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I didn't get a quote in writing but they were ready to write it up. I knew I was a year (at least) away from needing it done so it would have been somewhat pointless. The way it was discussed was for approximately $100 over the cost of a complete after market kit they would fix me up with parts AND labor. That basically included all the under hood stuff along with the evaporator (which is technically inside the dash) but none of the "dash stuff". Meaning the lever controls, ductwork, ducts etc. So the cost of doing it this way is more expensive if you are starting from scratch, but I still like it more than the after-market option personally. By the way its been about 8 months since I was in there but I doubt much has changed.
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I was looking at the classic parts kit. Did you have to replace your glovebox? I have my stero in there and was wondering if I would need to find a different place for it if I went with this kit. |
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Subscribed.
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subscribed as well!
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ditto
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I've been busy rounding up parts to put factory air in my blazer. How's the ac holing up for you?
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A factory A/C glove-box liner is different from a non-A/C glove-box. |
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So far so good. Couple of issues - the air mix door won't stay all the way to cold - it creeps over towards the hot side, and I've got a refrigerant leak from the schrader valve in the old POA valve. Should have replaced that. Anyway, with those things fixed, I'll be happy.
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I Just got a plastic glove box yesterday in the mail. Very annoyed that it excluded the area for the glove box light.
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Richard,
Looks like you did a great job adding factory A/C to your 1971. I did a similar project a few years back on a 1978 Chevrolet K-20 4WD I purchased new that did not have factory A/C. I purchased another truck, a 1982 for parts that had factory A/C. Like you, I made a template to make additional cuts on the firewall. In addition, after taking measurements and checking my marks more than a half dozen times, I made the cuts. After that I used some scrap factory sheet metal and super imposed another piece over the part of the hole that made it look non-factory. I did not spot weld using a welder. Instead, I spent less than $10.00 at a local parts store for some liquid steel...two tubes that are mixed together. I was really suprised how well that stuff actually work. It made a very strong liquid weld that hardened up extremely nice, yet was as smoooth as a baby's behind. Currently, I would like to build a 69 or 72 K-5 Blazer 4WD along with a 69 or 72 K-20 pickup 4WD. Would prefer to get the vehicles with factory A/C. However, if I find a clean unit in the color(s) I'm looking for without factory A/C, I can certainly convert it over and will choose to use all factory parts except for some of the items mentioned by Critter. LMC truck has a better than original compressor. I've taken a rough inventory of buying all the factory A/C parts, and I think it will run $1200 to $1500...but well worth it cause like Critter said, it works so much better. |
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I have a 71 factory air truck but my compressor is shot would I be better off buying a new comp. or is there an upgrade or something better?
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Jason,
Read the posts by Critter and jeffro788 near the bottom of page one. Critter made mention of Carlisle Air in San Antonio and it sounds like they really know all about auto A/C. I might give them a call myself someday. jeffro788 mentioned converting his belt system to serpentine. About all I know is, LMC truck ( lmctruck.com ) has an upgraded newer version that replaces the original compressor. I am not sure if it requires new brackets and or if so, the brackets come with that compressor. Check out their website...you can page through their catalog online and or order a free copy of a paper catalog. |
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Two45s - your $1200 - 1500 sounds about right. Not much different from what you would pay for an aftermarket kit, but IMO it comes down to whether you want factory appearance and features (like fresh air intake), or want to take the simpler approach.
Somehow i never seem to end up taking the easy way! Richard |
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Jeffro, I also have a serp system from a 1992 engine and plan to run the 92 compressor. I am going to use the original evaporator and box. How is yours doing and what mods did you do? I am limited on funds and have all these parts laying round. Should I change the condenser? I have dual electric fans. Will this be enough? I know this is an old thread but cold air can never die!
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I know this is old, but I need help on installing A/C in my 71
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I can't be of much help with knowledge but if you need parts, I'm looking to sell our stock A/C. We bought a 71 Jimmy with no roof so we figured what the heck do we need the A/c for so we pulled it out thinking we could help someone who wanted an original A/C. The mechanic set it worked when he pulled it and there is still freon in it. contact me if interested through the site.
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Tag for reference..
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Does any one have the AC pages out of the 67 - 72 assembly manual and the AC / heater section of the service manual they could send me?
I have everything in the cab and the suitcase on the firewall , but nothing forward of there. I want it all stock and need to see how it all goes. I also want to work out a few problems with the rest of the in cab side of it also once its all back together. Thanks in advance guys. |
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Tx, Ralph |
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I have a mounting bracket, and the L-shaped arm that goes on the valve. If you send me your address I will mail them to you.
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Hi Richard,
sent you a PM.... TX! Ralph |
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The mounting bracket and actuator arm were shipped this morning by USPS.
Richard |
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