As the correct receiver/dryer for this model is no longer available, does anyone have a suggestion for another?

The 4.5 liter 280se requires a vertically positioned 11"x2" (approx) receiver/dryer that mounts to the right of the condenser in front of the radiator.

Thanks to all,

Doug in Louisiana

We ran through the same thing. We found someone in Florida. I just cannot find their name or number at this time. I will look for it in the next few day and I will let you know asap.
Gerhard

Don't know anything about the specific application, however, I usually find answers to questions like this in the illustrated section of the A/C parts catalog. It's time to play I'll show you mine if you'll show me yours at the auto parts store. Just keep in mind that a drier is not rocket science. Fit @ function is all that you need. Be flexible with the unimportant details.

__________________
"If it's in the newspaper it must be true." Dudley Do-Right

I don't know where you live, but if it is near a big city then I am sure there is an automotive a/c supply house there.

They are usually located in an industrial area and they don't do a lot of business with the public, but if you walk in and go to the counter sales area someone will likely be able to help you out.

A dryer like this is pretty generic and I doubt that finding a subsitute would be a hard thing to do.

Let us know how you come out on this.

I have found the address and number (if you still need it). They rebuild the driers.
Name: Classic Auto Air Manufacturing Co.
Address: 4901 Rio Vista Ave, Ste A
Tampa, Fl 33634
Number: 813-251-2356
Mercedes Classic had one in stock for $700.00 and this company rebuilt it for $100.00 including shipping and handling

Gerhard

The dryer for my 300m was $30 so I'd look and see if you could find a "Closest fit" vs rebuilding for $100!

__________________
Current:
2021 Charger Scat Pack Widebody "Sinabee"
2018 Durango R/T

Previous:
1972 280SE 4.5
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited "Hefe", 1992 Jeep Cherokee Laredo "Jeepy", 2006 Charger R/T "Hemi"
1999 Chrysler 300M - RIP @ 221k

Would one of these work? Maybe the "flare receiver drier"?

http://www.nostalgicairparts.com/ac/receiver-driers-43.php

Actually, the Horizontal O-ring Receiver Drier looks a lot like the one in question but it may be too long. I'd personally find the cheapest "It fits" or, otherwise, I'd have a shop fab a straight hose where it used to go, and relocate it.

__________________
Current:
2021 Charger Scat Pack Widebody "Sinabee"
2018 Durango R/T

Previous:
1972 280SE 4.5
2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited "Hefe", 1992 Jeep Cherokee Laredo "Jeepy", 2006 Charger R/T "Hemi"
1999 Chrysler 300M - RIP @ 221k