I have no idea since I don`t live in the LA area, but maybe something in this list. It may not be current as some may be older postings and shops change etc...

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You might contact Mike at Metric Motors in Canoga Park, he may know of good shops that work on the W123, W126, W124 Diesels etc... since he is in the MB engine rebuilding business.


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Charlie

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there were three HP ratings on the OM616...

1) Not much power
2) Even less power
3) Not nearly enough power!! 240D w/auto

Anyone that thinks a 240D is slow drives too fast.

80 240D Naturally Exasperated, 4-Spd 388k DD 150mph spedo 3:58 Diff

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