Anyone done an Engine conversion on a 240 MBZ?

Anyone done an Engine conversion on a 240 MBZ?

08-24-2002, 09:46 PM

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Anyone done an Engine conversion on a 240 MBZ?

I have a pretty cherry '77 240D MBZ. The body is real good and it has NO power windows,sunroof,or climate control. Very simple and basic. The engine runs ok(137,000mi) but the cam is wearing a little on #4 cyl. The Auto trans is a little finnicky...It can slip occasionally. I have thought of transplanting a 4.3 Chevy V6 and a turbo 350 auto trans. I would have to change the rear end to a higher ratio (3.07 to 1 out of a turbo 300). I think it would make a neat car as the 240's handled good and the 4.3 should move it right along. The 4.3 is a pretty bullit proof engine and can be had cheaply! The 240 with an automatic is kind of a SLUG!!

Any of you guys done any conversions on one? Give me your thoughts. Chris

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