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Originally Posted by M. Obermayr
A few questions that I have are:
If we went the engine swap route, what hitches could we expect to run into?
Would we have to fab custom engine mounts?
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Probably
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Are there adaptors available?
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I doubt it
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Would the mounts just fit?
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I doubt it
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Would it bolt up to the existing transmission?
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Maybe
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Would we need an adaptor plate, and if so, where could we get one?
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Custom fabrication
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Since I have easy access to a 240D 4-speed, would it be easier to install it with the new engine?
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Probably
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If I did that would the driveshaft mate OK or would we have to custom make a driveshaft?
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It would probably need a custom length driveshaft
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Is it possible to put in an injection pump from a 1982 240D? What sort of a job is that? What are the book hours? Worth it? My friend is trying to save money.
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I seriously doubt it.
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As far as just getting the vehicle running, do you have any suggestions for what to do? What are the likely suspects? Gum, goo, rustflake in pump?
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Stuck plungers in the IP. Take a look at the post about halfway down the page HERE by benzgirl
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Please shed some light on the subject so this beauty can see the light of day.
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I beg of you not to ruin a nice original example of one of these cars by running it on garbage.
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1979 240D- 316K miles - VGT Turbo, Intercooler, Stick Shift, Many Other Mods - Daily Driver
1982 300SD - 232K miles - Wife's Daily Driver
1986 560SL - Wife's red speed machine
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