Well, that's a good question. So far, @ $1600 for unit, condenser and the good vents. Vents alone were $100 a piece, x4. I still need a dryer and some fancy hoses.
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Thanks Ron. That seems to be the ballpark for other systems as well...once you're done with all the accessories. I might be able to fit the Restomod unit, but it takes up most of the firewall They don't offer mockup units so it's tough to tell how it would look. Made a cardboard template, but that looks lousy!
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Thanks gmac and Geoff!
This Troopy is just gorgeous! The old school bib and finishing pieces add a great touch.
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Starting the Old Air 2100 series system install. AC newb here so this ought to be interesting and a learning experience. Painted the unit with SEM Color Coat and installed mounting studs with spacers for the firewall. Fitting the controller into the dash. Installed the AC comp with Old Air brackets.
I have to sort out the relocation OR elimination of the oil cooler which is currently in front of the radiator...where the condenser needs to live.
Question: On a 6.0L LQ4, is the oil cooler necessary? Not quite sure where to put it.
Trying to figure out where to run the hoses into the cab. The v8 is too close to the stock heater line holes in the firewall, so that's out. Considering installing them next to the clutch master.
Question: Any concerns with this location or suggestions?
I have to sort out the relocation OR elimination of the oil cooler which is currently in front of the radiator...where the condenser needs to live.
Question: On a 6.0L LQ4, is the oil cooler necessary? Not quite sure where to put it.
Trying to figure out where to run the hoses into the cab. The v8 is too close to the stock heater line holes in the firewall, so that's out. Considering installing them next to the clutch master.
Question: Any concerns with this location or suggestions?
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Rt hand drive and the fittings for that unit are on the Rt hand side that looks like ur best bet
U might run into interference on ur vent routing with the control panel there. I put mine in the ash tray slot
probably depends on your climate if you need the cooler or not you can buy blank plates to bypass the cooler hoses down by the oil filter, I've never bothered running a cooler on my engine (non race application and cooler climate)
Awesome troopy mate
On my 5.3, I used the auto trans. cooler built into the aftermarket radiator. I believe a lot of guys use the plate above and run their oil pressure line to it, not using the cooler. You could also run a small cooler in front or below your condenser.
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Thanks. Trying to find other locations for the vents and may mount them under the dash. Searching for good looking, non-plastic, under dash vents, but there's not much out there. It's either $14 for plastic or $100+ for aluminum.
Called my local GM dealer and ordered it up! Thanks for the help and comment.
If it runs hot after I remove the large cooler, I'll look for a smaller cooler that will fit with the condenser. Good idea!
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Got the Old Air unit mounted and it fits pretty well. While the TC shifter does not hit the housing, it is close enough that the vinyl boot will rub on it. Considering cutting the TC shifter 90% of the way through at the base and bending it back about 1/8" OR removing it, heating it up and bending it back. Any opinions on that?
Also started working on the M12000 due to the exterior starting to rust. The internals looked like new which was a relief. Ordered new gaskets, drum bushings, bolts, and struts. Sandblasted it and like the polished look, although it might be too blingy. Has anyone cleared their winch as opposed to painting? Are there any HD clear coatings that would last or better off painting?
*Thanks to Mark@Cruisercrap for the sweet SYF shiftball.
Also started working on the M12000 due to the exterior starting to rust. The internals looked like new which was a relief. Ordered new gaskets, drum bushings, bolts, and struts. Sandblasted it and like the polished look, although it might be too blingy. Has anyone cleared their winch as opposed to painting? Are there any HD clear coatings that would last or better off painting?
*Thanks to Mark@Cruisercrap for the sweet SYF shiftball.
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Removed the oil cooler and installed the block off. It's not even leaking! On to mounting the condenser.
Finished restoring the M12000. Considering swapping it out for an 8274 to sit lower and have the winch line go through the bumper.
Finished restoring the M12000. Considering swapping it out for an 8274 to sit lower and have the winch line go through the bumper.
Any progress on the AC install? I'm nearly to the point of pulling the trigger on an Old Air unit.
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Not since last post. I'll be resuming the install soon and will post updates as they happen.
Randy, I just saw pictures of what you did to this Rig. Very nice Work & ideas.
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Got busy last summer and have a few updates. Starting with 35s and Mark's awesome shackles. Not many good options for extended shackles and these helped level the rake. Standard OME shackles had a 5" rake VS Mark's shackles helped tune it to 2" rake. 2.5" extended on the front with 1.5" extended on the rear.
