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Old 11-03-2012, 11:58 PM
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Default 1970 Big Block AC parts value?

Hey all, Ive got a few air conditioning parts from my 1970 BB that I need assistance putting values on.

I've looked around here, ebay and other forums and found some #'s on just a couple items but need more info than what Ive gotten.

Please, specific ranges would be the most helpful, not 'whatever someones willing to pay'.

Your help would be greatly appreciated.

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Old 11-04-2012, 08:42 AM
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The compressor and compressor brackets are the only things of value here.
No one is interested in a used condenser, receiver dryer(useless anyway, you can't re-use it) or used Freon lines.

There is nothing 'unique' about these parts other than the brackets and even those are 'just big block Corvette' brackets- The fact they came from a 70' is really irrelevant because the part numbers aren't unique for 70'.
Everything else is same for any Corvette from 68-74, regardless if it's a big or small block.
No gold mine here-
You may get $200 or so for the compressor and brackets on ebay if someone is looking specifically for those items, the rest is better off being sold for scrap aluminum.
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Replacement condensers are $299. I don't see why you couldn't use a used condenser. Just need to flush it out. Might be worth something.

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Old 11-04-2012, 10:40 AM
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Originally Posted by ezobens
...No one is interested in a used condenser...
I disagree. If it's in good shape, the condenser has value. I bought a good used one on the forum here.
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With new parallel flow condensers being a fraction of the cost of the 'old school' condensers and with their improvement in cooling performance, it's not worth messing with 40 year old stuff unless you have to be 100% original.

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