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Getrag 265 5-speed + OM617 - CRD4x4 - 10-02-2012
Hi all!
I couldn't pass up a getrag 265 that was for sale locally so now I'm a proud owner of a strong 5-speed.
Now, how to mate it to my OM617?
I have a flywheel housing from a 300GD (R1100111545). Will this help me in any way with an adaptation?
I'm looking, specifically, for a bellhousing that'll bolt up. If none exist, then I'm open to other LOW BUDGET solutions.
Also, does anyone know off hand if the 265 used a mechanical or electronic speedo?
RE: Getrag 265 5-speed + OM617 - Simpler=Better - 10-02-2012
We can make an adapter plate, finding the big piece of 3/4" alum is going to be tough though...
RE: Getrag 265 5-speed + OM617 - DeliveryValve - 10-02-2012
The Getrag 265 would be the transmission of my choice. It's much, much stronger than the 717.400. I'm actually thinking I would go with this transmission instead of my .400.... That is if one ever shows up at my local yards.
So far my plan would be to get a bellhousing from an "Iron box" 4 speed. Make an adapter plate between the 265 body and Iron box bellhousing and machine a bushing to lengthen the input shaft to meet up with the pilot bearing. Then cut down or lengthen BMW shifter assembly to work in a w123. All is left is to fabricate or adapt BMW trans mount and figure out the driveshaft flange. I think this project is totally doable. The only problem is the Getrag 265 supply is getting scarce, but not as scarce as the 717.400.
The 265 does come with a mechanical speedo. There are two version so this trans. The 5 speed overdrive and the dog-leg close ratio non-overdrive unit.
Good luck, I hope you post up your install of this trans.
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RE: Getrag 265 5-speed + OM617 - NapaBavarian - 02-17-2013
Let me know how this works out, I have considered this before as well and have parts