My '74 build- "Clifford"

[JohnC]

At least you're not spending money on both at the moment!

[Jonboy]

Hopefully that will change soon. I talked with the guys at Vintage Air last week, and the control heads are in. They are finishing the kits for 63-67 Corvettes right now, and will bring the trucks in to finish them. Of course, mine was last in, so it will be last out, but hopefully by the end of May they will be all finished. Just in time to cruise with cold A/C!

[JohnC]

Sweet!
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[Jonboy]

I thought I would go ahead and post an update. I am going to pick up the truck next weekend, and spend a couple of days in San Antonio. Good excuse for a family vacation, even if it is just for a 4 day weekend. I am really getting stoked to see my truck!!!!!

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

I thought I would go ahead and post an update. I am going to pick up the truck next weekend, and spend a couple of days in San Antonio. Good excuse for a family vacation, even if it is just for a 4 day weekend. I am really getting stoked to see my truck!!!!!

My mind still struggles w/this reality

[Jonboy]

Me too. I'm not going to know how to act.

[88Jimmy4x4]

cant wait to see it with the new a/c, should be a good cool down test on the drive back to Dallas in 100deg heat

[Jonboy]

I'm going to be a wuss and trailer it home. I've put about 4 miles on it since the engine swap. It's a lot shorter walk from work than it is from San Antonio.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

I'm going to be a wuss and trailer it home. I've put about 4 miles on it since the engine swap. It's a lot shorter walk from work than it is from San Antonio.

OMG..... Capitol WUSS!! That truck was awsome until YOU!! Never a worry about the road. I'm really startin' to worry brother......

[Jonboy]

The truck is still awesome. As much as it fought me replacing the engine, I'm not taking any chances. You can bet I will be driving it to work the following Monday, though.

[88Jimmy4x4]

Its kinda funny as Im doing almost the same changes as you. Im in process of doing my engine/trans swap. I am also collecting parts to change my interior to black, plus I have a tach cluster to swap in just like you.

expect alot of questions

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

The truck is still awesome. As much as it fought me replacing the engine, I'm not taking any chances. You can bet I will be driving it to work the following Monday, though.

Just messing w/you....

[Jonboy]

Originally Posted by 88Jimmy4x4

Its kinda funny as Im doing almost the same changes as you. Im in process of doing my engine/trans swap. I am also collecting parts to change my interior to black, plus I have a tach cluster to swap in just like you.

expect alot of questions

I'm happy to help. Just let me know.

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Just messing w/you....

You? naw.....

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

I'm happy to help. Just let me know.

You? naw.....

I say we clean her up & hit Kellers one Sat night sometime in the next couple of weeks?? Let's get those a-arms knocked out too.....

[Jonboy]

I'm ready. You won't know how to act in that truck with air conditioning.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Jonboy

I'm ready. You won't know how to act in that truck with air conditioning.

Not true..... It blew cold when I started driving it in 02 . It eventually leaked out & just wasn't a priority because just like everything else, I wouldn't want to just patch it (I would have wound up replacing the whole system).

Now, that 'fresh' 355 w/TBI & OD tranny..... that should put a grin on my chin!

[Jonboy]

I should have waited until you fixed the A/C........

Did you get your 454 back yet?

[SBTork]

Nice build, this is honestly one of my favorite trucks on here. If you get a chance, could you take some pics of the new a/c system once you get it back? It would be greatly appreciated. That is if you have time to get out from behind the steering wheel.

[Jonboy]

No problem, Adam. I figured I may have to take a few.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by SBTork

Nice build, this is honestly one of my favorite trucks on here. If you get a chance, could you take some pics of the new a/c system once you get it back? It would be greatly appreciated. That is if you have time to get out from behind the steering wheel.

Me too!

[JohnC]

Looking forward to seeing pics and hearing about the new system. It's about time!

[Jonboy]

I saw the truck yesterday, and it was definitely worth the wait. We are hanging out here in San Antonio for the weekend, so I will post plenty of pics when we get home Sunday. The Vintage Air system moves a lot more air than stock, and should have a 45* vent temp sitting still. It got pretty cold in there just in the few minutes we had it going at the shop. Everyone I dealt with there was great as well. If first impressions are anything, I highly recommend the Gen IV kit.
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[twoodson]

Congratulations Jon you have definitely been a patient soldier and I am glad it has paid off. I will be by on Monday to check it out. The twins finished track this past weekend, the boy has 2-3 more basketball tournaments and I will be done and hopefully be able to get back on the project. After July I will be free!!

[Jonboy]

Well, no new pics yet. Between trailer tires and a 2 year old, it was a long trip back. We got home to one of the house A/C units out and a 90* house. I have a couple of loose ends to fix up on the truck before I take it to work. I did get the battery replaced tonight (I had to so I could get it off the trailer) and got around the block. Not much update, but the truck is home safe and sound, where it belongs.
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[J Knight]

Jonboy, are you pic teasing us?