Smaller a/c compressor??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

davecarney2 · 01-16-2014, 11:29 PM

Putting a 6.0 in my 59 with a Porterbuilt dropmember. My a/c compressor is hitting the rack and crossmember. Rumor has it there is a smaller a/c compressor that will bolt up and works the same way. Any suggestions???

ls1nova71 · 01-16-2014, 11:41 PM

What A/C system are you using?

davecarney2 · 01-17-2014, 08:48 AM

I haven't bought any a/c components yet. Was thinking vintage air but not dead set on it. Really would like to be able to leave the compressor low if possible.

Andy4639 · 01-17-2014, 08:52 AM

All of the ones I have personally seen are read about you will have to do some metal bending are cutting to use the lower mounted AC.They will go in and work but if you ever have to service it you will have a heck of a time.

**Clyde65** · 01-17-2014, 09:22 AM

There are several companies that sell a high mount AC compressor bracket for the LSx swaps, Kwik performance comes to mind right now. They usually use the Sanden compressors and I think I saw one that used the old GM A4 compressor too....

**Hart_Rod** · 01-17-2014, 10:20 AM

Holley makes a great bracket setup, if you are looking for a factory look. Here's a pictures of my son's setup (Porterbuilt extreme drop).

davecarney2 · 01-17-2014, 10:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Holley makes a great bracket setup, if you are looking for a factory look. Here's a pictures of my son's setup (Porterbuilt extreme drop).

Looks good may go that route. What a/c setup is he going with???

**Hart_Rod** · 01-17-2014, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davecarney2

Looks good may go that route. What a/c setup is he going with???

Vintage Air Gen IV with a Sanden 507 compressor. Same setup that I have in my 68.

Andy4639 · 01-17-2014, 12:30 PM

Bruce at www.hawksthirdgencamaro.com used LS1 bracket for mine. Just left they are still waiting on the new compressor with serpitene clutch though. He said next Friday hopefully!

01-16-2014, 11:29 PM	#1
davecarney2 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Catawba NC Posts: 230	Smaller a/c compressor??? Putting a 6.0 in my 59 with a Porterbuilt dropmember. My a/c compressor is hitting the rack and crossmember. Rumor has it there is a smaller a/c compressor that will bolt up and works the same way. Any suggestions??? __________________ Bagged 1959 GMC 1969 C-30 dump My 59 build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=592878

01-16-2014, 11:41 PM	#2
ls1nova71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Independence Mo Posts: 4,118	Re: Smaller a/c compressor??? What A/C system are you using? __________________ My '72 short bed build. http://www.ls1tech.com/forums/conver...6-0-4l80e.html 5.3 swap into my RUSTY '71 C10 http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversion...71-c-10-a.html

01-17-2014, 08:48 AM	#3
davecarney2 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Catawba NC Posts: 230	Re: Smaller a/c compressor??? I haven't bought any a/c components yet. Was thinking vintage air but not dead set on it. Really would like to be able to leave the compressor low if possible. __________________ Bagged 1959 GMC 1969 C-30 dump My 59 build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=592878

01-17-2014, 08:52 AM	#4
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Smaller a/c compressor??? All of the ones I have personally seen are read about you will have to do some metal bending are cutting to use the lower mounted AC.They will go in and work but if you ever have to service it you will have a heck of a time. __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

01-17-2014, 09:22 AM	#5
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,540	Re: Smaller a/c compressor??? There are several companies that sell a high mount AC compressor bracket for the LSx swaps, Kwik performance comes to mind right now. They usually use the Sanden compressors and I think I saw one that used the old GM A4 compressor too.... __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

01-17-2014, 10:20 AM	#6
Hart_Rod ************* Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 17,837	Re: Smaller a/c compressor??? Holley makes a great bracket setup, if you are looking for a factory look. Here's a pictures of my son's setup (Porterbuilt extreme drop). Attached Images __________________ Rob - https://www.instagram.com/hart_rod_c10 As Iron Sharpens Iron, So One Man Sharpens Another. Proverbs 27:17 FOR SALE: DBW pedal bracket - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=651123 FOR SALE: Hood Brackets http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=679945 1987 Silverado SWB - 34.5K original miles http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=801834 1969 SuperBurb - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=200387 1968 Farm truck - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=358692 1968 SWB - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=551258 1948 Chevy - http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=122164&page=3

01-17-2014, 12:30 PM	#9
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,936	Re: Smaller a/c compressor??? Bruce at www.hawksthirdgencamaro.com used LS1 bracket for mine. Just left they are still waiting on the new compressor with serpitene clutch though. He said next Friday hopefully! __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.



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