using a factory a/c unit in a truck that didnt come with a/c
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using a factory a/c unit in a truck that didnt come with a/c
i know this is a long shot but i had a 72 f100 that had a/c and i took the a/c unit out and alll the components. can i use this a/c unit in a 70 f100 shortbed that didnt have factory a/c or a/c at all for that matter. iknow i need extra wiring but can it be used? any input would be helpful thanks
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Re: using a factory a/c unit in a truck that didnt come with a/c
Sure, you can use it. Just be sure to use the dash controls for the AC unit, it's different than the 70's unit will be. You will need to drill firewall holes for the hoses, too. And you will need to use a glovebox liner for a factory AC truck, the non AC trucks had a different glovebox liner. That's not a big deal, though. Most vendors sell those liners.
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Re: using a factory a/c unit in a truck that didnt come with a/c
awsome thanks flyboy2610 just wanted some reassurance i noticed i did need to drill the holes and thje controls i do have so im all set thanks again
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Re: using a factory a/c unit in a truck that didnt come with a/c
You are most welcome, sir.
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Re: using a factory a/c unit in a truck that didnt come with a/c
I'm adding a factory A/C unit to my '67, and of course the cab isn't drilled for it since integral A/C wasn't available until '68. Read more here:
http://www.fordification.com/myprojects/my67_p50.htm
http://www.fordification.com/myprojects/my67_p50.htm
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'67 F-100 2WD SWB ~ '69 F-100 4WD SWB w/7" chop ~ 1975 F-250 Ranger XLT Supercab Camper Special



My '67 restoration video
-> Posting and you! <-a MUST watch for all!!