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any non w124 transmissions (manual) able to fit into a w124 (say 300ce)

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Old Jul 6, 2009 | 12:36 AM
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1988 300ce
any non w124 transmissions (manual) able to fit into a w124 (say 300ce)
I'm trying to determine any possible options as to transmission that are an alternative to the classic 4 speed in my 88' 300ce. I need a manual somehow in there, I love the car and feel like an auto just isn't doing it justice, this being my project vehicle and all. ANY and all ideas will be appreciated.
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Old Jul 6, 2009 | 01:01 AM
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1990 300ce 24v I6
Tremec from the Dodge viper is supposedly a fairly simple swap.
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Old Jul 7, 2009 | 01:21 AM
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The manuals out the early 190E's work but you need a longer drive shaft then the 190E's to make it work.
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Old Jul 7, 2009 | 12:58 PM
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You can also use the 6-speed from an M111 powered SLK or C230 Sport. You will have to fabricate a trans mount and drive shaft but the trans will bolt right up to an M103 or M104 engine.
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Old Jul 11, 2009 | 12:24 PM
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couldn't you just install manual transmission from a donor w124? if the auto box is your only problem?
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In the states here its next to impossible to find 5 speed W124's. The 190e 5spd tranny will fit as stated above but you also need (correct me if I'm wrong) to locate a single mass flywheel in order to mate it up to your M103 properly. What fun a 5spd would be....
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I have a 88 260E 5 speed..i have a problem with the car starting but when it starts..is sweet...looking to get $1900 for the car.If you have the cash and the heart to tear it down let me know
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Go to 190revolution.com and there are a few 190s with 5 speed transmissions from other cars.
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Originally Posted by YNVDIZW124
Go to 190revolution.com and there are a few 190s with 5 speed transmissions from other cars.
True, but that is the easy part. Single mass flywheels from a 2.3-16v are next to impossible to find.
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My tranny is starting to act up where it shifts only when I let up on the rpms, doesn't want to shift too well when it gets so hot, and well that pisses me off at times, so has anybody here rebuilt a tranny before? Is it that bad of a headache? I see somebody mention a tranny from a M111 or from a 190E are these bolt on for automatics too??? Any additionals accessories needed if so? And aren't those tranny ment for smaller cars? Any other trannys to pick from or stronger or bigger???
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Originally Posted by appatula
True, but that is the easy part. Single mass flywheels from a 2.3-16v are next to impossible to find.
Surely if you get the part number you can just order one from your local Mercedes dealer?!?!?!?!?

Mercedes is very good about making parts for all thier cars for a long time.
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Surely if you get the part number you can just order one from your local Mercedes dealer?!?!?!?!?

Mercedes is very good about making parts for all thier cars for a long time.
Yes, but in that case your transmission will be worth more than your car. STEALERship.
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Originally Posted by zebinheimer
I'm trying to determine any possible options as to transmission that are an alternative to the classic 4 speed in my 88' 300ce. I need a manual somehow in there, I love the car and feel like an auto just isn't doing it justice, this being my project vehicle and all. ANY and all ideas will be appreciated.
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"88 300CE- First Year Production
That link isn't working for me!!!
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All Cars Lost To Hurricane Isaac (W124 E420 revived - added 88 Allante 14 S550, 17 S63
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That link isn't working for me!!!
Sorry....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Merce...=p4506.c0.m245

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"88 300CE- First Year Production
So who bought it???
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