[Aussie MB]

Hello Evan,

a very warm welcome!

You can see: it is possible to swap the engine from OM314-4 to OM352a-6 cylinders.

We have some discussions and postings here in the community about this.

In Germany this change is normally not conform with our legal requirements. Our TÜV = technical inspection agency is very strict.

Two points of this discussions I remember:

Because the engine is longer you have to enlarge the frame or replace the tank of the hydraulic system.

The higher torque of the OM352a is perhaps critical for the gearbox.

If you want to make the change, please give us many pictures.

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https://www.trac-technik.de/Forum/forumd...php?fid=12
you have the posibility to tell us something about you.
It is optional!

Your questions are welcome.

Best regards
Franz-Josef

Hi Franz-Josef,

I will put up pictures as I proceed with repairs,

I was in the Army for many years and drove Unimogs regularly,
Hopefully the 6 cylinder and gear box get along in the 800.
I will post pictures as I go and no doubt be asking a lot of questions.

Regards,

Evan.