Author Topic: 3.27 rear end  (Read 1052 times)

zdr

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3.27 rear end
« on: April 18, 2023, 20:06:25 »
Hi - am looking to replace my '69 280SL 4.08 rear end with something more compatible with highway cruising, such as 3.27 or 3.69.
Thanks

rwmastel

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Re: 3.27 rear end
« Reply #1 on: April 18, 2023, 20:39:12 »
A lot of people do the 3.27, but if you find a 3.69 first, don't shy away from it.  I have a 3.75 in my 230SL and it's fine.  I don't try to cruise at 85mph.  It's noisy at 70mph, but it's an old car and the character is half the fun.
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Peter

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Re: 3.27 rear end
« Reply #2 on: April 18, 2023, 21:13:55 »
Table transmission versus speed.(reed 2.27 for 2.25),
Important is the quality of the engine. In good condition 3.27 for a 280SL is no problem.