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Posted by: dlee6204 Oct 21 2013, 10:44 AM

I'm offering for sale a complete kit in order to mount an A/C compressor on top of the motor which requires no cutting to the engine shelf. I've been running a similar setup for some time with good results. (See this thread here : http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=192917) The compressor mounts directly to a non-smog engine fan shroud with no cutting or drilling.

This kit includes:

Compressor
Mount
Puller Adapter
Plated Pulley
Hardware
Belt


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A few notes:
-The compressor is currently set up to run R12. In order to run R134 the oil in the compressor needs to be changed out. I can do this for the cost of oil.
-The compressor fits without any major cutting or drilling however there may be interference with the engine bay insulating pad so minor modification to the pad may be necessary.
-A swivel allen wrench will be necessary to install the pulley adapter.
-Cosmetically the welds didn't come out perfect as I would have liked so if I make any more, they will be at a slightly increased price. This mount is still 100% functional as is.
-This kit, in theory, can be mounted with the engine in the car with the removal of the front tin.



Price: $360+Shipping

If you have any questions, just ask. beerchug.gif

Posted by: 914itis Oct 21 2013, 12:58 PM

Sweet, Just when I swapped my motor to a six.

Anything available for the six?

Posted by: cgnj Oct 21 2013, 01:04 PM

You know I followed this project.

PM sent

Posted by: dlee6204 Oct 21 2013, 01:43 PM

QUOTE(914itis @ Oct 21 2013, 02:58 PM) *

Sweet, Just when I swapped my motor to a six.

Anything available for the six?



Nope, sorry.

Posted by: bulitt Oct 22 2013, 04:10 PM

Doug- You need to post this over in the vendor section so it doesn't get lost.

Posted by: pvollma Sep 9 2014, 09:40 PM

QUOTE(dlee6204 @ Oct 21 2013, 12:44 PM) *

I'm offering for sale a complete kit in order to mount an A/C compressor on top of the motor which requires no cutting to the engine shelf. I've been running a similar setup for some time with good results. (See this thread here : http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=192917) The compressor mounts directly to a non-smog engine fan shroud with no cutting or drilling.

Price: $360+Shipping

If you have any questions, just ask. beerchug.gif


I have a 1976 2.0, that originally came with an air pump, but the pump has been removed by the PO. Can this kit still work, or can it be modified to work?

Posted by: RohJay Oct 1 2016, 05:35 AM

Are any of these components still available?
I'm interested in the Pulley with adapter and Compressor bracket. Thanks

Posted by: Guti 914 Feb 11 2019, 03:18 AM

I'm interested in the Pulley with adapter and Compressor bracket. Thanks
I want to know if you can send it to Spain (Europe), or at least that you could send me the plans with measures to do it myself here.
I want to install air conditioning to my 914 and the idea that you have invented seems great to me.

Thanks a lot.


Posted by: petlan55 Dec 15 2019, 10:48 AM

QUOTE(dlee6204 @ Oct 21 2013, 10:44 AM) *

I'm offering for sale a complete kit in order to mount an A/C compressor on top of the motor which requires no cutting to the engine shelf. I've been running a similar setup for some time with good results. (See this thread here : http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showtopic=192917) The compressor mounts directly to a non-smog engine fan shroud with no cutting or drilling.

This kit includes:

Compressor
Mount
Puller Adapter
Plated Pulley
Hardware
Belt


Attached Image
Attached Image
Attached Image
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A few notes:
-The compressor is currently set up to run R12. In order to run R134 the oil in the compressor needs to be changed out. I can do this for the cost of oil.
-The compressor fits without any major cutting or drilling however there may be interference with the engine bay insulating pad so minor modification to the pad may be necessary.
-A swivel allen wrench will be necessary to install the pulley adapter.
-Cosmetically the welds didn't come out perfect as I would have liked so if I make any more, they will be at a slightly increased price. This mount is still 100% functional as is.
-This kit, in theory, can be mounted with the engine in the car with the removal of the front tin.



Price: $360+Shipping

If you have any questions, just ask. :beer2 if possibl:





Hello, I am hoping to purchase a pulley addapter if that is still possible. My effort is using a serpentine belt and a micro "vane style" pump that are now available. Thanks, Peter

Posted by: friethmiller Mar 6 2020, 01:58 PM

Doug, Can I get the kit minus the compressor?

Posted by: Superhawk996 Mar 7 2020, 09:33 AM

QUOTE(friethmiller @ Mar 6 2020, 02:58 PM) *

Doug, Can I get the kit minus the compressor?


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I would be intersted in the same. Surprised the compressor is set up for R-12 with is virtually NLA . . . we'll not quite but stupid expensive none the less.

Great work on putting this together.

Posted by: Literati914 Mar 7 2020, 11:58 AM

This thread is from 2013 guys, Doug's not replied since then.

I'd love these items too, preferably in aluminum if possible.

Posted by: Superhawk996 Mar 7 2020, 12:53 PM

QUOTE(Literati914 @ Mar 7 2020, 12:58 PM) *

This thread is from 2013 guys, Doug's not replied since then.

I'd love these items too, preferably in aluminum if possible.


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Completely missed that! Bummer!

Posted by: friethmiller Mar 11 2020, 11:38 AM

I was hoping he was still active and would reply. Guys, just bought the A/C kit from Classic Auto Air for my '74. A/C isn't an option down here in TX. I'm going to have to do enough cutting as it is and I don't want to cut into the engine tin/self, if i don't have to. I didn't see anything in the vendor area. Thoughts?

Posted by: BeatNavy Mar 11 2020, 04:09 PM

Why doesn't someone PM him? He's still active here on the World (he was logged on today). Maybe he's not paying attention to the classifieds.

Posted by: Literati914 Mar 11 2020, 05:15 PM

QUOTE(BeatNavy @ Mar 11 2020, 05:09 PM) *

Why doesn't someone PM him? He's still active here on the World (he was logged on today). Maybe he's not paying attention to the classifieds.



I thought I did, so I checked my out going PM... Nov. 9,2018 - no reply.




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Posted by: BeatNavy Mar 11 2020, 05:53 PM

QUOTE(Literati914 @ Mar 11 2020, 07:15 PM) *

QUOTE(BeatNavy @ Mar 11 2020, 05:09 PM) *

Why doesn't someone PM him? He's still active here on the World (he was logged on today). Maybe he's not paying attention to the classifieds.



I thought I did, so I checked my out going PM... Nov. 9,2018 - no reply.


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Well, that is curious then. Surprised he hasn't at least responded.

Posted by: 914sgofast2 Mar 11 2020, 07:39 PM

I want to buy one of these ac kits if they are still available!!!
Mike D

Posted by: GregAmy Mar 11 2020, 07:42 PM

I've often wondered how the compressors mounted for the /4s. Good info.

Posted by: 76-914 Mar 11 2020, 08:07 PM

QUOTE(GregAmy @ Mar 11 2020, 06:42 PM) *

I've often wondered how the compressors mounted for the /4s. Good info.

That is his way and it works well. He's been running his set-up for several years. Neat and logical. beerchug.gif

Posted by: dlee6204 Mar 15 2020, 07:12 AM

It's true. I've been off the grid for a while in regards to A/C stuff. After completing the initial development on this stuff, life really took off for me. Finished school, got a job, had two kids and I also moved to the mountains where A/C is not required. I've had quite a few inquire about this stuff over the years but I've never been in a position to start the project back up as I've had so much going on with "life".

With that being said I am now working on making a small volume of pullies and adapters to get started. I also have some more prototyping work going on with the mount. Hopefully I will be able to offer more in the future but no guarantee as to if/when that will happen.

In the meantime if anyone would like to tackle their own AC system, I am more than happy to help and support anyway I can.

Posted by: wes Mar 15 2020, 02:13 PM

I’ll be watching and very interested.

Posted by: BeatNavy Mar 15 2020, 02:35 PM

Congrats to you, Doug. Life sounds good thumb3d.gif

I'll be watching for your A/C stuff (and those beautiful rocker panels in the other thread) if it becomes available.

Good luck!

Posted by: friethmiller Apr 15 2020, 07:31 PM

Sounds good, Doug! Can you put me in for a pre-order, if and when you have them available? I'm 2 1/2 years into a complete restoration on my '74. Mounting the compressor on the engine seems like it will be "forever" from now.

Posted by: racingredsc Apr 16 2020, 03:42 PM

I'd like the complete set up. That would give me a reason to go to the mountains.

QUOTE(friethmiller @ Apr 15 2020, 09:31 PM) *

Sounds good, Doug! Can you put me in for a pre-order, if and when you have them available? I'm 2 1/2 years into a complete restoration on my '74. Mounting the compressor on the engine seems like it will be "forever" from now.


Posted by: wes Apr 16 2020, 10:54 PM

QUOTE(racingredsc @ Apr 16 2020, 02:42 PM) *

I'd like the complete set up. That would give me a reason to go to the mountains.
QUOTE(friethmiller @ Apr 15 2020, 09:31 PM) *

Sounds good, Doug! Can you put me in for a pre-order, if and when you have them available? I'm 2 1/2 years into a complete restoration on my '74. Mounting the compressor on the engine seems like it will be "forever" from now.



I’d also like to be inline for a complete set up when the time comes.

Posted by: euro911 Apr 17 2020, 02:24 AM

I'm reupholstering our white 914 ('HOWARD) with a tan interior to keep it cool, but just in case it isn't enough to keep the temps down ... idea.gif

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Posted by: ejmetz Apr 17 2020, 07:17 AM

Hi Doug - we messaged a while ago, but please keep me on your list as well. Thanks!

Posted by: friethmiller May 1 2020, 08:53 AM

Well, I started the installation process of my A/C on my '74 the other weekend. I went with the Classic Auto Air system. My plan was to just cut the holes needed for the hoses and condenser box prior to painting the [top side of my] car. Here are some photos of the condenser install:


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Posted by: sfrenck May 1 2020, 12:19 PM

How close to the ground does the condensor intake lip sit?



Posted by: Literati914 May 1 2020, 07:50 PM

Something I've always wondered about..does the valance or air dam not interfere with the air into that intake scoop?

Posted by: friethmiller May 3 2020, 12:09 PM

Excellent question. I didn’t even think about that smile.gif. I’ll pull the valance out and see about the clearance. God help me if I have to make any more cuts! That damn compressor is going to be “top-mounted”, I can tell you that!

Posted by: BeatNavy May 3 2020, 02:07 PM

I think the scoop is a kind of a non-issue. The condenser has a pretty good size fan to push (or pull?) air across it, so I'm not sure how much of it requires air movement under the car.

I've got a similar setup from a shop I worked with in Las Vegas (can't remember their name). I haven't been driving my car in work clothes in the summer as much and I'm really hesitant to start cutting up the frunk. I've had it on the shelf for almost 2 years now.

Posted by: friethmiller May 13 2020, 08:46 PM

QUOTE(Literati914 @ May 1 2020, 08:50 PM) *

Something I've always wondered about..does the valance or air dam not interfere with the air into that intake scoop?

I looked at the bottom of the valance and it's contact points and can say that this condenser scoop is below and back from that. Once I get the car painted and go to reassemble everything, I will definitely post pictures.

Posted by: wes Jun 27 2020, 12:21 PM

QUOTE(dlee6204 @ Mar 15 2020, 06:12 AM) *

It's true. I've been off the grid for a while in regards to A/C stuff. After completing the initial development on this stuff, life really took off for me. Finished school, got a job, had two kids and I also moved to the mountains where A/C is not required. I've had quite a few inquire about this stuff over the years but I've never been in a position to start the project back up as I've had so much going on with "life".

With that being said I am now working on making a small volume of pullies and adapters to get started. I also have some more prototyping work going on with the mount. Hopefully I will be able to offer more in the future but no guarantee as to if/when that will happen.

In the meantime if anyone would like to tackle their own AC system, I am more than happy to help and support anyway I can.


Pm sent just in the case you might have one of the pulley adapters or more. Thanks

Posted by: friethmiller Sep 7 2020, 12:25 PM

Ok, started building-up my short block this weekend. It won't be long now before I'll be looking to mount my A/C compressor. Doug, any plans to start building these kits again? If not, any chance you can you let me know the length of the pulley extender so I can start the process of fabricating my own. Thanks in advance.

Posted by: friethmiller Feb 26 2021, 08:28 AM

Update: my engine had some clearance issues after Fat/Rimco cleared the case. Standup folks out there. Ended up sending it back to them and had them build the entire engine to make it right. Engine is arriving Mar 2nd. Need to get back to the A/C pulling and bracket stuff. Does anyone have any updated info on possibly acquiring the mount and pull system? Or, at least the specs so I start fabricating these parts. Thanks in advance.

Posted by: dlee6204 Feb 26 2021, 08:42 AM

@http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=22863 I got your PM the other day but forgot to get back to you. PM your way shortly.

Posted by: Literati914 Feb 26 2021, 08:45 AM

QUOTE(friethmiller @ Sep 7 2020, 12:25 PM) *

.. Doug, any plans to start building these kits again? If not, any chance you can you let me know the length of the pulley extender so I can start the process of fabricating my own. Thanks in advance.

QUOTE(friethmiller @ Feb 26 2021, 08:28 AM) *

.. Need to get back to the A/C pulling and bracket stuff. Does anyone have any updated info on possibly acquiring the mount and pull system? Or, at least the specs so I start fabricating these parts. Thanks in advance.

I wish you luck on this, I need these items also, maybe @http://www.914world.com/bbs2/index.php?showuser=5956 will drop in with an update and/or offer up design info (if he's not interested in producing them - which is understandable too).


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Posted by: wes Feb 26 2021, 12:41 PM

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