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smith · 12-18-2002, 09:26 PM

I'm trying to clean up under my hood some and get rid of some of the wire ties, with bundles of stuff that I normally don't want to mess with.

I'm considering trying to "get rid" of mt A/C stuff since I know I'll never hook it up and use it, (always got the top off...) Has anyone ever done this?, any helpful hints? I've got the compressor off, but I'd just like to get rid of the unused lines,etc. Should I buy a part from a cab without A/C and replace my stuff?

If someone in the area wants some A/C parts I'll cut you a deal once we get them off.(free?)

Thanks.

junkyardjohn · 12-18-2002, 10:41 PM

HI DAN .. I TOOK MINE OUT & OFF FOR THE VERY SAME REASONS. I REPLACES MY AC BOX WITH A STANDARD HEATER BOX. THE HEATER BOX COVERED UP THE HOLE IN THE FIREWALL, BUT LEFT AN AREA MAYBE 3"X 4". I COVERED THIS WITH A PIECE OF 1/8" ALUMINUM. I'LL POST A PICTURE OF IT TOMORROW WHEN IT'S LIGHT OUT. JOHN

Tynee · 12-18-2002, 11:56 PM

Is your compressor already gone? If not, I'd gladly pay the shipping to get it here.

chopped 71 · 12-19-2002, 12:51 AM

IM INTERESTED IN ALL THE DUCT WORK UNDER DASH. BASICLY I HAVE AN A/C CAB WITH NOTHING.VERY INTERESTED IN ALL THE LEFTOVER PARTS. THANKS

**GMCPaul** · 12-19-2002, 05:47 AM

Well if you find no one can help you out with swapping all the A/C parts you have for all the needed Non-A/C parts shoot us a email and I'll have the guys pull the parts you need out of my storage area and we will work out a deal where I'll swap with you.
GMCPaul

**1971Stepside** · 12-19-2002, 10:34 AM

I could sure use the AC box that mounts to the firewall if it is in great condition. Mine has a big chip out of the corner and I need to replace it. I would pay shipping. Thanks.

smith · 12-19-2002, 02:45 PM

Thanks guys... I guess I wasn't specific enough- I'd like to keep the heat operational, so I'd like to keep the duct work. My heat doesn't work right now(I'm assuming it's the core) so I'm getting ready within the next month or so to just start tearring stuff off and figuring out how to put just non-A/C stuff back on. TYNEE- I still have the compressor, it was given to me in a box when I bought the truck so I have no idea of the condition, I'd be willing to part with it.

I guess the best thing to do would be to get everything off and then post pics of what I have to get rid of.

I'd be interested in junkyard johns pictures and maybe a little advice before I get in too far.

Someone sent me a private message but I didn't get it somehow, see if you can try again...
Thanks-

I may take you up on your offer GMCpaul

3damnboyz · 12-19-2002, 04:45 PM

i would try to find a cab without a/c and rob the box out of it, that way it looks clean and ya dont have the holes in it for the a/c lines that ya wont be needing.

Rod · 12-19-2002, 09:06 PM

I need the brackets in this pic ... for an AC compressor off a small block.

12-18-2002, 09:26 PM	#1
smith Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Durham ,NC Posts: 94	A/C removal? I'm trying to clean up under my hood some and get rid of some of the wire ties, with bundles of stuff that I normally don't want to mess with. I'm considering trying to "get rid" of mt A/C stuff since I know I'll never hook it up and use it, (always got the top off...) Has anyone ever done this?, any helpful hints? I've got the compressor off, but I'd just like to get rid of the unused lines,etc. Should I buy a part from a cab without A/C and replace my stuff? If someone in the area wants some A/C parts I'll cut you a deal once we get them off.(free?) Thanks. __________________ Dan Smith 1971 Jimmy

12-18-2002, 10:41 PM	#2
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,425	HI DAN .. I TOOK MINE OUT & OFF FOR THE VERY SAME REASONS. I REPLACES MY AC BOX WITH A STANDARD HEATER BOX. THE HEATER BOX COVERED UP THE HOLE IN THE FIREWALL, BUT LEFT AN AREA MAYBE 3"X 4". I COVERED THIS WITH A PIECE OF 1/8" ALUMINUM. I'LL POST A PICTURE OF IT TOMORROW WHEN IT'S LIGHT OUT. JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

12-18-2002, 11:56 PM	#3
Tynee I miss this truck. Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Lexington, KY U.S.A. Posts: 2,863	Is your compressor already gone? If not, I'd gladly pay the shipping to get it here. __________________ '07 GMC Acadia SLT. Sweet ride. '08 Crew Cab Z-71 short bed. Really like this truck A LOT.

12-19-2002, 05:47 AM	#5
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,721	Well if you find no one can help you out with swapping all the A/C parts you have for all the needed Non-A/C parts shoot us a email and I'll have the guys pull the parts you need out of my storage area and we will work out a deal where I'll swap with you. GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

12-19-2002, 10:34 AM	#6
1971Stepside Almost Satisfied Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,932	I could sure use the AC box that mounts to the firewall if it is in great condition. Mine has a big chip out of the corner and I need to replace it. I would pay shipping. Thanks. __________________ 1971 C10 Stepside. LSx 6.0 with BTR Stage IV, Speed Engineering Headers, 4L80e transmission w/3200 Circle-D Stall. 3.73. Posi. Purchased this truck when I was 17. I started the rebuild (or take apart) in 1993. I have drug it around all over the country in pieces. Finally back on the road in 2021. "I can't complain, but sometimes I still do. Life's been good to me so far."

12-19-2002, 12:51 AM	#4
chopped 71 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: GOLETA. CA Posts: 90	IM INTERESTED IN ALL THE DUCT WORK UNDER DASH. BASICLY I HAVE AN A/C CAB WITH NOTHING.VERY INTERESTED IN ALL THE LEFTOVER PARTS. THANKS

12-19-2002, 02:45 PM	#7
smith Registered User Join Date: May 2000 Location: Durham ,NC Posts: 94	Thanks guys... I guess I wasn't specific enough- I'd like to keep the heat operational, so I'd like to keep the duct work. My heat doesn't work right now(I'm assuming it's the core) so I'm getting ready within the next month or so to just start tearring stuff off and figuring out how to put just non-A/C stuff back on. TYNEE- I still have the compressor, it was given to me in a box when I bought the truck so I have no idea of the condition, I'd be willing to part with it. I guess the best thing to do would be to get everything off and then post pics of what I have to get rid of. I'd be interested in junkyard johns pictures and maybe a little advice before I get in too far. Someone sent me a private message but I didn't get it somehow, see if you can try again... Thanks- I may take you up on your offer GMCpaul __________________ Dan Smith 1971 Jimmy

12-19-2002, 04:45 PM	#8
3damnboyz Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: east texas Posts: 42	i would try to find a cab without a/c and rob the box out of it, that way it looks clean and ya dont have the holes in it for the a/c lines that ya wont be needing. __________________ 72 short wide 55 stepside- 2nd generation "come on honey, we need more old trucks to fix up for the boys to drive, they will be driving before ya know it!"

12-19-2002, 09:06 PM	#9
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	I need the brackets in this pic ... for an AC compressor off a small block. Attached Images __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.



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