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Old 06-28-2021, 12:22 PM   #1
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Default AC in Flatheadd 8 or 6 Shoebox

Is anyone running an AC system in your flathead shoebox? Is there enough power to run an AC system?


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Old 06-28-2021, 12:50 PM   #2
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Default Re: AC in Flatheadd 8 or 6 Shoebox

Answer is "yes". Overheating seems can be a problem. More info here.
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showt...r+conditioning
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Old 06-28-2021, 04:41 PM   #3
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I think Vintage Air has all the components including brackets for the flathead.
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Old 06-29-2021, 10:55 AM   #4
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Default Re: AC in Flatheadd 8 or 6 Shoebox

An alternator would likely be a better bet than a generator. Setting at long winded stop lights or other similar situations with the AC on may be a problem with the flatheads. The AC compressor has a pretty good current draw and added to the evaporator fan, an application like this may put a strain on a 35-amp system. If a person adds an electric radiator fan, it just gets worse.
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Old 07-01-2021, 06:11 AM   #5
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I run alternators in all of my cars the 50 and Model A both. Perhaps AC not needed if I can cut the heat coming into the car.
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Old 07-01-2021, 10:04 AM   #6
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it can be done but your cooling system will need to be in A1 condition
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