I'm looking at buying a used 1984 123 wagon that needs cv axles in the back. Can I use the axles out of my old 1981 240d ?

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They are both W123's and the axles are all mix and match. There are two styles of axles used, and you can even mix them on the same vehicle.

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1983 Mercedes W123 240D 4 Speed 285,000 on the road with a 617 turbo, beautiful butter yellow, license plate # 83 240D INDIANA

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FYI, The axle spacers are unique to the axle/differential combination. Use the proper spacer to make sure the retaining clips are snug.

Also, do not swap axle sides. Some early axles are left and right specific.

If there are no oil retention grooves use the axles on the other sides. You may have to do a little checking to make sure you do not have the oil retention grooves on the axles you are using for replacements.

Thanks to all for the info

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His 2000 TDI Jetta 5 speed
Hers 2002 TDI auto Beetle
Toy Mercedes diesel powered 1995 Jeep.
Work 2003 Cummins quad cab 1 ton