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> TO A/C or not to A/C air conditioing, Should I keep the a/c unit or not
jc914
post Oct 24 2008, 08:21 AM
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I have a 1973 2.0 and it came from the dealership with the a/c unit. it currently does not work. I am planning on restoring the car early next year. My main questions is if i remove the A/C unit will that bring down the value of the car.... The only benefit i have from getting it fixed is that i live in Miami Fl. and i like how my car looks with the silver window tint. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Oct 24 2008, 08:33 AM
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IMHO, a restoration means you're restoring it to what it came with from the factory. I'd leave it in. You probably will use it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Oct 24 2008, 08:41 AM
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QUOTE(markb @ Oct 24 2008, 07:33 AM) *

IMHO, a restoration means you're restoring it to what it came with from the factory. I'd leave it in. You probably will use it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)


Ah yes, but if restoration means you're "restoring it to what it came with from the factory," then you would have to remove it, because 914s did not come from the factory with air...dealership add on.

But Mark is right....you'll need it in Florida...leave it.
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post Oct 24 2008, 08:43 AM
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I agree... you should leave it in.
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post Oct 24 2008, 09:00 AM
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I bought mine from my brother when we lived in Homestead. By all means, keep the a/c. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Oct 24 2008, 09:12 AM
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Thanks guys i am going to fix it it just to hot down here. Just got to save more money. May be christmas might be nice to me this year... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/santa_smiley.gif)
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post Oct 24 2008, 09:29 AM
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I took mine out, welded all the holes closed, and replaced the A/C induced rusted front trunk with a good one.

I figure if it is that hot, I just won't drive the 914. But, hot in the MidA is not the same as Florida hot. Florida hot just gets silly.

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post Oct 24 2008, 11:47 AM
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If you're gonna leave the A/C in which you'll really use, swap the piston style compressor out for a late model centrifugal model. They run so much smoother and may even take less power to run.
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post Oct 24 2008, 12:55 PM
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Not only run the rotary style Sanden compressor, but also first and foremost change out the front condensor fan for a modern more eficient one. Take the front condesor box apart and see how small the fan and motor is. I just changed mine because I was shocked at the wopping 5" fan that was original. Now I have a full 13" Spal fan. I also moved the location of the compressor to on top of the motor for better ease of belt changes and recharging the system. I'll take some pics and post them if anyone is interested.
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post Oct 24 2008, 12:55 PM
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Thanks Bruce Hinds for the informartion where can i buy and what centrifugal model do i need. I do like the idea of using less power to run. When it was working it would just suck power out and overtime work for the alternator
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post Oct 24 2008, 12:56 PM
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QUOTE(Bruce Hinds @ Oct 24 2008, 01:47 PM) *

If you're gonna leave the A/C in which you'll really use, swap the piston style compressor out for a late model centrifugal model. They run so much smoother and may even take less power to run.
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Dude you live in South Florida, for comfort and resell value, keep your A/C. Yes it did not come from the factory with A/C, but it was delivered by the dealer that way and is a Porsche approved dealer add on. It will cost you to update. Barrier hoses, modern compressor, compressor mount, R134a conversion. Think about comfort and the comfort of your passenger.

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post Oct 24 2008, 12:56 PM
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zambezi PLEASE PLEASE post some pics. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!

does anyone know about how much this would all cost. to update the a/c
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post Oct 24 2008, 01:31 PM
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ok i found some post what compressor should i get the sander 508 or the sander 510. what the difference. thanks
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post Oct 24 2008, 01:35 PM
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ok i found some post what compressor should i get the sander 508 or the sander 510. what the difference. thanks



contact IceAC in California and buy the kit for a Type IV from them. It is a true bolt-On replacement.

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post Oct 24 2008, 01:41 PM
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ok i found some post what compressor should i get the sander 508 or the sander 510. what the difference. thanks

508 = 8 cubic inches of displacement per revolution
510= 10 cubic inches of displacement per revolution ( more of a load)

I am running a 505 but I have a A/C background and have manipulated the system.

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post Oct 24 2008, 01:41 PM
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thanks ClayPerrine i am going to start pricing out what i need. for the compressor is it a V BELT OR 7 GROOVE SERPENTINE. i saw this on ebay
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Sanden-508-...%3A1|240%3A1318

sorry for all the questions i am new to air conditioning now that i want to fix it
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post Oct 24 2008, 01:56 PM
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i removed my a/c but since you're in FL, I'd leave it in and "neaten up" the install.
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post Oct 24 2008, 04:35 PM
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I just want to be clear all i need to but to upgrade my ac unit to the new R134a. I saw on ebay they had two types of belts which one do i need
V BELT OR 7 GROOVE SERPENTINE

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1) sanden 508 Compressor
2) new bracket to attache the sanden 508 to the existing york bracket
3) barrier hoses
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post Oct 24 2008, 04:44 PM
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You must also replace the reciever/dryer and if you go with a Sanden 508 I would recomend a R134a TXV (metering device).

Steve

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Edit:You have a grooved belt now. Might as well stick with the crank pulley you have now.
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post Oct 24 2008, 04:49 PM
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thanks steve
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