Need something to hold my balls.... - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

69Goody · 07-21-2005, 08:25 AM

Hey all,
I've been installing a Vintage Air A/C system in my 69 GMC. It was an A/C camper model at one time, but when I got it, the A/C parts were gone. While installing my shiny new balls (vents), I came under the realization that I needed the original part that cupped my balls between my hose adapter and the shiny new external vent piece. VA couldn't point me in any direction for a reproduction...but I know all you expert scavangers could help.

If you got em, that's great, or if you know where to get em, that's great too!

Thanks,
Brad

mocwon · 07-21-2005, 08:45 AM

Welcome from Central Texas...

Had the same problem with holding my balls too, in my Vintage Air installation that is. I bought mine from Wes at Classic Heartbeat for about $10 each.

67-72 A/C Deflector Ball Hose Adapter
Description: High quality parts.
Price: $9.95ea.

http://www.classicheartbeat.com/

**special-K** · 07-21-2005, 09:32 AM

That`s a ballzy post for a first-timer!Welcome,we`re really decent people here.Is there an extra piece needed to adapt the hose up to the factory balls`n`cups?

mocwon · 07-21-2005, 10:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by special-K

That`s a ballzy post for a first-timer!Welcome,we`re really decent people here.Is there an extra piece needed to adapt the hose up to the factory balls`n`cups?

That's it above.... The GM balls and ball holders are the same as the aftermarket balls and ball holders.

69Goody · 07-21-2005, 10:44 AM

That's gonna do the trick. I also found them at Brother's Trucks, but a aroun d 50% higher on cost.

Thank you for the help!!!!!
Brad

panhandler62 · 07-21-2005, 10:33 AM

This thread is hilarious... lol

Putter · 07-21-2005, 10:35 AM

Balls are fun!!!

phlegm · 07-21-2005, 10:38 AM

Balls,

I just wanted to say it too.... hey look one more post for me!!

farside847 · 07-21-2005, 10:43 AM

My wife loves 'em. (had to go there)

Putter · 07-21-2005, 10:58 AM

But do you want to tell prople that your BROTHER is holding your balls in place while you drive????? (couldn't resist)

chipflyer · 07-21-2005, 11:16 AM

I need the ball holders but........ My truck is BLUE!

Putter · 07-21-2005, 11:51 AM

So you need.....*snicker*....a.....*snicker*....BLUE balls holder...****WUUAAHAHAHAHAHAHA****

*Randy70C-10* · 07-21-2005, 12:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 69Goody

VA couldn't point me in any direction for a reproduction

Brad, where do you live?

panhandler62 · 07-21-2005, 01:36 PM

I have a non-ac cab.. guess that means I.. nope.. not gonna say it ......

phlegm · 07-21-2005, 02:24 PM

I can't think of it but there is an air rapidly moving out of the system (ie the wind b..ws) joke in here somewhere that is going to get this thread moved.

*rage'nrat638* · 07-21-2005, 09:14 PM

what about the fuzzy felt that keeps your balls in place......
other wise your balls will flop around.....
i have a 100 ft roll of a/c ball felt........
your pal mark

Putter · 07-22-2005, 09:52 AM

So, you have the BALL FUZZ that everyone is talking about? Doesn't that make them sweat?? I mean, no one wants to reach up and adjust a sweaty ball!!!...all drippy....and...nevermind

panhandler62 · 07-22-2005, 10:13 AM

uh...

As a serious comment.. You can get velcro in little self stick strips. The fuzzy side works well for this kind of application. I use it on my telescope mount to permit smooth movement (yeah.. another hobby to eat all my money.. lol )

hgs_notes · 07-22-2005, 10:18 AM

You just gotta love "smooth movement".

67ChevyRedneck · 07-22-2005, 10:20 AM

If you want your balls held in place properly, may I suggest a board member? That's right, and since your a first timer, I'm sure your virgin to the concept that we like to get our ball holders from our wonderful vendors list that support this wonderful community. If they can not supply you with the proper ball holding equipment, I'm sure another member would be able to sell you a good, slighty used, (may need some cleaning/degreasing) ball holders. If I am ever able to afford an AC unit *snicker-unit-snicker* I will be turing to this board for help in finding a good set of balls and ball holders, I would prefer new balls, of course. Good luck in finding a good set of ball holders.

panhandler62 · 07-22-2005, 11:17 AM

Quote:

If you want your balls held in place properly, may I suggest a board member?

For a minute there I thought you were trying to play matchmaker.

07-21-2005, 08:25 AM	#1
69Goody Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Southern Tip of OHIO 45680 Posts: 49	Need something to hold my balls.... Hey all, I've been installing a Vintage Air A/C system in my 69 GMC. It was an A/C camper model at one time, but when I got it, the A/C parts were gone. While installing my shiny new balls (vents), I came under the realization that I needed the original part that cupped my balls between my hose adapter and the shiny new external vent piece. VA couldn't point me in any direction for a reproduction...but I know all you expert scavangers could help. If you got em, that's great, or if you know where to get em, that's great too! Thanks, Brad

07-21-2005, 08:45 AM	#2
mocwon Keep On Truckin' Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Buda, Texas Posts: 1,354	Welcome from Central Texas... Had the same problem with holding my balls too, in my Vintage Air installation that is. I bought mine from Wes at Classic Heartbeat for about $10 each. 67-72 A/C Deflector Ball Hose Adapter Description: High quality parts. Price: $9.95ea. http://www.classicheartbeat.com/ Attached Images __________________ Just Passin' Thru Some projects are like herding cats; others are like putting out fires; this one was like herding cats on fire..... Last edited by mocwon; 07-21-2005 at 08:52 AM.

07-21-2005, 09:32 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,852	That`s a ballzy post for a first-timer!Welcome,we`re really decent people here.Is there an extra piece needed to adapt the hose up to the factory balls`n`cups? __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

07-21-2005, 10:44 AM	#5
69Goody Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Southern Tip of OHIO 45680 Posts: 49	Thanks!!! That's gonna do the trick. I also found them at Brother's Trucks, but a aroun d 50% higher on cost. Thank you for the help!!!!! Brad __________________ Only the Mediocre are always at their best... '69 GMC LWB 406, TH400, 3.73 Posi' Things I've learned from my truck...If I was an automaker, my vehicles would be overpriced, run rough, and get 5MPG.

07-21-2005, 10:33 AM	#6
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,764	This thread is hilarious... lol __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

07-21-2005, 10:35 AM	#7
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	Balls are fun!!! __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

07-21-2005, 10:38 AM	#8
phlegm Still Green but learning Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central NC Posts: 1,895	Balls, I just wanted to say it too.... hey look one more post for me!! __________________ -- Cory 71 Cheyenne 10 - SWB, 350, "3 on the tree" AC cab 07 Suburban LTZ 4x4 2010 Acura TL 98 Mastercraft "FrankenStar" 225 27253 UPS/USPS IIOY....nope never was

07-21-2005, 10:43 AM	#9
farside847 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bay Area, California Posts: 995	My wife loves 'em. (had to go there) __________________ 1971 Chevy C10 Shortbed Stepside, 307v8 3-on-the-tree

07-21-2005, 10:58 AM	#10
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	But do you want to tell prople that your BROTHER is holding your balls in place while you drive????? (couldn't resist) __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

07-21-2005, 11:16 AM	#11
chipflyer Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Topeka, Ks Posts: 2,293	I need the ball holders but........ My truck is BLUE! __________________ I'm not a pessimist, I'm just optimistic that bad things are going to happen. 1971 Cheyenne Super K10 - tilt, cruise, air, am/fm, tow hooks, factory buckets! 1986 Jeep J10 pickup, - 5.3L Vortec with 4L60e and NP241.

07-21-2005, 11:51 AM	#12
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	So you need.....snicker....a.....snicker....BLUE balls holder...**WUUAAHAHAHAHAHAHA __________________ There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank ) bucket**

07-21-2005, 01:36 PM	#14
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,764	I have a non-ac cab.. guess that means I.. nope.. not gonna say it ...... __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

07-21-2005, 02:24 PM	#15
phlegm Still Green but learning Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Central NC Posts: 1,895	I can't think of it but there is an air rapidly moving out of the system (ie the wind b..ws) joke in here somewhere that is going to get this thread moved. __________________ -- Cory 71 Cheyenne 10 - SWB, 350, "3 on the tree" AC cab 07 Suburban LTZ 4x4 2010 Acura TL 98 Mastercraft "FrankenStar" 225 27253 UPS/USPS IIOY....nope never was

07-21-2005, 09:14 PM	#16
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	what about the fuzzy felt that keeps your balls in place...... other wise your balls will flop around..... i have a 100 ft roll of a/c ball felt........ your pal mark

07-22-2005, 09:52 AM	#17
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	So, you have the BALL FUZZ that everyone is talking about? Doesn't that make them sweat?? I mean, no one wants to reach up and adjust a sweaty ball!!!...all drippy....and...nevermind __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**



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07-22-2005, 10:13 AM	#18
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,764	uh... As a serious comment.. You can get velcro in little self stick strips. The fuzzy side works well for this kind of application. I use it on my telescope mount to permit smooth movement (yeah.. another hobby to eat all my money.. lol ) __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....

07-22-2005, 10:18 AM	#19
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	You just gotta love "smooth movement". __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

07-22-2005, 10:20 AM	#20
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	If you want your balls held in place properly, may I suggest a board member? That's right, and since your a first timer, I'm sure your virgin to the concept that we like to get our ball holders from our wonderful vendors list that support this wonderful community. If they can not supply you with the proper ball holding equipment, I'm sure another member would be able to sell you a good, slighty used, (may need some cleaning/degreasing) ball holders. If I am ever able to afford an AC unit snicker-unit-snicker I will be turing to this board for help in finding a good set of balls and ball holders, I would prefer new balls, of course. Good luck in finding a good set of ball holders. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications! Last edited by 67ChevyRedneck; 07-22-2005 at 11:37 AM. Reason: Disclaimer: I am not a matchmaker, you will be required to find additonal ball holders on your own.

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