The ring is confirmed cracked, seen on a hoist. I kind of suspected I had more in play, but everything happened at once. Right now I pulled my w123 out of winter sleep and out it on the road.

Right now it appears the ring isnt available here as a stand alone part. It can be ordered on eBay, or direcrly, from UK vendors.

I haven't found the rear axles on any of the parts sites (My mechanic is on the fence whether it's worth it to replace the ring alone.)

Thanks for the input.

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