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300SDL Manual drive shaft - W126Lover - 06-12-2012
I have a 5 speed manual transmission that i got from a 190e 2.6. I bolts right up to my OM603 but the drive shaft from the auto is too short and i cant find any drive shafts for a manual w126 in US. Does anyone know where i can find a drive shaft that will work? I really need one! Thanks
RE: 300SDL Manual drive shaft - aaa - 06-12-2012
I imagine you'd have to modify one. How long is your auto shaft? It's a long shot but maybe a w124 shaft works or would be easier to modify.
RE: 300SDL Manual drive shaft - Kozuka - 06-12-2012
There is a stock 5-speed 300e that driveshaft would be the right size but your better off measuring and taking your auto driveshaft to be modified at a driveshaft shop. Where it can be balanced and you can properly install it and it will be a hell of alot cheaper and easier then tracking down a rare piece. I have a feeling that the driveshaft flex plates are different auto to manual in W201/W124.
RE: 300SDL Manual drive shaft - willbhere4u - 06-12-2012
I would be surprised if the w124 drive shaft would fit a w126 long wheel base?
I was going to have mine modified when I get my 6spd in my 87 300sdl
RE: 300SDL Manual drive shaft - aaa - 06-13-2012
Ah the long wheelbase, that guarantees having to lengthen it huh.