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**kwmech** · 06-01-2005, 10:38 PM

In the LMC catalog, in the AC section they show the levers separatly for AC. Does that sound right? If it is, how do you guys change them? Grind the small rivets off the back--drill and tap or what? Would be cheaper than buying the whole assy. when 1 lever is broken.

Fred T · 06-02-2005, 12:05 AM

Usually the defrost lever is the first to break. I bought mine from www.bowtiebits.com and it was made by Cold Air. After using it, I was very happy. Don't know what LMC is selling, usually their parts aren't the best you can get.

The kit had well written instructions to remove the pin, drill a hole and use the included bolt and spacer. Works great.

There's a reason the lever broke, replace the cables while you have it apart.

**kwmech** · 06-02-2005, 12:07 AM

Top lever broke, already took care of the cables. Pulled them out and dumped the graphite speedo lube down them and worked them good. Readjusted the cables--good to go. Still have the broken unit, in good shape xcept for the one lever.

blazerparts · 06-02-2005, 10:40 AM

get a steel lever vs. the cast

jtminton · 06-02-2005, 11:49 AM

Can anybody tell me why there is such a range in prices? I have seen everthing from $7.95 (GMCPauls) to $23 (Cheyenne Super Man).

**kwmech** · 06-02-2005, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by blazerparts

get a steel lever vs. the cast

That is what I am wondering, plus I didn't know that the AC levers were available or replaceable, I've always swapped out the levers for the regular heater control. The AC controlunit is all riveted together.

06-01-2005, 10:38 PM	#1
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,502	AC lever control In the LMC catalog, in the AC section they show the levers separatly for AC. Does that sound right? If it is, how do you guys change them? Grind the small rivets off the back--drill and tap or what? Would be cheaper than buying the whole assy. when 1 lever is broken.

06-02-2005, 12:05 AM	#2
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Usually the defrost lever is the first to break. I bought mine from www.bowtiebits.com and it was made by Cold Air. After using it, I was very happy. Don't know what LMC is selling, usually their parts aren't the best you can get. The kit had well written instructions to remove the pin, drill a hole and use the included bolt and spacer. Works great. There's a reason the lever broke, replace the cables while you have it apart. __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

06-02-2005, 10:40 AM	#4
blazerparts No,I DON'T have Tourett's Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 556	get a steel lever vs. the cast __________________ '72 K5 CST 350/350 Daily Driver '69 GMC3500 Camper Special CST Flatbed 396/400 Upgraded to show truck '69 GMC 2500 L6292, 3spd beater

06-02-2005, 11:49 AM	#5
jtminton II Timothy 4:2 Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 361	Can anybody tell me why there is such a range in prices? I have seen everthing from $7.95 (GMCPauls) to $23 (Cheyenne Super Man). __________________ 72 C-20 2WD LWB Custom Camper Deluxe 350 4 Speed "Project Lazarus" MY TRUE PRIDE AND JOY "Dangit, Bobby, people will see that oil stain and think I'm a drunk."

06-02-2005, 12:07 AM	#3
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,502	Top lever broke, already took care of the cables. Pulled them out and dumped the graphite speedo lube down them and worked them good. Readjusted the cables--good to go. Still have the broken unit, in good shape xcept for the one lever.



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