Transmission linkage

[Pupcreek]

I just pulled our 280sl out of multi-year (17 to be honest) heated storage and on my second selector change the automatic transmission linkage slipped off the shift pin.  On closer inspection I see the fiber bushing (both ends) deteriorated allowing the shift rod to slip off the bushing and stud.  Short of fabricating these bushings are vendors who might have these parts?

Best regards,
Ed

[Garry]

Either Buds Benz or Millers East or West have them in the USA

[Pupcreek]

Thank you.

[Garry]

Have a read of this post link as it may also relate to your problem
http://www.sl113.org/forums/index.php?topic=19019.0

[Debi]

My Mercedes 2002 430 S shifter locked in park took it out & the linkage cable was broken, have replaced but it is not going in the gears right, need help is there a way to adjust this? To put in park I need to turn off the key first

[ja17]

Hello Debi,

How did you ever find your way to this site with a 2002 MB?  Advice may be a long time coming since these guys all own vintage MB SLs from the 60's and 70s.  Try "The Benz Forum" or "Peach Parts" for your model. I see your a "Buckeye" as am I.  In regards to your problem, I do not know for sure but most likely an adjustment is at one end of the cable or the shift rod.

Good luck!