1980 300sd w116 normal engine rpm on freeway?

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Jun 18, 2005 | 06:17 AM

grish

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1980 300sd w116 normal engine rpm on freeway?

these have a 4 speed automatic right? curious what the engine rpm should be if on the freeway @ 55, 65, 75. also wondering how high these can rev safley.

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Jun 21, 2005 | 07:01 PM

MB/TECHMAN

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RE: 1980 300sd w116 normal engine rpm on freeway?

you can go 80 mph all day

Jun 21, 2005 | 10:38 PM

Buck

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RE: 1980 300sd w116 normal engine rpm on freeway?

They start out in second gear. Mine is running about 3600 RPM's at 60 MPH

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