[Chevelle-list] Aftermarket A/C

[Dale]

I put a Vintage Air Sure Fit system in my x-67 non-factory A/C car
(essentially same dash) and had no real problems with the installation.  I
did learn that one maybe shouldn't use billet aluminum deflectors on the
dash as mine continually sweat with the A/C on causing them to drip on the
carpet.  Also, if memory serves, both heater hose connections were 5/8"
instead of one being 5/8" and one 3/4".  Maybe it was just my unit but
something to keep in mind that you may need to get more 5/8" hose and an
extra block fitting for the 5/8" hose size.  Check the instructions if you
get the Vintage Air unit.

 

Mine was also for a BBC but a late engine with alternator on the passenger
side.  I already had a March belt kit and simply added the A/C brackets for
the driver side.  If you still have the short pump assembly, the alt should
remain on the driver side and A/C compressor would go on the pass side
making A/C hose routing a bit easier as well.

 

Hopefully Herb Lumpp will read this.  His 66 El Camino has an add-on A/C
unit and he did a terrific job of routing the A/C and heater hoses behind
the fender skirt for a super clean look.  I have some photos of his
installation but maybe he can clue you in on the parts and/or work required.

 

Dale McIntosh

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From: chevelle-list-bounces at chevelles.net
[mailto:chevelle-list-bounces at chevelles.net] On Behalf Of Rob Shaffer
Sent: Wednesday, June 20, 2007 12:49 PM
To: The Chevelle Mailing List
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Aftermarket A/C

 

I am thinking about adding A/C to my 66.  I've looked at both the Vintage
Air system and the Classic Air.  Looking for any info from the folks here
regarding any experience installing and using any of these products.  This
would be converting a non-A/C car to A/C.  Thanks for the help. 

Rob S. 
1966 SS396 Convertible



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