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
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