dieseldiehard,


The axle for a W115 and W123 is the *same* axle except the bolt size. As for reliablity- most the c-clip failures unlike GM stuff, is due to a poor replacement where the c-clip was damaged.

GM stuff, the axle sideloads are carried by the diff. On a mercedes, the outer wheel brg assy takes the load. Diff c-clip doesn't see the load.

For W124's being safer... ahhhh. Yes, the W124 axle bolts to a flange that in the diff. But, look what holds that flange into the diff- the same c-clip. It's the *same* design.

Homokinetic and Angular style axles will fit all W123's and W115's. I've done it!

For finding which side. The axle should have zero rotational play. If I was there- I could tell you by driving. I could also tell you if brought me the axles.

Michael

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Michael McGuire
83 300d
01 vw A4 TDI
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