Usually those parts places can't get a Spitfire hose but let you see what they have and help you select something that is similar ( i.e. right bends and inside diameters, but too long), albeit with a bit of cutting down. Just ask. I've never had a problem getting to the back of the store. A lot of those parts guys enjoy the challenge as most of the time it's a standard part sale for some ford or chevy that they don't have to think about.
Alan Terry L. Thompson wrote: >I spent sunday installing a non OE radiator in my >Spitfire, and came to the conclusion that I need a >special hose to make this thing work. >Specifically, I need a tight 90 deg. bend 1-3/4" >radiator hose. >Trak Auto used to have the coolant hoses where you >could browse and buy. Now that they've gone out of >business, the major parts suppliers (Schlep Boys, >Advanced Auto, NAPA) you have to go to the Parts >Counter and give them a make, model and year before >they will go look for it. >Does anyone know somewhere in MD/DC area that sells a >multitude of radiator hoses that can be browsed on a >rack? >Or if someone out there has an auto parts place that >still sells hoses off of the rack and is willing to >look for me and I'll pay for the item and shipping >plus something for your trouble? Just contact me >off-list. >I'd prefer to browse and buy myself, so that I can get >this done asap. As the car is obviously undrivable >without a hose. But any help or suggestions would be >greatly appreciated. >-Terry /// [EMAIL PROTECTED] mailing list /// Send admin requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/majorcool /// Archives at http://www.team.net/archive /// Send list postings to [EMAIL PROTECTED] /// Edit your replies! If they include this trailer, they will NOT be sent.
