1952 220 Sedan W187 build restoration

[yan2947]

Is there rubber under the chrome of the hood and doors and rear of car?  Any idea of where to find if needed?

thanks

[Scott Montoney]

Well, my car (Cab B) does have rubber under the 25mm chrome trim that goes from the radiator to the start of the trunk area.
I don't have anything under the trunk Star or the "220" pieces.
The parts catalogue shows the chrome trim and the rubber.  You can check the classic center.  Niemoeller does have a link to a "rubber profile" page, but it is in German.  I haven't tried to translate.
https://www.gummiprofile-oldtimer.de/

[Henry Magno]

As ar as I know, there is no release bearing available that works. I modify a later ponton era bearing by removing the rear grease chamber and using a special metal seal to keep the grease in. I also machine the carrier so this seal fits tightly.
 
I can do this for you if my machinist is available.

[yan2947]

Thanks Henry.  I believe we are going to use the original one.  Seems to be ok but if need be I will contact you.  Thank you!

[yan2947]

The eagle has landed.  Motor in...

[yan2947]

Here it is

[Scott Montoney]

Thanks for the photo and keeping us posted.
Scott

[Azryael]

Looking really good!

It's nice to see the progress you've made on your project, and it looks like you're on the home stretch.

[yan2947]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year all!  Thanks for all the help and encouragement over the years on this project.  Home stretch of putting things together.

[yan2947]

Its a slow process

[yan2947]

Does anyone have an extra fender garnish for sale?

[Scott Montoney]

No leads yet? 
Is this trim piece specific for right/left, or is it mountable for either fender?  It looks like it is symmetrical and would go on either side.
I suppose, if none can be found, you could use the current one as a model to have someone fabricate a duplicate.  Although the cost would be ridiculous.
It looks like a part that you should be able to find somewhere, but may need to be chromed.
Certainly not a show-stopper for continuing the restoration in the meantime.

[yan2947]

Scott,

thanks for replying.  Its not specific.  I happen to have 2 others but they are extremely pitted.  I scored that perfect one on ebay but can't seem to find another one in good condition. 
No reason to fabricate.  I have a bunch of items to go to the chrome shop but they are brand new items from Noiemoller but they don't have this item.  I will see what the chrome guy can
do but I think the extra ones will need some metal work if at all fixable.