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**Clyde65** · 11-25-2009, 03:29 PM

What are you all using to mount the AC compressor? I have a sanden compressor from Old Air Products.

Custom 68 · 11-25-2009, 05:06 PM

I just used all the factory stuff (factory compressor). Mine is the truck accessories, it is a tight fit between the frame rails. I have to install it after the engine is in.
Dave

**Clyde65** · 11-25-2009, 05:09 PM

I hear, but don't really know, that you will have to notch the frame rather big, this is what I want to avoid. There is an aftermarket bracket that will work, but it is like $200.00+, which again, I want to avoid forking over a bunch.

Ackattack · 11-25-2009, 05:24 PM

I'm using an F-body compressor on a corvette bracket. I notched the frame just a little for line clearance. I haven't gotten it hooked up yet. I'll probably end up with a custom block on the back of the compressor.

**Clyde65** · 11-25-2009, 05:27 PM

Are you using fbody pulleys and stuff? or are they from a truck? I would like to see your idea. If ya dont mind that is.

68 short step · 11-26-2009, 01:36 AM

i use the factory truck mount with the factory truck compressor with performanceonline.com engine stands, and did no frame notching at all... fits like a glove.

Rokcrln · 11-26-2009, 02:40 AM

I have a 5.3L in my 72 Tahoe and with a DropMember the motor is raised up 2" and my stock set up fits great! No notching and the comp is on the motor when dropped in place.

Kevin
LFD Inc.

11-25-2009, 03:29 PM	#1
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	LS Engine guys What are you all using to mount the AC compressor? I have a sanden compressor from Old Air Products. __________________ 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!*

11-25-2009, 05:06 PM	#2
Custom 68 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Springfield, MO Posts: 2,939	Re: LS Engine guys I just used all the factory stuff (factory compressor). Mine is the truck accessories, it is a tight fit between the frame rails. I have to install it after the engine is in. Dave __________________ Dave 1968 Custom Chevy with turbo charged 5.3 gen III 4l80e swap 1967-71 GMC 3/4 ton long step 4x4 (not sure what year exactly?) "A good friend will bail you out of jail...but a true friend will be sitting next to you saying "that was frekin awesome". "If it doesn't fit force it...If it breaks then it needed to be replaced anyway!"

11-25-2009, 05:09 PM	#3
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: LS Engine guys I hear, but don't really know, that you will have to notch the frame rather big, this is what I want to avoid. There is an aftermarket bracket that will work, but it is like $200.00+, which again, I want to avoid forking over a bunch. __________________ 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!*

11-25-2009, 05:24 PM	#4
Ackattack Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Valley Center KS Posts: 3,524	Re: LS Engine guys I'm using an F-body compressor on a corvette bracket. I notched the frame just a little for line clearance. I haven't gotten it hooked up yet. I'll probably end up with a custom block on the back of the compressor. __________________ Project Bruiser: 68 Pro-Touring C-10 5.3L / 4L60E Project Ironhide: 97 GMC Crew Cab 4x4 Cummins SOLD: '69 GMC 1/2T SWB TBI'd: Project No Buck Assembly Manual Index Sign up Thread!!! Factory Service Manual Index

11-25-2009, 05:27 PM	#5
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: LS Engine guys Are you using fbody pulleys and stuff? or are they from a truck? I would like to see your idea. If ya dont mind that is. __________________ 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!*

11-26-2009, 01:36 AM	#6
68 short step Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: tulsa OK Posts: 3,070	Re: LS Engine guys i use the factory truck mount with the factory truck compressor with performanceonline.com engine stands, and did no frame notching at all... fits like a glove.

11-26-2009, 02:40 AM	#7
Rokcrln Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Winters Ca. 95694 Posts: 4,843	Re: LS Engine guys I have a 5.3L in my 72 Tahoe and with a DropMember the motor is raised up 2" and my stock set up fits great! No notching and the comp is on the motor when dropped in place. Kevin LFD Inc.



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