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07-08-2010, 12:39 AM
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Location: Las Vegas NV
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My A/C Installation
I installed air conditioning on my '69. I'm absolutely loving it! It was 107 in Vegas today and I was as cool as a cucumber.The kit was from Old Air. I purchased it from a local vendor. The instructions were pretty straightforward, and very easy to follow. I did wander as I often do from the well guided path though. The center vent below the heater controls looks goofy mounted the way that they tell you to install it. I made a simple bracket from some 22g sheet metal. It's pop-riveted to the plastic housing, and attaches with the two big screws that hold the heater controls. This made a big improvement in the overall appearance.
I haven't painted it yet, but it's ready. I'm driving it to Reno for Hot August Nights this year. It will definitely be painted by then.  
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07-08-2010, 12:55 AM
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Re: My A/C Installation
You can't beat
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A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy.  67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk.  1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc  JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder! Last edited by 70cst; 07-08-2010 at 01:43 AM. |
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07-08-2010, 01:01 AM
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Re: My A/C Installation
Love the wrench shifter.....
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07-08-2010, 01:42 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Henderson Nv
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Re: My A/C Installation
nice to see you got it done :] i think im going to attend at reno as well but congrats time to do mine
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07-08-2010, 03:05 AM
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Join Date: May 2007
Location: Southern Cal
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Re: My A/C Installation
I was in Vegas two days ago...was hot!! I put the Old Air A-10 replacement compressor in my truck and it is awesome!
Nothing beats cold A/C in the hot summer, enjoy
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07-08-2010, 01:13 PM
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Re: My A/C Installation
Thanks guys I'm really happy with the way things worked out. One of the things I like was that it used, although modified the original controls. Until now my truck lacked all creature comforts or amenities. I don't plan on adding power steering, power brakes, or even armrests in the near future, but this A/C real nice!
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07-09-2010, 02:14 PM
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Re: My A/C Installation
I had new window tint installed today. The direct sun through un-tinted side windows was rather brutal. It's much better now. They told me it would be legal for California. I sure hope I don't get hassled when I drive there this weekend. They usually don't bug you in NV. Probably sympathy.
First picture with these hubcaps, and my new grille insert. 
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07-09-2010, 06:18 PM
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Re: My A/C Installation
It is not legal in California....but I doubt you will be hassled. My wife's truck has limo black all the way around, installed in Vegas yrs. ago before she moved here. Never had a problem, cops roll by me all the time.
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