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Air Conditioning

We do not sell the parts needed for air conditioning, they are all available off the shelf from retailers that can provide much better pricing than we can. However we DO offer the following information/guidelines for the process and parts, which is just as important as the parts themselves.

 

Parts list:

  • Compressor from RockAuto #58162
  • (4) M8x1.25x100mm bolts (for compressor)
  • Compressor pigtail from RockAuto or salvage yard MOTORCRAFT Part # WPT173 (#1U2Z14S411AJA)
  • Serpentine belt from RockAuto #K060837
  • A/C block from Doc's Blocks; Product ID: AA1930; Product Name: Ford Style Compressor Block (AC0697) with 90 degree fittings
  • receiver/drier from Van-Cafe; For your year/van
Concept:

You'll be using the Ford compressor attached to the van's existing A/C system.  In order to do this, you need to connect the existing A/C hoses to the Ford compressor. This is accomplished by splicing extensions to the existing lines in the van with the proper fittings to mate up to the compressor block that bolts to the back of the ford compressor. Many A/C and/or hydraulics shops can do this, but since it must be done on the vehicle, some cannot as they may only have bench mounted crimp tools for hose fittings.
The electrical hookup couldn't be simpler, the two wires that went to the old compressor clutch, will go to the pigtail on the new compressor, polarity is not important.

  • Make sure the A/C lines are routed well away from all heat sources, in particular they cannot be in close proximity to the exhaust unless they are well shielded from radiant heat which will cause them to fail. We suggest going rearward from the compressor along the oil pan seal line(using it as a guide for top/bottom positioning)and up over the bellhousing of the transmission, using the "wing" of the adapter plate as a partial shield. Pics will be added soon.
  • The receiver dryer must be replaced for proper A/C function EACH TIME the system is opened. Additionally the dryer itself should not be unsealed until the day the system is vac'ced/filled, to minimize exposure to atmosphere of the desiccant inside.
  • Have the system professionally serviced/filled unless you are already very familiar with A/C
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Hello, which direction does the "90 degree" AC block from docs blocks go? Are the lines okay to cut on an old uncharged system? - Sorry if that is a dumb question(s)
Tuesday 16 March 2010, 07:59
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