Well not surprising at all but this idea is morphing again in the hopes of a fast(enough) manual trans diesel vehicle i can pile **** into and tow a reasonable amount with. I'm over the om617 plan. Just too weak and the 4 speed is an issue gearing wise. I picked up a 6 speed 716.668 from a c230 kompressor with the m111 supercharged engine. It bolts up to the om603 in my 300sdl directly. Now looking the floor of the w126 above the trans in it I can see why I can't find anyone who has done this swap. This 6 speed trans has a pretty high rear section including the shifter and I think it's going to I need some surgery to fit in the tunnel. This w126 is just terrible enough to mercilessly hack up to make it work so I can do a much better and cleaner job on the next one.

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