Aftermarket AC compressors Options

[technicalninja]

Does anyone have a modern compressor installed in a 914?

If so, I'd love more information on this.

I run a shop that specializes in automotive AC systems and my play-toys all have killer ac.

https://granburyautoac.com/

I'm planning a 134 conversion that uses a condenser behind the bumper and I need a modern compressor to make this work. The bumper has to be either a fiberglass replacement or something else (space reasons). I'll be using a modified 916 front cap.

The square York style needs to "leave the building"...

Any suggestions?

[technicalninja]

Here's a pic of my compressor set-up prior to install. This is a Sanden 508. The compressor mount is from Doug (dlee6204). I had a buddy with a lathe produce the stand-off pulley.

That's the easiest and most straightforward way of skinning this cat.
The 508 is the most adaptable compressor and the compressor itself is one of the most reliable on the market.

Didn't you have clearance trouble with the firewall pad?

I want to try and keep an aftermarket compressor either in the original York mounting location or (better IMO) directly under the tin on the same side.

Having the Sanden in the middle up top will affect ideas I have for an EFI fuel system.
I need the space...

If you have no plans for this area this way is probably the most logical path.
It will be damn sure the easiest to install!

That Sanden has enough volume for a medium sized SUV...

The 4 rib serp belt is well done. I'd have spaced that compressor backwards (if possible) so the belt would ride on the forward section of the clutch pully.

[friethmiller]

Here's a pic of my compressor set-up prior to install. This is a Sanden 508. The compressor mount is from Doug (dlee6204). I had a buddy with a lathe produce the stand-off pulley.

That's the easiest and most straightforward way of skinning this cat.
The 508 is the most adaptable compressor and the compressor itself is one of the most reliable on the market.

Didn't you have clearance trouble with the firewall pad?

I want to try and keep an aftermarket compressor either in the original York mounting location or (better IMO) directly under the tin on the same side.

Having the Sanden in the middle up top will affect ideas I have for an EFI fuel system.
I need the space...

If you have no plans for this area this way is probably the most logical path.
It will be damn sure the easiest to install!

That Sanden has enough volume for a medium sized SUV...

The 4 rib serp belt is well done. I'd have spaced that compressor backwards (if possible) so the belt would ride on the forward section of the clutch pully.

Yeah, I'm not saying this is the best way to do it. It's just "a way" to do it. The top-mount has it's challenges too. You've got limited space b/w the firewall in front and the oil fill reservoir in the back. I cut a small square out of my firewall pad to make sure there wouldn't be any problems. Going any further back with the compressor makes issues with the Oil Fill. I have seen things done here by others to provide a more "rearward" mount. With all that said, my current project is an LE with dealer A/C. I plan on buying a new compressor and implementing the traditional side-mount.

[ClayPerrine]

I plan on buying a new compressor and implementing the traditional side-mount.

I will trade you a side mount for a Sanden compressor for this one. I will even pay for shipping.

Clay