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Dec 17, 2011 | 08:29 AM

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nobrandx

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That 390 is absolutely a beauty, they just don't build them like that anymore!!!!

Dec 17, 2011 | 08:42 AM

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mikeo0o0o0

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From: Stanley, VA

Thanks, here's what it look like right now.

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Dec 17, 2011 | 09:45 AM

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Rogue_Wulff

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From: Lost

I'm really liking the way that A/C compressor fits. Might have to do the same upgrade, someday, if the factory york ever gives up.

Dec 17, 2011 | 10:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Rogue_Wulff

I'm really liking the way that A/C compressor fits. Might have to do the same upgrade, someday, if the factory york ever gives up.

If I had it to do over again I would use a 135 degree fitting on the hose that goes from the compressor to the condenser instead of the 90 degree I used. I think it would make for a neater looking installation.

Dec 17, 2011 | 10:24 AM

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I just wish they would sell a replacement like that, but with the treads to fit the original "shut-off valve" type fittings. Makes things much easier when the hoses have to be disconnected, as the rest of the system can remain charged, but sealed off.
I do know that these same type fittings were used on certain Jeep models, with this type compressor, and factory R134a. Might have to go on a hunt, and fab my own mounting bracket adapter........

Dec 17, 2011 | 11:07 AM

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ljcandme

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From: Gilbert, AZ

135 degree fitting

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Originally Posted by mikeo0o0o0

I dont know much about A/C's but are you talking about the line fitting with the red cap on it?

Dec 17, 2011 | 11:31 AM

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I dont know much about A/C's but are you talking about the line fitting with the red cap on it?

Yeah, the threaded ports come out of the compressor at an angle. With a 90 degree fitting, the way I routed the hose makes the hose kinda go up at an angle then down towards the radiator support. With the 135 degree fitting the hose will be pointed down towards the rad support to start with.