Adding A/C to truck
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Adding A/C to truck
I am in the process of adding A/C to my '69 F100 and do not have the condensor (have everything else) the A/C shop does not know what size is needed (there books only go back to the 80's), so does anyone out there with a 67-72 F100 have A/C in their truck ? If so could you provide me with the measurements of the condensor and a photo as well (if possible) as well as the location of the dryer. I would really appreciate the info. Thanks, Mark
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Mark I would be wary of a specialty shop that couldn't fit my truck with their specialty.
IMHO I think I would look to one of the retro kits and use all new parts. The older systems made cold air, but most were very in-efficient.
Google auto ac and you should get a good response.
John
IMHO I think I would look to one of the retro kits and use all new parts. The older systems made cold air, but most were very in-efficient.
Google auto ac and you should get a good response.
John
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Are you trying to make this a factory install or a retrofit? If you're not concerned about originality I would go with the Parallel Flow Condenser. They are about 35 percent more efficient than a regular condenser of the same size. You can go to ackits.com and look at pictures and measurements and determine which will fit your application. I put one in mine when I converted from R12 and it works great. Even with the more inefficient gas I have vent outlet temps in the high 30-degree range.
And no I am not affiliated with Arizona Mobile Air.
And no I am not affiliated with Arizona Mobile Air.
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If your going to run 134A you will need a larger one than the factory R12. And a different compressor too, the original York can not handle 134A. The 134A runs higher head pressure than R12. Both will cool the small cabs good. But it does help if you add insulation to the top. I can get you a measurement this after noon and maybe the picture, my grill is out so it should be easy. My 68 has the Factory air.
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they need to make one you can just plug into your cigarette lighter or do like larry the cable guy and hang a household one in your back window!
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If your going to run 134A you will need a larger one than the factory R12. And a different compressor too, the original York can not handle 134A. The 134A runs higher head pressure than R12. Both will cool the small cabs good. But it does help if you add insulation to the top. I can get you a measurement this after noon and maybe the picture, my grill is out so it should be easy. My 68 has the Factory air.
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Best way to go. All modern stuff, cleaner install/less space than original.A little pricey, but quick, easy, trouble free install.
Classic Auto Air
It includes heater core and all heater/defroster components as well to make everything work well together and is designed for 134A refrigerant.
Gene
Classic Auto Air
It includes heater core and all heater/defroster components as well to make everything work well together and is designed for 134A refrigerant.
Gene
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Not to turn this into a big argument, BUT, I have been running 134 in my 87 Grand Wagoneer(which has a York compressor) for more then two years now and not only have I not had leaks, but it is blowing in the low to mid 40s at the vents.
However, one of the biggest things I can say for ANY airconditioner is to run it(make sure the compressor comes on) for at least a couple mins at least once a month.
Good luck,
Gabe