AC kit for a 1978
Race Director
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Instructor
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From: Mebane, NC
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I used Classic Auto Air, many of the parts look similiar. One thing to remember, with these kits, you lose the ability to duct fresh air through the unit. You are cooling, heating, or just blowing recirculated cabin air. Trying to figure out a mod to vent fresh air throught the kick panels. Know I will loose the speakers, but don't listen to the radio anyway.
Le Mans Master
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From: Central Texas
I used a kit from Classic Auto Air on my '81. It contained a Sanden style compressor. I had to make a few hose ends and the rest was easy. Your model is not listed but neither was mine. I called and they pieced a kit together for me. It works great in this Central Texas heat.
Ask for Ron @ Classic Auto Air
Phone: Toll Free (USA and Canada) 1-877-342-5526
Ask for Ron @ Classic Auto Air
Phone: Toll Free (USA and Canada) 1-877-342-5526
Last edited by Street Rat; Sep 29, 2016 at 08:11 AM.
Burning Brakes
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From: Rotonda FL
Also, there is a shop near Palm Beach that has done a number of Vintage Air installs into 78-82's. The main person doing this has heavily documented the process, including many photos. He contributes to another Corvette blog. PM me and I will give you more info.
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I have most (but not all) the AC out of a 77 I`m willing to sell relatively cheap, send a PM with an e-mail address and I will send pics of what I have.
Burning Brakes
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From: Rotonda FL
Whatever way you go, I'd recommend a Sanden 508 compressor, NOT the stock GM R4.
