ok, im a moron....i reached into the bore and the metal sleeve just pulled right out...it looked like it was part of the tranny at first glance....so im good to go....ill be back in a little while to let you guys know how it went, hopefully ill be back in business

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1985 300SD 192,000miles...Astral silver/ Grey MbTex

1983 300D 194,000miles...White/Tan MbTex...my newest addiction