Calling the Subagurus, using the stock subaru AC in a 914 conversion? Options

[FourBlades]

I really like the subaru conversions being done here lately.

Got me wondering how hard it would be to adapt the subaru AC components to a 914.

I realize that new barrier hoses will be needed because of the length.

The ac console may not fit either.

Where does the AC compressor sit on the motor and would it fit in the 914 engine bay?

Thanks,

John

[Tom_T]

John & DB -

Unless you're getting the Subie AC essentially free to modify & install (& not even pick-a-part gives them away), and use caution with the aftermarket conversions which are usually worse butcher jobs than some of the less conscientious Porsche+Audi dealers did on the 914s back in the day & all too often never working properly (i.e.: the local AC shops & car modder shops).

Otherwise IMHO, you're better off getting the updated new R134 system (by same guy who designed the original DPD 914 AC) & install it, since it's all specifically designed & set-up for our 914s & is pretty much a bolt-in unit/system. I don't know if their available directly from the mfgr. &/or other suppliers/retails, but AA carries them in 2 flavors:

http://www.autoatlanta.com/detail.php?Part...l_number=184681

http://www.autoatlanta.com/detail.php?Part...l_number=184680

I think that when all is said & done, you'd spend more dough in mods, parts & the Subie or other Hot Rodder AC plus your extra time to modify everything - price your time at what the shop charges or what you could make working extra, or to pay a shop to do so - than the cost of these plus less time to install it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif)

Hope my 2 cents & the links above are helpful. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Cheers! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)