TexRiv_63 Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 I am looking to convert my non-ac LeSabre and add air conditioning. This conversion could range from a full factory refit to a simple underdash addition depending on what I can find. I am interested in any applicable parts from individual to complete systems. Of special interest are factory in-car air outlets and housings, controls, three groove damper and water pump pulleys, fan and fan clutch, compressor and alternator brackets, let me know what you have available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrlforfun Posted September 16, 2023 Share Posted September 16, 2023 Dan: May I make a suggestion? Mitch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted September 16, 2023 Author Share Posted September 16, 2023 14 hours ago, lrlforfun said: Dan: May I make a suggestion? Mitch ?? sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrlforfun Posted September 18, 2023 Share Posted September 18, 2023 Dan: I pal put factory A/C in his B-60. By the time he got it working he was in it mid teens in costs. If you can get a retro kit and a guy who knows what he's doing you will be in the project much cheaper, a faster finish and possibly much more efficient. If you MUST have a factory air conversion I'd find a B-60 local to you and swap. You can find beat B-60's for cheap with factory air somewhat locally especially in Texas where many factory A/C units were sold new. That would give you a road map and a much better shot compared to doing components from here and there. I did it once in a 67 Corvette and that was tough job. Mitch 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexRiv_63 Posted September 18, 2023 Author Share Posted September 18, 2023 14 hours ago, lrlforfun said: Dan: I pal put factory A/C in his B-60. By the time he got it working he was in it mid teens in costs. If you can get a retro kit and a guy who knows what he's doing you will be in the project much cheaper, a faster finish and possibly much more efficient. If you MUST have a factory air conversion I'd find a B-60 local to you and swap. You can find beat B-60's for cheap with factory air somewhat locally especially in Texas where many factory A/C units were sold new. That would give you a road map and a much better shot compared to doing components from here and there. I did it once in a 67 Corvette and that was tough job. Mitch Thanks Mitch. I most likely will do a retro install, most likely a knee knocker under dash. However some factory parts especially underhood are still needed and If I can find factory stuff reasonably who knows. I've done conversions before and would at least try to DIY. I love my car and will definitely not be swapping it for another. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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