c320 Coupe getting an SLK 32 Engine and Trans & Converter

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Jun 1, 2022 | 10:13 PM
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I'm a retired repair shop owner and a Mercedes nut. I bought a nice c320 Coupe and then and SLK 32 AMG. I'm doing an engine swap thrn I will sell the SLK and keep the Coupe
It has coilovers and Brembo brakes so it also has a wheen package - 245 40 18 / 255 40 18 with Michilen Sport cup tires.

Asid from the oil pans, front cooler and some other niggles its a fairly easy swap - HOWEVER, I need some info on the C32 oil pump because I can't use the SLK high volume pump do to the pickup location so I found a C32 pump in Germany and it looks like it will fit just fine but it looks the same as the stock oil pump, only difference is the drive gear.

I NEED the oil tube O-ring and the one-way valve that goes in to the block between the oil pump and the block. Its plastic with a spring and it got eaten by the pump but but stayed in the chambers (plastic). I hate to go to the dealer for parts and FCPEuro is not a good source. Any other expert MB Parts stores that you all can recommend?

Thanks - Will start posting pictures this week as its all apart - both engines on the floor getting pans and pumps swapped.

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Jun 2, 2022 | 12:02 AM
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Sounds interesting, I’ll be watching for sure. Good luck with the project
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Jun 3, 2022 | 11:34 PM
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I own a C32 AMG Sportcoupe if you need some pictures or anything else for reference send me a message.
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Jun 5, 2022 | 10:17 AM
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Would definitely like to see them - I see your in Peru. Maybe, I will take a drive from Sarasota Florida and stop and see you on the way to Machu Picchu

Did you buy this car new - wasit a conversion? Nice to have met you!!
Capt. Greg
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Jun 12, 2022 | 02:59 PM
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How is the project coming along? Any pics of the process?
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Jun 12, 2022 | 03:27 PM
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Im stuck on the harness - I have to male main harness 8 pin connector. My donar car is a 2002 SLK32 AMG - my can isa C320 Coupe

Also the Os sendors are short due the the fuse boxes being on opposite sides so that's an issue right now

Any pix of help would be fantastic!

Pix coming soon

Capt. Greg
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