Adding A/C to 68?
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Adding A/C to 68?
Has anyone installed A/C in a 68 using an entire system vintage air? If so were there any problems and what extras that they offer are worth it?
Last edited by 68Thunder427; Jul 6, 2014 at 08:42 AM.
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Nope. A friend installed a complete unit from one vehicle brand to another....it took all week-end to accomplish the modification!
I've been thinking it over since you posted the question.....I guess if you got a great deal on the system, it would be worth the effort to make the switch......
but other than that---a new aftermarket system can be installed in one day (annnnnnnd........don't bother using a "previously owned" compressor----DON'T ASK
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I've been thinking it over since you posted the question.....I guess if you got a great deal on the system, it would be worth the effort to make the switch......
but other than that---a new aftermarket system can be installed in one day (annnnnnnd........don't bother using a "previously owned" compressor----DON'T ASK
)
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I put the Vintage air system in my 68 with NPs just a bit tight with the air ducting right behind the center gage cluster but very doable if you take your time. This was done on a original air car so not sure how much more trouble that would be or not.
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From: Justin TX
I replaced the factory AC in my 69 with a Gen 4 system in 2008. I have been very happy with the system, it works great and I have not had any problems. I purchased the electric fan option but I have not had any overheating issues and never installed it.
Vintage Air has great support if you have any questions during the install.
Vintage Air has great support if you have any questions during the install.
