How to convert shifter - Benzworld.org

verdejor · 04-06-2008, 09:49 AM

I have a column shift car. I am considering changing the tranny. How can I convert the Floor shift transmission to match to the column shifter?

not interested in changing the column to a floor shifter. I like the look and available space.

E-Class Owner · 04-06-2008, 12:38 PM

if you told us what year and model/chassis you are talking about...

Automatic of manual transmission? These kind of details matter a great deal in formulating a proper response.

Thanks,

JR

verdejor · 04-08-2008, 09:04 AM

1972 Mercedes 280SEL. Automatic Column Shift

want to replace current tranny to one I have but the one in car is column shifter and the replacement is a floor shift one.

sorry, didnt quite think it was such a factor. wanted to get a general idea before tackling the job/fabricating if needed.

thanks for the prompt reply.

E-Class Owner · 04-08-2008, 12:49 PM

the differences are in the linkages and connecting pieces, not in the transmissions themselves. MB didn't make one transmission housing for column shift cars and a different housing for floor shift cars.

Your new transmission can be modified to accept the mechanical input from the column shifter. That would be the easiest way to go; however, if you like the aesthetics of the console shifter, you are going to be replacing a bunch of parts, including the steering column shroud and center console piece...

Good luck,

JR

verdejor · 04-09-2008, 05:11 AM

thanks. I think that quite answers the question... But no, I will not be changing my console. I am leaving the column shift operable. DO NOT want a floor shift, which was my concern sincei nstalling the new tranny like it is would require me making a hole to the floor and changing my console.

E-Class Owner · 04-09-2008, 09:10 AM

you are good to go. Are you doing the tranny swap yourself, or having it done at a shop?

As I recall, book time is around 6 hours, but a good tech can do it in 3-4.

Good luck,

JR

verdejor · 04-24-2008, 03:11 AM

thx. I will be doing everything myself (like always) lol. I learn the hard way sometimes, but I get it done! lol

yeah the car has a stock column shift with matchin tranny
the replacement tranny(floor shift) will be converted for column shift.
POSSIBLY throw in a 302 Ford engine, but that's just all talk for now...

mercmad6.3 · 04-26-2008, 01:16 AM

There is only ONE difference,the hole on the shifter arm on the side of the trans. On a floor shift car it's on the forward most hole. On a column shift car the shifter arm has a bolt on extension that lowers the link from the firewall to position closer to the oil pan.
Everything else is the same,column or floor shift.

BTW, a Ford Windsor is a drop in fit,a far better idea than the more common Chev swap which wont clear the steering drag link.

verdejor · 05-02-2008, 06:31 PM

1972 280SE
Need a diagram and even better the link for the online manual for the fuel Pump installation.
Bought this car but the pump and filter were removed and need to ensure it is installed correctly.

thanks!

wbain · 05-02-2008, 09:18 PM

This should get you started:

http://www.detali.ru/cat/oem_mb2.asp...SGR=001&SGN=01

BTW, we also need to know if it's a 6 or an 8.

What are you changing the trans to and why?

Fuel Pump Link

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