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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 09:31 PM
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Hi, Does anyone know if a kit is available to upgrade my A/C system on a 1980 C3, from original to a Sanden Compressor with mounting bracket or a kit not including the evaporator?

I see kits available online but only up until 1976 it seems...

Thanks,,, any thoughts or weblinks are greatly appreciated..
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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 09:41 PM
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These guys have the brackets, compressors and back plates for most applications. they have a back adapter plate #Q for the sanden compressor so that you can run the stock AC hoses.
http://nostalgicac.com/
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Old Jan 28, 2015 | 10:01 PM
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Thanks SpeedReed, Great Info... I appreciate it
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Call Classic Auto Air in Florida. They can get you set up with everything that you need.

866-352-4678
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Is there any reason why on a 1980 you cant use this?
4 Seasons 57221 A/C Compressor $110
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=131127948819
says does not need core replacement

and

Four Seasons 33205 or 33176 Accumulator Drier
Both around $30

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Four-Seasons...181441&vxp=mtr

and

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Four-Seasons...f357ef&vxp=mtr
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I bought the replacement at Auto Zone!! 1980 is still in their computer and they had all kinds of parts for the A/C unit...
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If the new "pancake" compressor gives out, put a Sanden unit in next time......they cool much better in city traffic in July and August.
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Originally Posted by R6n350GT
Is there any reason why on a 1980 you cant use this?
4 Seasons 57221 A/C Compressor $110
A C Compressor Compressor 4 Seasons 57221 Reman | eBay

says does not need core replacement

and

Four Seasons 33205 or 33176 Accumulator Drier
Both around $30

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Four-Seasons...181441&vxp=mtr

and

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Four-Seasons...f357ef&vxp=mtr
I wouldnt ,the remans. dont last that long. I would buy a new one or upgrade to Sanden. i went through 2 remans. i currently have a new pancake style, for last 3 yrs. if it ever goes i'm replacing it with a new Sanden style.
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Originally Posted by speedreed8
I wouldnt ,the remans. dont last that long. I would buy a new one or upgrade to Sanden. i went through 2 remans. i currently have a new pancake style, for last 3 yrs. if it ever goes i'm replacing it with a new Sanden style.


What like this

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Air-Conditioning-Chrome-Sanden-508-Compressor-with-V-Belt-Pulley-NEW-in-Box-GM-/161584358749?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item259f2da55d&vxp=mtr
? Will also Sanden 508 fit ?
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