under dash air conditioners ??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

useRc10 · 01-15-2003, 12:19 AM

who makes the air systems that fit along the bottom of the dash?...how much do they run?
Thanks, -Nick

*dtlilly* · 01-15-2003, 01:16 AM

That question about under dash A/C is unbelievable! I just met a man today that came in to the shop and we got to talking about my GMC. I told him it is impossible to find an A/C 4X4 cab in good shape. His friend has an under dash unit he is trying to get rid of. I told him I was interested if it worked, because these hot and humid summers down here in Graceland are miserable. Do they work good? I can get all the parts used: (dash, control unit, ducts, heater core, evaporator box, evaporator, hose assembly, reciever/ dryer, A/C tubes, condenser, vacume tank, actuator, shut off valve). That will however be expensive to buy, and replace bad parts. I have a shop, so the only cost to vacuum the system, and inject the drug, is the cost of the freon (FR-12, an R-12 substitute).

kingparts · 01-15-2003, 09:14 AM

Check out www.oldairproducts.com. They have pretty good systems. I will send you a pm.
David

Bob Chayer · 01-15-2003, 11:38 AM

Try www.vintageair.com. They have a custom kit for 67-72s.

nate68 · 01-15-2003, 02:48 PM

i am thinking about changing my stock system to an old air or a vintage air. which is better? pros/cons?

Church · 01-15-2003, 05:34 PM

Anybody tried Hot Rod Air? They won the 2000 Best new product fo the year award from SRMA for thier design on the elite standard evaporator. They also have really great looking bulkhead plates.

pat · 01-15-2003, 11:14 PM

Anyone ever used air conditioning out of GM cars or trucks to a non a/c cab? We have a late 80s Grand Am and an 88 chevy pickup just taking up space, the Grand Am has ice cold air too.

Just a thought.

**GMCPaul** · 01-16-2003, 05:18 AM

Well we are a Authorized Old Air distributor and we chose Old Air over Vintage Air for the fact that the Vintage Air systems box is a sealed box so say your evaporator core fails, you have to replace entire box, heater core again the same thing replace the entire box. Old Air you can open box and replace individual parts. The Vintage Air design we found creates back-pressure in the system at slower fan speeds due to the fact the blower is to the rear and side of the box so it must make a 90 degree turn to pass thru the box for heating and cooling which creates back pressure and lower air flow especially at slower speeds. The Old Air systems uses the blower motor to draw the air across the evaporator core or heater core in a straight line then straight out through ducting increasing air flow out put at all levels. ( Point blank a Old Air system correctly installed and charged on a 95-100 degree day in Indiana will freeze you out of your truck on high) You can check our prices on these on the following page
http://www.gmcpauls.com/SALE_SPECIALS.htm
You will find we can save you nearly $200 by buying through us rather than direct from Old Air.
and for greater info than listed their visit
http://www.oldairproducts.com
GMCPaul

**70cst** · 07-18-2012, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by GMCPaul

Well we are a Authorized Old Air distributor and we chose Old Air over Vintage Air for the fact that the Vintage Air systems box is a sealed box so say your evaporator core fails, you have to replace entire box, heater core again the same thing replace the entire box. Old Air you can open box and replace individual parts. The Vintage Air design we found creates back-pressure in the system at slower fan speeds due to the fact the blower is to the rear and side of the box so it must make a 90 degree turn to pass thru the box for heating and cooling which creates back pressure and lower air flow especially at slower speeds. The Old Air systems uses the blower motor to draw the air across the evaporator core or heater core in a straight line then straight out through ducting increasing air flow out put at all levels. ( Point blank a Old Air system correctly installed and charged on a 95-100 degree day in Indiana will freeze you out of your truck on high) You can check our prices on these on the following page
http://www.gmcpauls.com/SALE_SPECIALS.htm
You will find we can save you nearly $200 by buying through us rather than direct from Old Air.
and for greater info than listed their visit
http://www.oldairproducts.com
GMCPaul

Very good points Paul

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**1972BackInBlackC10** · 07-18-2012, 09:39 PM

gmcpaul do you have any pics of the old air set p for our trucks? i couldnt find any on your site, is it similar in design to the vintage air, can you use your factory control, is it cable operated or sensors like vintage air?

PAWS 72 · 07-18-2012, 11:15 PM

I think this is close.

jmil1974 · 01-16-2003, 10:22 AM

I have an under dash A/C unit. It's an old Sears brand unit! It will freeze you out, even in 100 degrees with my leaky ass cab. I plan on exchanging it one day for an Old Air unit because my wife is scared of it crushing legs in an accident. That's the only drawback. Sure works great though!

**t korinek** · 01-16-2003, 06:24 PM

I have an old ARA underdash air unit off a 69 396 chevy truck, complete with everything, in nice shape, if anyone is interested.

pat · 01-16-2003, 07:24 PM

Will it fit on a non a/c cab with a 350?

GMCjunkie · 01-16-2003, 08:15 PM

I had the original overhead a/c in my burb, changed over to AMA..(Arizona Mobile Air) under dash unit... I love it!! Installed, mine was $1200... thats a little high, you can prolly get it cheaper if you shop around.

nate68 · 01-17-2003, 09:25 PM

do you sell the "Inside Package" because i don't need all the a/c stuff that comes with the Complete Package.

**GMCPaul** · 01-18-2003, 01:41 AM

Nate68 we do though its not listed on our site, the complete interior package through us Old Air style underdash, or Old Air style in-dash is $449.95through us, or available at direct from Old AIR's for=$495.00
or you can get the Old Air in-dash factory style vents for $509.95 from us, $560.00 through Old Air.
GMCPaul

mikep · 01-18-2003, 01:51 AM

jmil1974...

You can get your wife to ride in the truck with you... wow! I miss living in Texas ! I couldnt get mine to ride in mine to save my life ! Something about the shifter banging her knees.

bobshotrodblazer · 07-18-2012, 01:18 PM

Has anybody tryed this unit?

http://www.nostalgicairparts.com/air...system-351.php

ole dollor · 07-18-2012, 02:00 PM

gmcpaul: that's why we cant find any trucks out there to build....you got them all.....man that's one fine collection.... does sound like the a/c system you have may be a good unit, i like the fact that you could split the case in the event something went wrong down the road....

TobyArnot · 07-18-2012, 02:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobshotrodblazer

Has anybody tryed this unit?

http://www.nostalgicairparts.com/air...system-351.php

I have one of those in my '70 stepper.
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http://www.nostalgicairparts.com/air...system-351.php
.
Works o.k. in 100* air. A tad noisy (blower), but it beats the heat.

**tkeduk8r** · 07-18-2012, 02:57 PM

good old blast from the past.... 2003 thread!!!! and scary part it I actually like looking back ot some of the posts from back then....

bigguy69 · 07-19-2012, 10:55 AM

I like those ac units
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Scottshotrods · 07-19-2012, 11:08 AM

Vintage air 100% and we have some GREAT deals on there complete kits and we have been selling there units for years now.There customer service is GREAT and there products cannot be beat at all PERIOD.

If you are looking for a Ac unit for your truck or car send us p/m or e-mail and we will take care of you for sure.

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superchevy · 07-20-2012, 09:45 AM

I restored the dealer installed underdash a/c on my K25...works real good in 100 degree weather, but the blower is a little noisy on high. Check out my build thread for pics if you like.
SC
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01-15-2003, 12:19 AM	#1
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01-15-2003, 01:16 AM	#2
dtlilly Account Suspended Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Shadow of Lambeau Field Posts: 5,597	YOUR QUESTION That question about under dash A/C is unbelievable! I just met a man today that came in to the shop and we got to talking about my GMC. I told him it is impossible to find an A/C 4X4 cab in good shape. His friend has an under dash unit he is trying to get rid of. I told him I was interested if it worked, because these hot and humid summers down here in Graceland are miserable. Do they work good? I can get all the parts used: (dash, control unit, ducts, heater core, evaporator box, evaporator, hose assembly, reciever/ dryer, A/C tubes, condenser, vacume tank, actuator, shut off valve). That will however be expensive to buy, and replace bad parts. I have a shop, so the only cost to vacuum the system, and inject the drug, is the cost of the freon (FR-12, an R-12 substitute).

01-15-2003, 09:14 AM	#3
kingparts Registered User Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Clover, SC , US Posts: 971	Check out www.oldairproducts.com. They have pretty good systems. I will send you a pm. David __________________ 1970 Chevrolet Suburban 1967 Chevrolet C/10 Shortbed Stepside

01-15-2003, 11:38 AM	#4
Bob Chayer Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Mid, NH Posts: 150	Try www.vintageair.com. They have a custom kit for 67-72s. __________________ Bob Chayer 71 3/4 ton 4X4 Suburban

01-15-2003, 02:48 PM	#5
nate68 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: ca Posts: 1,110	i am thinking about changing my stock system to an old air or a vintage air. which is better? pros/cons? __________________ 68 short step, 406/700r4, 9" w/discs.

01-15-2003, 05:34 PM	#6
Church Carolina Classic Trucks Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: The South Posts: 792	Anybody tried Hot Rod Air? They won the 2000 Best new product fo the year award from SRMA for thier design on the elite standard evaporator. They also have really great looking bulkhead plates. __________________

01-15-2003, 11:14 PM	#7
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Anyone ever used air conditioning out of GM cars or trucks to a non a/c cab? We have a late 80s Grand Am and an 88 chevy pickup just taking up space, the Grand Am has ice cold air too. Just a thought. __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

01-16-2003, 05:18 AM	#8
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,721	Well we are a Authorized Old Air distributor and we chose Old Air over Vintage Air for the fact that the Vintage Air systems box is a sealed box so say your evaporator core fails, you have to replace entire box, heater core again the same thing replace the entire box. Old Air you can open box and replace individual parts. The Vintage Air design we found creates back-pressure in the system at slower fan speeds due to the fact the blower is to the rear and side of the box so it must make a 90 degree turn to pass thru the box for heating and cooling which creates back pressure and lower air flow especially at slower speeds. The Old Air systems uses the blower motor to draw the air across the evaporator core or heater core in a straight line then straight out through ducting increasing air flow out put at all levels. ( Point blank a Old Air system correctly installed and charged on a 95-100 degree day in Indiana will freeze you out of your truck on high) You can check our prices on these on the following page http://www.gmcpauls.com/SALE_SPECIALS.htm You will find we can save you nearly $200 by buying through us rather than direct from Old Air. and for greater info than listed their visit http://www.oldairproducts.com GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

07-18-2012, 09:39 PM	#10
1972BackInBlackC10 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Estevan, Saskatchewan Posts: 1,025	Re: under dash air conditioners ??? gmcpaul do you have any pics of the old air set p for our trucks? i couldnt find any on your site, is it similar in design to the vintage air, can you use your factory control, is it cable operated or sensors like vintage air?

07-18-2012, 11:15 PM	#11
PAWS 72 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Sheffield, ALA Posts: 2,471	Re: under dash air conditioners ??? I think this is close. Attached Images

01-16-2003, 10:22 AM	#12
jmil1974 Ain't we cute? Join Date: May 2002 Location: Friendswood, TX Posts: 700	I have an under dash A/C unit. It's an old Sears brand unit! It will freeze you out, even in 100 degrees with my leaky ass cab. I plan on exchanging it one day for an Old Air unit because my wife is scared of it crushing legs in an accident. That's the only drawback. Sure works great though! __________________ 69 C10 2WD LWB Fleet 350/350 power front disc conversion (6 lug disc kit from gmcpauls) and new engine, PS, A/C, fresh fluids, SHE DRIVES! FOR SALE $3900

01-16-2003, 06:24 PM	#13
t korinek Truckin' Krazy Join Date: May 2000 Location: mesa az Posts: 6,193	I have an old ARA underdash air unit off a 69 396 chevy truck, complete with everything, in nice shape, if anyone is interested. __________________ Dealer for: American Auto Wire Precision weatherstripping Dakota Digital Trim parts Carpets Truck World seat covers & Many others Chevy Parts locator in Mesa AZ!

01-16-2003, 07:24 PM	#14
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	Will it fit on a non a/c cab with a 350? __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

01-16-2003, 08:15 PM	#15
GMCjunkie Dude...I'm a CHICK Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: Lakeland Georgia Posts: 6,192	I had the original overhead a/c in my burb, changed over to AMA..(Arizona Mobile Air) under dash unit... I love it!! Installed, mine was $1200... thats a little high, you can prolly get it cheaper if you shop around. __________________ ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* "The unexamined life is not worth living" -Socrates ~~~~~~~~~~~~~* '71 GMC Suburban 4x4

01-17-2003, 09:25 PM	#16
nate68 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: ca Posts: 1,110	do you sell the "Inside Package" because i don't need all the a/c stuff that comes with the Complete Package. __________________ 68 short step, 406/700r4, 9" w/discs.



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01-18-2003, 01:41 AM	#17
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,721	Nate68 we do though its not listed on our site, the complete interior package through us Old Air style underdash, or Old Air style in-dash is $449.95through us, or available at direct from Old AIR's for=$495.00 or you can get the Old Air in-dash factory style vents for $509.95 from us, $560.00 through Old Air. GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

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