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NZ230

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Parts advice
« on: July 31, 2024, 05:20:33 »
Hello I am NZ and looking to refurbish my hardtop. I need a full set of seals for the hardtop and chrome. I am travelling to the US next week and to save on shipping costs was planning to pick up there. Who is a good US supplier of the above? Or shall I chance my arm with eBay? Thanks!

Duncan200

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Re: Parts advice
« Reply #1 on: July 31, 2024, 06:41:23 »
I went to the states 2 years ago and purchased all the seals OE from Buds Benz and had them shipped to me whilst I was staying in Seattle.

When I returned home and some months later, I noticed the push in seals on the rear quarter windows were supplied short and David Latham had no issue in sending me replacements directly to Australia.

I also made a large purchase from Authentic Classics at the same time, so either of those two businesses would be my recommendation.

Doug.
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Pawel66

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Re: Parts advice
« Reply #2 on: July 31, 2024, 07:45:10 »
I would buy all rubber I can get from Classic Center. I bought it here in Europe from the dealer, but not sure if this would work in the US.
Everything was a perfect fit for the hard top.
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