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Michaelg

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changing from automatic transmission to manual 4 speed
« on: May 04, 2016, 11:43:58 »
I understand that a few of you have replaced your automatic transmissions with manual transmissions in your pagodas.
I would like to do the same with my 1970 280 SL.
I will need all the advice i can get!!!
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ja17

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Re: changing from automatic transmission to manual 4 speed
« Reply #1 on: May 11, 2016, 04:08:14 »
Lots of parts required.............. complete hydraulic system for the clutch with pedal assembly, flywheel, transmission, front drive shaft half, shifter assembly, complete clutch assembly and some wiring modifications to start with. Best to find a parts car with everything you need before you begin.
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Joe Alexander
Blacklick, Ohio
1969 Dark Olive 280SL
2002 ML55 AMG (tow vehicle)
2002 SLK32 AMG (350 hp)
1982 300TD Wagon turbo 4spd.
1963 404 Mercedes Unimog (Swedish Army)
1989 flu419 Mercedes Unimog (US Army)
1998 E430
1974 450SLC Rally
1965 220SE Finback

Shvegel

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Re: changing from automatic transmission to manual 4 speed
« Reply #2 on: May 23, 2016, 01:05:13 »
As Joe stated many parts. I wanted to add that many of the parts are interchangeable from sedans of the era.  However, the transmission shift setup on top of the transmission is SL only.  The shift rod on the transmission drops down further on the SL gearbox. The shifter lever in the car is also SL only but is currently available from Mercedes. 
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