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Originally Posted by Mylesofsmyles
I'm curious, it's clearly been done before, but nobody seems forthcoming with the conversion's obstacles.
I find E420's all over my local yards, with untouched engines & transmissions.
How far from bolt-in is the M119 and trans, into a w123?
Can anyone link me to some documented builds, or information regarding the conversion?
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What does seem clear is that knowledge of such a swap isn't coming to mind among folks on this forum. The OP is correct about engine bay length, however, the 123 chassis, like the 114/115 chassis, was never intended to have a V engine, let alone a DOHC V engine. The distance between front suspension components, and structural inner panels was intended for inline engines. First step: don your Lewis & Clark attire. Second step: measure the engine bay of the 123, and one of the M119s that you have tripped over. Third step: review your pioneering urges.