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Old 02-01-2023, 03:55 PM   #1
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A/C Hose Template

Here is a template I created to run the a/c line through the front of the fresh air box. I used a vintage air template and changed the actual hole sizes.
The dark grey is the hole size and the light grey is the overall grommet size.
I don't want a bulk head, so the hole diameters are larger than the lines to accommodate feeding the lines through with the fittings crimped on them. This template is 2.75" longer than the vintage air template.
My question is do I have 8" of vertical room to do this in the fresh air box?

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Old 02-01-2023, 09:08 PM   #2
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Re: A/C Hose Template

Larry

I like your plan on this.
I have a cab that I can measure this.

Where is the location point on the firewall left /right?

In simple/better terms a measurement from passenger side a-pillar where the hinge mount
or just from
The straightest part of the cowl on the Passengers side?

What's the tolerance you are looking for?
Tape measure or 0.100

I am a Machinist I can't help it

I can get you a picture.

Just let me know.
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Old 02-02-2023, 12:47 AM   #3
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Re: A/C Hose Template

Getter-Done - inside the fresh air vent cavity where it slopes with the fender curve ( if that makes sense). Tape measurements will work.

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Re: A/C Hose Template

Okay

I will get some pictures if I get home before Dark
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Re: A/C Hose Template

I have Pictures with some measurements
I just need to get them transferred.

I am settling in from the weekend of a/
Swap Meet in Nashville Tn.

I will try to work on posting those pictures Tomorrow.
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Re: A/C Hose Template

I will post these with each end of the tape measure on the long ones
I can get more if needed once you see these .

Tape measure is in the same place in these pics.
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Re: A/C Hose Template

Tape is in the same place
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Re: A/C Hose Template

tape in the same place
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Re: A/C Hose Template

tape in the same place
At a slight angle
so, you can see the measurement.
from the center of the Blower motor opening.
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If you need any more or a cardboard/ paper temple made?

Just let me know.
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Getter-Done- That helps a lot, thank you so much
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Re: A/C Hose Template

After much thought, I think my routing will be out the bottom of the fresh air vent cavity and up the inner fender. I have seen a couple like that in searching the forum.
I want to drill and grommet holes large enough for lines with fittings to go through, instead of using a bulk head. That way I have less connections to deal with. My only concern is the sweep the hoses have to make going up the inner fender.
Anyone have any thoughts/advise here?

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