Question about what Vintage Air system i need - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

randomhero472 · 04-02-2008, 06:20 AM

Im about to get back to work on the truck and was looking tonight at the vintage air system i need. I'm going with a GenII kit, but am curious as to what i need, defrost/heat/cool or just heat/cool seeing as the truck only has 3 real vents (2 side on dash and the 2 small defrost run out of a Y) So im wondering if i dont need the defrost setup? thanks, looking forward to getting back to work, im shooting to have all the panels on, and the suspension done by june 1st

cameeks · 04-02-2008, 11:34 AM

I will be buying a kit in the near future so I'll be watching this.

So is the truck still down here? Also are you keeping it or still selling it?

I installed the seats I bought from you they are in my build thread.

67ChevyRedneck · 04-02-2008, 04:53 PM

I'm not sure what you're asking? Are you "putting something together" or looking to buy a complete kit?

Complete kit: 67-72 Sure Fit that works with the FACTORY A/C controller. If you don't have one, get one

You have very little control over the temp with the "heater" controller unit.

Check my sig for more info.

stope4 · 04-02-2008, 05:38 PM

You want defrost, but Vintage will fog windows up in morning. Is your truck is factory ac or not? Is that out of the question?

cameeks · 04-02-2008, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

I'm not sure what you're asking? Are you "putting something together" or looking to buy a complete kit?

Complete kit: 67-72 Sure Fit that works with the FACTORY A/C controller. If you don't have one, get one

You have very little control over the temp with the "heater" controller unit.

Check my sig for more info.

I have a few questions. Do they have a non vac. operated system? Do you have to remove the side vents? Also there are installs that I have seen where you don't see the heater control valve is there a way to hide it or is it a different system?

67ChevyRedneck · 04-02-2008, 08:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cameeks

I have a few questions. Do they have a non vac. operated system?

Mine is cable operated.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cameeks

Do you have to remove the side vents?

Yes/no. You have to remove the PS one. It doesn't REALLY need to be removed, but the heat/air unit covers it completely and will never be able to be opened again and I think because of "room" you would have to remove the operating handle for it anyway.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cameeks

Also there are installs that I have seen where you don't see the heater control valve is there a way to hide it or is it a different system?

I have no idea

It's got to go somewhere, right?

randomhero472 · 04-03-2008, 03:00 AM

not a factory truck, and am using the GenII electric unit, not the surefit, the difference in systems is the setup w/defrost has 5 total vents on v/a unit, 2 small vents for defrost, however since the truck only untilizes 3 vents total w/defrost is that somthing i need?

killer71 · 04-03-2008, 03:11 AM

hey randomhero....va has a great tech support system and they will be more than happy to getya goin...i have found that those guys will go outta there way to help ya out!!!
Giveem a shout!

randomhero472 · 04-03-2008, 04:56 AM

will do killer, thanks

stope4 · 04-03-2008, 06:59 AM

I would probably guess you want all five vents. My factory ac truck uses six vents. three for ac, one for heat and two for defrost.

cameeks · 04-03-2008, 10:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by randomhero472

not a factory truck, and am using the GenII electric unit, not the surefit, the difference in systems is the setup w/defrost has 5 total vents on v/a unit, 2 small vents for defrost, however since the truck only untilizes 3 vents total w/defrost is that somthing i need?

I'm thinking 2 by the window (defrost), 3 facing forward (a/c), and 2 facing the floor (heat).

Is there a big difference in cost between the 2 (the sure fit and the one you are going with)?

04-02-2008, 06:20 AM	#1
randomhero472 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 516	Question about what Vintage Air system i need Im about to get back to work on the truck and was looking tonight at the vintage air system i need. I'm going with a GenII kit, but am curious as to what i need, defrost/heat/cool or just heat/cool seeing as the truck only has 3 real vents (2 side on dash and the 2 small defrost run out of a Y) So im wondering if i dont need the defrost setup? thanks, looking forward to getting back to work, im shooting to have all the panels on, and the suspension done by june 1st __________________ 67' in the "build" process.. soon to be bagged, big wheels ect, finally got it back home!!

04-02-2008, 11:34 AM	#2
cameeks Long Fleet Club Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Deer Park, TX Posts: 5,666	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need I will be buying a kit in the near future so I'll be watching this. So is the truck still down here? Also are you keeping it or still selling it? I installed the seats I bought from you they are in my build thread. __________________ Chris Meeks '69 Chevy Custom/10 Long Bed <-- Thread of the work I did before selling. Truck is now finished to the new owners design and running around. I was shown some pictures of the finished product. At least it survived the junk yard. FAQ Index by Krue Site Vendors Subscribe Here Forum Rules

04-02-2008, 04:53 PM	#3
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need I'm not sure what you're asking? Are you "putting something together" or looking to buy a complete kit? Complete kit: 67-72 Sure Fit that works with the FACTORY A/C controller. If you don't have one, get one You have very little control over the temp with the "heater" controller unit. Check my sig for more info. __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

04-02-2008, 05:38 PM	#4
stope4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston Posts: 434	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need You want defrost, but Vintage will fog windows up in morning. Is your truck is factory ac or not? Is that out of the question?

04-03-2008, 03:00 AM	#7
randomhero472 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 516	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need not a factory truck, and am using the GenII electric unit, not the surefit, the difference in systems is the setup w/defrost has 5 total vents on v/a unit, 2 small vents for defrost, however since the truck only untilizes 3 vents total w/defrost is that somthing i need? __________________ 67' in the "build" process.. soon to be bagged, big wheels ect, finally got it back home!!

04-03-2008, 03:11 AM	#8
killer71 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: at work Posts: 2,552	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need hey randomhero....va has a great tech support system and they will be more than happy to getya goin...i have found that those guys will go outta there way to help ya out!!! Giveem a shout! __________________ R.I.P. Killer 71 10/26/07

04-03-2008, 04:56 AM	#9
randomhero472 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 516	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need will do killer, thanks __________________ 67' in the "build" process.. soon to be bagged, big wheels ect, finally got it back home!!

04-03-2008, 06:59 AM	#10
stope4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Houston Posts: 434	Re: Question about what Vintage Air system i need I would probably guess you want all five vents. My factory ac truck uses six vents. three for ac, one for heat and two for defrost.



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