Hi all, I have searched before and I found a wealth of information that is too much for me to absorb. This is why I am starting a new thread on this. I have a w123 1983 300D Turbo Diesel and I am interested in lowering the RPM by changing the differential ratio. Currently I have the stock differential and I have realized that some other models like the 1980 280 can provide some relief. Are there other years and/or models that have a differential that can provide me the necessary ratios to lower the RPM say at 75mph, so I can get better mileage. I have tweaked the turbo and opened the ALDA so that I am now getting way more horsepower and can pull those gears. "I NEED HELP PLEASE."

The 1985 300D's used a 2.88/1 ratio that will directly bolt-in that car!

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