Installing cam currently, coupla questions
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Burning Brakes
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Installing cam currently, coupla questions
I got the radiator and fan shroud out no problem, but how does one remove the AC radiator? Since I havent seen anything listend anywhere about how to get this thing out, I am assuming I am missing something simple. I it is attached with 4 bolts which I have removed, but there is a rubber line to the compressor and a metal line to the condenser. Should I just detach those lines after decompressing the system and pull it out like the radiator? Thanks. Im sure I'll have more questions the deeper I get into this :)
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From: Plano TX
Re: Installing cam currently, coupla questions (ReydeSol774bbl)
I changed the cam in my 71 without discharging the AC. I lifted and twisted the condenser out of the way so the cam could slide out. Be careful and bend the metal line as little as possible.
Melting Slicks
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Re: Installing cam currently, coupla questions (ReydeSol774bbl)
I got the radiator and fan shroud out no problem, but how does one remove the AC radiator? Since I havent seen anything listend anywhere about how to get this thing out, I am assuming I am missing something simple. I it is attached with 4 bolts which I have removed, but there is a rubber line to the compressor and a metal line to the condenser. Should I just detach those lines after decompressing the system and pull it out like the radiator? Thanks. Im sure I'll have more questions the deeper I get into this :)
I just happened to do JUST that about a year ago...just make sure
there is no pressure in the system, and disconnect hoses and bolts,
and out she comes. Took all of 20 minutes.
Luck be with you. :cheers:
Pro
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From: Camino CA
Re: Installing cam currently, coupla questions (ReydeSol774bbl)
On my 81, I took the hood off, then just removed the top bolts of the AC cooler, and there was enough room to take out the cam, and put in the new one.
Burning Brakes
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From: Madison MS
Re: Installing cam currently, coupla questions (Aaron-74)
I was under the impression that you didn't have to take the condenser (radiator type unit in front of the radiator) out to do a cam swap. You may have to unbolt it and tilt it some but you shouldn't have to depressurize the A/C system.
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Burning Brakes
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Re: Installing cam currently, coupla questions (dladd74roadster)
Thanks for all the info fellas :)
Since I have been at work my buddy went and depressurized the system and removed the condensor. My A/C hasnt been used in over a year anyway and needs a new compressor, so no harm done. :cheers:
Ill probably be back sooner or later with another question, thanks again everyone :D
Since I have been at work my buddy went and depressurized the system and removed the condensor. My A/C hasnt been used in over a year anyway and needs a new compressor, so no harm done. :cheers:
Ill probably be back sooner or later with another question, thanks again everyone :D
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