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Old May 14, 2011 | 07:38 PM
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AC Condensor question

Is there any other condensor used by Mother Mopar that used the same style fitting but is a little more compact?

I'm trying to get the AC working on my junk but the Intercooler is in the way, and No I won't go to the 91-93 grille.
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Old May 14, 2011 | 11:02 PM
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If your wanting to go smaller your going to loose some efficiency in your A/C. As for a factory mopar condenser, I'd say hit the wreckers and look in cars and trucks from the same era as your truck. Ma' Mopar should have used the same style fittings.
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Old May 14, 2011 | 11:10 PM
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Yeah I know I'll lose a little efficiency but oh well


Yep, got a trip up to Omaha tomorow to scrounge around the u- Pullit yards to see whats what.

If I would go with the newer style grille I would have no problems fitting a bigger than stock one up there but I like the 86-90 grille.
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Old May 15, 2011 | 02:44 AM
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I have built remote condensers that mount under the frame on some custom installs, nothing says they have to be in front of the radiator or even in front of the truck.

You could install a remote condenser under the frame rail as long as you have adequate airflow.

http://www.nostalgicairparts.com/air...-shroud-33.php



Just make sure they are rated for the same B.T.U.


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Old May 15, 2011 | 08:22 AM
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i get higher efficiency aluminum condensers for car restorations, in a variety of sizes from acsource, the heat capital of the usa/az
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Old May 15, 2011 | 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Jim Lane
I have built remote condensers that mount under the frame on some custom installs, nothing says they have to be in front of the radiator or even in front of the truck.

You could install a remote condenser under the frame rail as long as you have adequate airflow.

http://www.nostalgicairparts.com/air...-shroud-33.php



Just make sure they are rated for the same B.T.U.


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Now THAT is a great idea!! I don't know why I never thought of it....Thanks Jim!!!
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Old May 15, 2011 | 09:52 PM
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Well just got back from a U-Pullit trip with stillsmokin, I scored a condensor from a late 80s Dakota that should work pretty well with my configuration It is also about the same surface area as the stock dodge one from our trucks. I also scored a set of good chrome trimmed taillights, a set of bed rail caps and a set of aftermarket steps for an old dodge.

Stillsmokin scored some parts for his daily beater, a nice set of seatbelts for his crew and we also pulled a 241 pass side drop out a 89 burb.
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Old May 15, 2011 | 10:20 PM
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Couple pics of what we hauled home today.

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And the condensor I picked up.
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Old May 15, 2011 | 11:41 PM
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Looks like a good day...and a good haul!!
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