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After market A/C (8/18)
3/29/07 9:12pm

ncspyder
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Charlotte, NC - USA

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1969 coupe father/son project car. This car is currently in boxes, but the plan it to have it running in 3 yrs

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How difficult is it to add AC, such as the systems from these vendors to a non-air car? Is there a separate thread or "how to" on this subject?

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After market A/C (9/18)
3/29/07 9:41pm

OH6A

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Cadiz, KY - USA

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74 Convertible

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As indicated above, I have installed two of the Hot Rod Air systems; they are great and they always work. Send a PM and I will tell you the whole process.

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After market A/C (10/18)
3/29/07 10:11pm

longhorn294

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DeBerry, TX - USA

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1971 383 Stroker- mille miglia red...5 speed

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I've only one thing to say. If someone tries to sell you on 'Classic Auto Air', save yourself a LOT of grief and run!. Mine's been back three times after installation and cooler weather prevented using it after the last time. Gittin' about that time though. We'll see how long it last this time. Their install was a Censored

mess. Ask Joel, he had to redo it all correctly. He's probably still cussin' too. LOL

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After market A/C (11/18)
3/29/07 10:55pm

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Duncanville, TX - USA

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#1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/ Am-Fm/map light National/Regional/Chapter NCRS "Top Flight" #2-1985 Bright Red/Carmine Cp.L-98/auto Member: NCRS, NCRS Texas, Corvette Legends of Texas

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I wouldn't let them guys there put a fan on a friggin tricycle. Absolutely the worst place/workmanship I've ever seen...including my own.

After what Dwain had to go thru with those idjits with his car, I wouldn't recommend them to anyone...not even a Musturd owner.
Stay far, FAR away from Classic Auto Air.

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After market A/C (12/18)
3/30/07 9:37am

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Sorry to hear about the problems you had Dwain. What about using them for parts alone, or would you still say to stay away? I need to replace my factory air, probably the entire system, and I'm just wondering who to get the stuff from.

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After market A/C (13/18)
3/30/07 1:02pm

Adams' Apple

The components used for Dwain's car weren't the best I've ever seen. The condenser is very thin, and flexible. The hoses they use broke, also. BOTH of them! Not the rubber part, but the hard lines. I'll be honest, I wouldn't buy a can of freon from those Goobers. Just my opinion.

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After market A/C (14/18)
3/30/07 1:03pm

longhorn294

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DeBerry, TX - USA

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1971 383 Stroker- mille miglia red...5 speed

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Personally, I'd go with Hot Rod or Vintage Air if I had it to do over. Everyone seems to have good luck with their systems.

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After market A/C (15/18)
3/30/07 1:50pm

BlueX2

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Thanks guys, I'll check out the other places.

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After market A/C (16/18)
4/2/07 9:46am

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Jefferson City, MO - USA

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1969 L46 4 Speed Roadster

Joined: 3/9/2007
Posts: 150

I'll give you my top three recommendations. 1. Hot Rod Air. 2. Hot Rod Air and 3. Hot Rod Air. I can't say enough nice things about their kits and there support. I installed their C3 kit in the 69 non-air convertable. Easy install, quality components and I really like the way the controls are adapted to your stock A/C control wheels and fan switches. The only other part I had to buy was the lens with A/C on it.1969 L462007-04-02 06:51:03

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After market A/C (17/18)
4/2/07 8:24pm

OH6A

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Cadiz, KY - USA

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74 Convertible

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Those are certainly my top three also. I have put their system in a 73 and an 82. Both work very well.

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After market A/C (18/18)
4/2/07 9:20pm

longhorn294

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DeBerry, TX - USA

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1971 383 Stroker- mille miglia red...5 speed

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Oh why, oh why didn't I listen. Cry

It did work ok yesterday and today. Well, heck it should. Just about everything has been replaced they originally put in it! Angry

'Classic Auto Air'.. Thumbs%20Down

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