I am shipping the first KIt to Lantana today .... He says he will have it installed for the Dragon


As I finished the development and starting building this KIt, it became more and more clear that I had severely underestimated my cost in terms of materials and time (that's what I get for being a perfectionist). However, I will stick to the price of $145 (plus shipping and any Paypal fee) for the first 15 kits (which will cover most members here who have expressed sincere interest up to this point) . After that, I expect the price will be closer to $195.

I am attaching some Pics of the Kit I am sending Lantana. It should be clear from the pics that this is a refined solution without compromise. Plug and play where possible, 4 separate harnesses make installation simple, straightforward and secure.

I will have some shifter and steering wheel how-to photos with instructions available with the kit. And I may entertain the idea of modifying wheels and shifters for a reasonable price.

You will need to purchase the (rocker) paddle switches. The Mercedes Benz part number 1712670046 (for the kit of 2. up and down) is what i used (and recommended) and can be purchased from OE DISCOUNT PARTS for $104 (including shipping)
OE Discount Parts

For those who don't want to or cant add the 8-32 helicoils to the switches , I am trying to source the correct screws (thread forming for plastic). MBZ does not seem to have a part number for it (checked the EPC and with 2 dealerships).



There are 13 of the 15 left, (32Krazy already bought his too). I will PM to the first 13 members here who have expressed sincere interest up to this point asking if they are ready to push the button.

EDIT 9-16-11
added pic of rocker switch cut-out-template .... i will include one with each kit. Also shown is a "tool" I'm tossing in that simplifies floor-shifter dis-assembly.

Chris