First I obtained a 2.47 diff from a 380 to replace 3.06 originally in my '75 450sl. Following my engine swap I found that the revs were too high and my first two gears were almost unusable. I repainted the casing and changed the three seals(one input and two output).
Next I rebuilt the axles using Astoria cone kit which worked beautifully. I did have to purchase the special clamp tool but it was only $10.
At the same time I cleaned the subframe, coated it with one coat of KBS and one of Rustoleum gloss black paint.
Next I replaced trailing arm bushings as well as subframe and diff mounts.
Next I rebuilt the axles using Astoria cone kit which worked beautifully. I did have to purchase the special clamp tool but it was only $10.
At the same time I cleaned the subframe, coated it with one coat of KBS and one of Rustoleum gloss black paint.
Next I replaced trailing arm bushings as well as subframe and diff mounts.
