stuartc53

Was looking at new. About $150+ and could not find mounting brackets. It is not an easy install. There is little to no room there with the AC fittings and lines, I found out. I will see how my plastic tank works. It can always be removed. I have learned not to modify anything. What good is the tank without brackets? I will have to keep looking for a tank and mounting brackets. Just posted a WTB ad on CF.
Thanks for the help!

jr9170

jr9170

Quick google search have pics at home

stuartc53

Those are very different than the non A/C overflow tank. Now I know what to look for.

Duntov

I should have installed mine while the engine was out. Various contortions to get the rear one mounted. Depending on how much you need, you can get on paragons discount program and save some money. For all that I needed I saved a good chunk of change on mine. The brackets are sheet metal and could probable be duplicated by a competent sheet metal worker.

jr9170

Pic of 70 LS5 with AC

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Duntov

Got it broken in. Need to take the filter off and verify nothing of concern in it. Also need to sort some leaks in power steering and track a few oil leaks. I think one leak is either where the oil pressure line meets the hard line or at rear of valve cover. Power steering wants to turn to the right and it lost fluid at one of the crimped hoses.

A short video of the run. . (Not sure how to embed the video)

Zoomin

Matt, you may have your power steering lines reversed.

Duntov

Is there a diagram on what the orientation is? The control valve looks new so may be it needs to be adjusted. I put the lines cris crossed and from the pump they only go on one way, at least I believe so.

Zoomin

The fittings are different sizes so theoretically it's not possible to mix them, but I was wondering if you had new lines made?

Duntov

Yes, they are new lines. The control valve looked new (on already when I purchased the car), and the ram is new as well.

jr9170

Congrats Sounds Great

jr9170

Very nice looking 71 LS5 on eBay love the po2's

jr9170

jr9170

Stuart how you making out with the expansion tank for your LS5 ?

jr9170

Snow here in NJ Today

stuartc53

I decided to leave it the way it is. Its not an easy install and then I would need to replace the new aftermarket radiator with an original. Not sure I want to go through all the hassles and expense now. Thank you for your help. If things change I will let you know.

jr9170

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