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Scrubby · 07-06-2004, 10:55 AM

I know this is a long shot, since I think this piece is pretty rare. I have a '71 burb with the roof A/C that runs the length of the burb. The knob that controls the blower has cracked so it won't turn the switch anymore. Anyone got one, or know where I might find one? I just converted and recharged my system, and the vice grips I am using to turn it on aren't going to cut it for long.

ElGracho · 07-06-2004, 11:29 PM

I think I actually figured out a good solution. In case anyone else has this problem, a knob from the stock radios fits perfect and looks good too.

smokekiki · 07-07-2004, 08:58 AM

I used a windshield wiper knob.Used a thin metal shim.The shaft on the wiper is slightly larger.

TexSparks · 07-07-2004, 01:34 PM

Another option, Radio Shack carries an assortment of knobs with small set screws that will tighten against the shaft.

07-06-2004, 10:55 AM	#1
Scrubby Check out GMTrucks.org Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Boise, Id Posts: 284	Need overhead A/C knob I know this is a long shot, since I think this piece is pretty rare. I have a '71 burb with the roof A/C that runs the length of the burb. The knob that controls the blower has cracked so it won't turn the switch anymore. Anyone got one, or know where I might find one? I just converted and recharged my system, and the vice grips I am using to turn it on aren't going to cut it for long.

07-06-2004, 11:29 PM	#2
ElGracho Gentleman Jim Driver Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Poulsbo, WA Posts: 1,553	I think I actually figured out a good solution. In case anyone else has this problem, a knob from the stock radios fits perfect and looks good too. __________________ Joe '75 GMC Gentleman Jim '84 Chev C10 Short Wide - Super duper plain (manual steering, manual brakes, no dome light, no cig lighter) '85 Chev C10 Short Wide - Super plain Vortec 4.8 4L60E trans also: '81 K30, '83 C30 Crew Dually, '84 M1028 CUCV, '85 M1009 CUCV, another '85 C10 SWB, '89 R3500 Flatbed

07-07-2004, 08:58 AM	#3
smokekiki Mike Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: west chester pa Posts: 2,473	I used a windshield wiper knob.Used a thin metal shim.The shaft on the wiper is slightly larger. __________________ 70'c/10, 71 suburban4x4 402bb, 72suburban 4/6 drop, 72k/5 4x4 blazer 4" lift 35 tires

07-07-2004, 01:34 PM	#4
TexSparks Registered User Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Mt. Vernon, Texas Posts: 65	Another option, Radio Shack carries an assortment of knobs with small set screws that will tighten against the shaft. __________________ '72 4x4 Blazer (in the works)



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