Hi, I'm trying to help a "starving college kid" son of a good friend of mine. He has a 79 240D Automatic which just threw a rod, unfortunately. We have located a '76 240D at a shop with what is supposed to be a good engine, but the shop is giving mixed messages as to whether the engine from the 76 will fit the 79.

Can you tell me what I should check/note/look for on the '76 to determine whether it's swappable? We can note VIN's, take photos, or whatever is needed.

Thanks in advance, my experience is all with the 606 in my '95, but my friends look at me as the "MB diesel expert"... I have to try to live up to their expectations!

Rgds,
Chris W.
'95 E300D, 264K