Mercedes Benz repair: 71 Mercedes SE, mercedes benz club, litre engine

Question
1971 Mercedes SE 3.5 litre engine trans: 7221.1 or W4B 025.
Problem: Harsh apply in drive. No mercedes dealers seem to be able to fix the problem.
Chicago Il.

Answer
I would suggest you join the Chicagoland Section of the Mercedes-Benz Club of America, they have great local contacts for repair shops.
http://www.mbclub.com/contact_us.htm

Here are some links that may help with your issue.

Transmission:
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/showthread.php?t=142395

Illinois
http://www.mercedesshop.com/shopforum/forumdisplay.php?f=44