Converting to a parallel flow sounds like more of a win in this situation. The OEM condenser for my 124 was only $175, vs. about $85 for the PF condenser.

For the 126 it sounds like you can save about $400 on the condenser by going with PF, so that would be a substantial savings. Even with the added cost of custom hoses you would be way ahead.

It's not gonna cool OK without those condenser fans. At anything below 30MPH those supply the airflow necessary to carry the heat away. No airflow over the condenser, no cooling inside the car.

- JimY