it out. I wish the motor in my 85' wagon ran as smooth as this one does!
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Old 06-27-2017, 04:23 PM
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Well it runs and drives now! The 5 speed works quite well with the turbo diesel motor, as there is plenty of pickup with it. I'm glad I kept the 3.58/1 rearend in it, as it cruses nice in forth gear for around town, and fifth is fine for the highway.
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Old 06-27-2017, 05:31 PM
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Congratulations! That'll make you a nice car! The 300 will pull a 307 gear alright at least it was fine here in Indiana. With a five speed and 307 if driven at moderate speeds we got a couple of tanks at 40 mpg with our little 82 300CD with five manual.

Good luck to you!
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Old 06-27-2017, 06:35 PM
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Beautifully done, stunning wagon as well there. Got any more pictures of it?
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Old 06-27-2017, 06:42 PM
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Beautifully done, stunning wagon as well there. Got any more pictures of it?
Here is one for you! I have a lot of photos of my restoration of the wagon, but I don't want to clog up this thread with too many photos of my wagon.
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1973 Unimog 416 Doka
1980 Unimog 416 Doka
1981 Unimog 416 Doka
1984 Euro 280CE w/diesel conversion
1985 300TD Estate wagon
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http://vonsmog.com
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Old 06-27-2017, 06:48 PM
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stunning, I love BBS rims on w123's
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1997 E290 Turbo Diesel Wagon -traded for above
1992 BMW 525i -traded in
1990 Silver 300TE -hated the M103
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Old 06-28-2017, 05:47 AM
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Cool!
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Old 07-07-2017, 05:25 PM
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Well its done!!! well other than I have to swap in a tach from a diesel, but I'm calling it done. Should get my plates next week, and I have a line on another set of BBS rims like I have on the wagon!
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