Getrag 265 5-speed + OM617
Getrag 265 5-speed + OM617
I couldn't pass up a getrag 265 that was for sale locally so now I'm a proud owner of a strong 5-speed.
Now, how to mate it to my OM617?
I have a flywheel housing from a 300GD (R1100111545). Will this help me in any way with an adaptation?
I'm looking, specifically, for a bellhousing that'll bolt up. If none exist, then I'm open to other LOW BUDGET solutions.
Also, does anyone know off hand if the 265 used a mechanical or electronic speedo?
'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project
Hi all!
I couldn't pass up a getrag 265 that was for sale locally so now I'm a proud owner of a strong 5-speed.
Now, how to mate it to my OM617?
I have a flywheel housing from a 300GD (R1100111545). Will this help me in any way with an adaptation?
I'm looking, specifically, for a bellhousing that'll bolt up. If none exist, then I'm open to other LOW BUDGET solutions.
Also, does anyone know off hand if the 265 used a mechanical or electronic speedo?
'05 Jeep Liberty CRD - 160k
'06.5 VW Jetta TDI - 230k
'82 MB 300TD - 116k (motor going to raysorenson)
'81 MB 300TD - 195k (parting out)
'71 Jeep DJ5 - diesel conversion project
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
10-02-2012, 03:30 PM #2We can make an adapter plate, finding the big piece of 3/4" alum is going to be tough though...
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
So far my plan would be to get a bellhousing from an "Iron box" 4 speed. Make an adapter plate between the 265 body and Iron box bellhousing and machine a bushing to lengthen the input shaft to meet up with the pilot bearing. Then cut down or lengthen BMW shifter assembly to work in a w123. All is left is to fabricate or adapt BMW trans mount and figure out the driveshaft flange. I think this project is totally doable. The only problem is the Getrag 265 supply is getting scarce, but not as scarce as the 717.400.
The 265 does come with a mechanical speedo. There are two version so this trans. The 5 speed overdrive and the dog-leg close ratio non-overdrive unit.
Good luck, I hope you post up your install of this trans.
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Gota love Mercedes Diesels!
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DeliveryValve
10-02-2012, 04:23 PM #3The Getrag 265 would be the transmission of my choice. It's much, much stronger than the 717.400. I'm actually thinking I would go with this transmission instead of my .400.... That is if one ever shows up at my local yards.
So far my plan would be to get a bellhousing from an "Iron box" 4 speed. Make an adapter plate between the 265 body and Iron box bellhousing and machine a bushing to lengthen the input shaft to meet up with the pilot bearing. Then cut down or lengthen BMW shifter assembly to work in a w123. All is left is to fabricate or adapt BMW trans mount and figure out the driveshaft flange. I think this project is totally doable. The only problem is the Getrag 265 supply is getting scarce, but not as scarce as the 717.400.
The 265 does come with a mechanical speedo. There are two version so this trans. The 5 speed overdrive and the dog-leg close ratio non-overdrive unit.
Good luck, I hope you post up your install of this trans.
.
Gota love Mercedes Diesels!
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NapaBavarian
02-17-2013, 02:01 PM #4Let me know how this works out, I have considered this before as well and have parts
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