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W124 300E 6 Speed 716.638 Manual Transmission Swap
I figured I would start this thread to propose my project, collect information, and share my progress.
I have an '86 300E "AMG" sedan with an automatic transmission. Automatics are fine, but I genuinely prefer manuals whenever I have an option, plus I like things that are uncommon. My '63 220SE is a 4 speed column shifted manual and I love it. My goal is to 5 speed swap my '77 280SE, and swap this '86 300E with a 6 speed manual so I can have 4-5-6 across my fleet. This might not be everyone's cup of tea, but I think it suits my driving style and taste perfectly. Last night, a friend dropped off a nice 716.638 6 speed manual from a W203 at my house. My understanding is that this transmission will bolt right up to the M103, but I still need to obtain the following: M103 single mass flywheel M103 or Sprinter clutch for single mass flywheels W126 or W124 V8 model speedometer so I can connect the cluster to the new transmission electronically Lengthened driveshaft Pedal box for W124 or W201 Clutch hydraulics Shift linkage From reading other threads, here or elsewhere, I understand that there may be an issue with clearance - there is a "rib" on the top of the tunnel that can come in contact with the bellhousing, as well as the transmission mount that may need to be spaced down or relocated. I do not have a shift linkage yet, but from a 6MT 300TD build video that I saw, I may have to shorten the stock one, or adapt another one from a BMW to get it to line up with the stock opening in the tunnel. If you have any thoughts or experience with this swap, please let me know. I am open to your ideas, and I am also looking for parts if you have them. Thanks in advance!
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1963 Mercedes-Benz W111 220SE | 1965 Mercedes-Benz W111 220S 1966 Volvo 122S Wagon | 1969 Volvo 1800S 1972 Mercedes-Benz W108 280SE 4.5 | 1977 Mercedes-Benz W116 280SE "Rude Benz" 1986 Mercedes-Benz W124 300E AMG | 1996 Volvo 960 Wagon |
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