Wanted: wheels, lower radiator hose for a 409

[pasini s]

Hello Dorien,

sadly, I have not found any original steel wheels for my 409, that's why I am adapting Mercedes steel 16x6" rims.

The brake hoses have been checked and replaced in April 2010 when the brake servo collapsed; I'll have then checked again when I shall bring my 409 back to the brake/chassis specialists at Frenatutto.

We have tried many hoses but we didn't find any that could be adapted here in Italy: the one of the first series Range Rover looked perfect....until they tried to refit the power steering belt. Thus I am looking for a new one once again.

Thanks

Stefano

[browning l]

Stefano, I have to tell you how much I admire your two-tone paint job, as we refer to such here in the States.

It's extremely elegant to my eyes.

I once had a '71 M-B with a factory paint job along those lines...taken in '71.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d1...g?t=1300111433

I was 40 years younger then!

[GREG]

Lou, I think you will overexcite Cassien if you post any more pictures like that !

Nice Taxi though.....

[pasini s]

Thank you for your kind words! I really like the idea of a two-tone paint job in a classic car. After all, the contrast of color between the body and top has the same effect and emotion that we all love in a classic convertible.

I must also admit that I like your picture and that Mercedes, but, alas, I am a Mercedes owner and an admirer of the Marque as well....

Cheers

Stefano

Originally Posted by browning l

Stefano, I have to tell you how much I admire your two-tone paint job, as we refer to such here in the States.

It's extremely elegant to my eyes.

I once had a '71 M-B with a factory paint job along those lines...taken in '71.

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d1...g?t=1300111433

I was 40 years younger then!

[GREG]

Maybe these people can solve your hose problem

BRISTOL CARS PART 405 TOP & BOTTOM WATER HOSE KIT. on eBay (end time 07-Apr-11 18:20:15 BST)