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Originally Posted by VT220D
Here ya go!
The W115 pedal fits on the W123 bracket. The pivots are the same. But there are significant differences. The W123 pedal is a complex shape and the W115 is straight. The biggest problem is length since the W115 pedal is shorter. I took several pictures and in each I tried to keep the pedal heights or pivot heights the same.
The picture through the booster opening is deceiving. The W115 pedal is offset to the top of the image as would be expected.
If you use the upper portion of the W115 pedal and weld it to the lower part of the W123 pedal you might get what you need.
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YES, we are on the same sheet of music. That is the problem with the W123 pedal arm design at least at the pivot point. It does not permit the pushrod being re-located.
I am OK with a shorter pedal at this point, although it does negate the change in pedal ratio. Welding in a 1" or 2" section should be easy. As for the relationship of the pushrod as it exits the firewall, it really doesnt matter if it no longer "matches" the OEM design because the plate can accomodate for any shifting of the MC because the holes can be drilled and taped where you need them. Take a look at the thick plate, and you'll see how the plate had to be made to accomodate the "relocation" of the MC. The problem is I cannot figure out how to get a 6:1 ratio and not grind the housing apart. That is why I abandoned that.