Thread: Why are the speedo's on these older Mercedes so far off?
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Old 06-24-2010, 12:52 AM
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Originally Posted by graydonblair View Post
Based on what I'm finding (617.952--not .951 engine and tranny that doesn't match what went in an 85 300SD), I wouldn't be surprised if the rear end was different too.

Any tips on finding out which rear end is in mine? (ie. where to look?)
The differential is stamped. On the bottom left corner you'll see a small flat spot, clean that off very good and you'll see the ratio.
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1985 300TD Turbo Euro-wagon
1979 280CE 225,200 miles
1985 300D Turbo 264,000 miles
1976 240D 190,000 miles
1979 300TD 220,000

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1976 300D 195,300 miles
1983 300D Turbo 175,000 miles

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