AC 428 Spare Parts & Possible Sources

[Classicus]

Spare Parts & Possible Sources
   
   Out of interest I started trying to find as many old postings as possible listing owners who'd found and given sources for Frua spare parts in the past. Although there are probably quite a few finding them was a different matter, in fact most listed below were only posted recently, so I thought it might make life a little easier if there was some sort of central list. So if anyone's interested and wants to add a few more spare parts and their sources into the thread feel free, I can then insert them as Edits into the top list later on.
   
   For what it's worth ? []
   
   Paul
   
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   Sources found to date:
   
   UK:
   Andy Shepherd. Brian Eacott. Brooklands. Hawk Cars. GA Fabrications.
   
   
   Spare parts listed are from the UK, unless stated otherwise.
   
   A:
   
   
   
   
   B:
   Bumpers: Harringtons
   Badge rear: Hawk Cars.
   Badge nose: Andy Shepherd
   Badges Frua (front wing), Germany: Stefan Dierkes <info at pietro-frua dot de>
   Bonnet springs: MGB GT Tailgate
   
   C:
   Chrome trim:
   
   
   
   D:
   Door handles: ClassicAlfa.com.
   
   
   
   E:
   
   
   
   
   F:
   
   
   
   
   G:
   
   
   
   
   H:
   Headlights:
   Carello. Possibly from the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti/Super ?
   http://www.motorbase.com/profiles/vehicle/picture.ehtml?i=65;p=873378857
   http://www.aroc-uk.com/club/about-aroc.htm
   
   
   I:
   Indicators front: Brian Eacott. Volkswagen Type 34 Karmann Ghia (1960s)
   
   
   
   J:
   
   
   
   K:
   
   
   
   L:
   
   
   
   
   M:
   
   
   
   N:
   
   
   
   O:
   
   
   
   P:
   
   
   
   Q:
   Quarter Lights - Andy
   
   
   
   R:
   Radiator new silicone upper hose. Denmark: peder at hansen dot mail dot dk
   
   
   
   S:
   Sills: ga-fabrications dot com
   Steering rack: MGC. (Ref: http://ac428.zoomshare.com/4.html )
   
   
   
   T:
   Taillight assemblies:
   Carello. Possibly from the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti/Super ?
   http://www.motorbase.com/profiles/vehicle/picture.ehtml?i=65;p=873378857
   http://www.aroc-uk.com/club/about-aroc.htm
   
   
   
   U:
   
   
   
   VW:
   Windscreens:
   CCS Windscreens: http://www.ccswindscreens.co.uk/pages/contact.html.
   Old School Windscreens: http://www.oldschoolwindscreens.co.uk/
   Washer jets:
   Daimler SP250, scroll to bottom.  http://www.bryanpurves.co.uk/Dart.html#NP
   
   
   
   
   XYZ
   
   
   
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[Damien]

This is a great idea.
   I contacted CCS Windscreens, however they cannot help.  It's a pitty, and I am still looking for a windscreen for my convertible (CF9).
   Kind regards

[Classicus]

Hi Damien
   
   That's strange as last year they said they'd already made a few, one to keep as a template for future orders. Have you tried Old School Windscreens yet ?
   
   http://www.oldschoolwindscreens.co.uk/
   
   Paul []

[mikemall]

Hi Damien,
   
   I have just purchased a windscreen for my convertible CF34 from Old School Windscreens - about £360.  None in stock but should have them soon.  Still looking for all the chrome bits that go round the windscreen.
   
   Regards
   Mike

[mikemall]

Hi Paul,
   
   Great idea.  I hope lots of people put in a source.  The front indicators are definitely Karmann Ghia Type 34 (late 60s).  Also available from http://cgi.ebay.de/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220452616299.
   
   Regards
   Mike

[Classicus]

From CCS Windscreens - 20/7/09
   (Sounds as though there's another option besides clear glass)
   
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   To supply only the clear windscreen for an AC 428 is £380 + vat
   To supply and fit is £460 + vat
   
   You will need to provide transportation of the glass yourself if you want it to be supplied only. If you wish for it to be supplied and fitted you will need to come to our depot.
   
   At present if ordered today the glass would be ready at the end of August 2009. If you do wish for us to order the glass you will need to pay a deposit upfront of £240 + vat as it is being specially made, therefore we would not be able to cancel the order once it has been placed.
   
   For and on behalf of:- CCS Windscreens Ltd
   
   "Freephone 0800 770 880"
   
   Telephone :- 01245 490590
   Fax       :- 01245 352301
   
   Website   :- www.ccswindscreens.co.uk
   
   Depot Address:- Osier Works
                   Navigation Road
                   Chelmsford
                   Essex, CM2 6HD
   
   Registered Office:- 98 Westbury Lane
                       Buckhurst Hill
                       Essex, IG9 5PW
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[Damien]

Thanks a lot, I called them, and they comfirmed.
   Now how have you guys solved the issue of the worn out rubber joints (my chrome parts are ok)?
   Kind regards,
   Damien

[Classicus]

For further info. on bonnet springs refer to links below:
   
   http://www.acownersclub.co.uk/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=1437
   
   http://www.mgocspares.co.uk/acatalog/MGOC_Spares_BOOT_HATCH__MGB__84.html