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Up dating my air (1/8)
 8/10/24 2:41pm
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Nokomis, FL - USA

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1973 t-top 350 375hp torch red


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Up dating my air. Using vir eliminator. What compressor do I use. Probable changing hoses too

 

 

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Re: Up dating my air (2/8)
 8/11/24 7:34am
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Grapevine, TX - USA

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1972 LT-1 convertible with factory air. 2017 Black Rose Grand Sport convertible.


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There is a newer direct drop in replacement for the A6 compressor called an S6.  Half the weight and less drag on the engine.



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Re: Up dating my air (3/8)
 8/11/24 7:45am
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Thanks Gary, your reply is very appreciated. I will be looking for a s6 tomorrow.

Re: Up dating my air (4/8)
 8/11/24 8:44am
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Spray it black and slap an original green sticker on it and it will look almost stock.

https://www.amazon.com/Old-Air-Products-Compressor-21-2201SH/dp/B0754N39QV

72 - 73 Vettes had the superheat switch I believe.



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Re: Up dating my air (5/8)
 8/11/24 10:48am
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What's a superheated switch

Re: Up dating my air (6/8)
 8/11/24 3:41pm
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Superheat.  Beats me.  Maybe Joel will chime in.  72 and 73 had a superheat switch.  The others I think had a pressure switch.

I'm a pilot, not an a/c guy. 😁



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Re: Up dating my air (7/8)
 8/11/24 5:22pm
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I'm retired, I know nothing!

Re: Up dating my air (8/8)
 8/21/24 5:08pm
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It's a little round switch on the back of the compressor. If pressure gets too high it will blow off and need to be replaced.  It's on any of the long Fridgedaire (A6) compressors for years... I believe they changed to the smaller compressor in 1978..






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