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W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: Benz Dr. on February 26, 2016, 00:28:28

Title: paint code for transmission
Post by: Benz Dr. on February 26, 2016, 00:28:28

I'm about to paint a 230SL transmission and I was wondering if anyone had the paint code. It appears to be light green similar to army surplus.

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: pagodarune on February 26, 2016, 10:26:49

I asked the same question to the Classic Center in Germany, they answered: "Normal black, the color paint like the axles and engine". I replied that my transmission was greenish grey, and not repainted. The reply was one word: "Black", accompanied by a picture from Koellner with a black transmission.

I am quite sure that my transmission was "greenish" gray, but I have not been able to find the color code.

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: jameshoward on February 26, 2016, 11:21:41

I am certain that Hans or Achim will have the answer to hand, Dan, but I can confirm that it ain't black. Mine is un-repainted and it's a sort of mossy green (but not an Army green!)  ::)

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: Benz Dr. on February 26, 2016, 16:56:21

I agree, it's not black and it's not army surplus but it is light green in colour.  I suppose I could have flange behind the throw out bearing scanned and get a paint code from that. That thing has never seen the light of day so it should be as close to the correct colour as I'll ever find.

  I will share this code if I'm able to come up with something.

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: Jonny B on February 26, 2016, 17:26:50

Here is one link for Motoring Investments that shows a 4 speed transmission.
http://motoringinvestments.com/20c-silverblue-fully-restored-1-280sl/

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: ja17 on February 26, 2016, 22:48:33

Yes, I agree on the green/grey color. However I cannot say for sure that MB was consistent in using this color for all the years. Rustoleum "sage green" #249094 is fairly close if you are not too picky.

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: Benz Dr. on February 26, 2016, 23:24:52

I'm reasonably sure that most were this green colour. I'll try that paint and see how it looks. Thanks Joe.

Title: Re: paint code for transmission
Post by: Shvegel on February 27, 2016, 02:32:30

Ditzler DP40 epoxy is close to that too.  Scroll down to see the pictures:

http://1970boss302.blogspot.com/2013/02/interior-floor-trunk-priming.html