I'm replacing my A6 compressor with a Pro6Ten, and need a dryer/receiver and possibly a repro expansion valve with the correct length tubing.
Any good vendors out there, a few years ago a buddy replaced his dryer and the canister was smaller, so the brackets had to be modified.
Thanks

 

You aren't going to find repro exp valves that look like the originals. At least I haven't come across any. I never use them. They look so ugly with that extra long tubing all wound up. Just have to check yours. The vast majority of the time they are good. Just may need a cleaning or maybe even replacement of the screen if its clogged. All my units that I restore, have original reconditioned exp valves. As far as the drier, I have a new repro and plenty of originals. Ill double check to see the difference. I know they aren't exactly alike. You can have yours rebuilt.

 

Banny does very nice work on AC , you should go the same route I did. Let Banny fill you in on how he did mine.

 

Yup, Banny (Benny) is supplying the new compressor, and helping to charge the system after I take my car to a shop that can recover R-12. I'm looking forward to a compressor that requires a lot less power and won't throw oil out the front seal.

 

I have a 1971 cutlass with no a/c what system should I install. The old compressor and other parts have been removed.

 

By starting a new thread you'll get better info...

 

The question I would ask is, do you care about the look in regards to factory vs aftermarket?

 

I Think that function is more important than original for me at this point.

 

Well, classic auto air and vintage air both make kits and they are priced similarly. Old air products has a kit but more universal and less expensive. I will say this, if yours is a factory air car, its easier to install original parts as they are truly a bolt in deal. And it can be done for the same if not cheaper than going aftermarket.

 

If you need a lot of pieces, a Vintage/Classic air kit may be cheaper. My factory air 67 needed a compressor, R/D, condenser, hoses, blower motor POA valve, plenum rebuild, etc. Parts total shot past $1300 in a hurry. I'm happy with the result, but agree if only a few parts are needed, original is a good option. How's your vacuum system?
Tim

 

Totally agree that it can get expensive quick but I believe its more a matter of doing some research and not just calling up caa to provide everything you need in terms of factory a/c. For example, if someone comes to me with a factory air car with none of the a/c parts under the hood, I can provide the complete evap housing, new comp, condenser, hoses, drier, vacuum can., relay and mounts(everything is rebuilt/restored/or new) for around $1300-1400 (if I have all parts in stock) Now the more of their own parts they have, the less they will pay. The vast majority of the time the interior stuff is there.