08-05-2011, 10:09 PM | #1 |
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Cool at last
Just returned from the first trip after installing an air conditioning unit from Ken Davis. A hot and very humid day in Iowa but we rode in comfort.
Installation was was pretty straight-forward and Ken was very helpful with instructions. The kit seems well designed and fit very well. |
08-05-2011, 10:19 PM | #2 |
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Gary very neat installation "Real Cool" Gord B by the bay
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08-06-2011, 08:50 AM | #3 |
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How did you shorten your emergency brake handle,Bruce
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08-06-2011, 03:16 PM | #4 |
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Amazing! You can still make it up a hill with the AC on? Any engine mods?
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08-06-2011, 06:39 PM | #5 |
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it's been 105*+ here for over a month. I turned mine on low today because it was getting too cold. Worth every penny.
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08-07-2011, 05:46 AM | #7 |
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I consider myself more of a purist, but that set up is 'very cool' indeed, I really like it. Very nice job!!!!!
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08-07-2011, 08:55 AM | #8 |
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Great job, neat installation, glad it works so well.
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08-07-2011, 09:07 AM | #9 |
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Great photos Gary. Yup. I love mine in the cabriolet and sometimes use it at night with the top down also. Worth every penny!
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08-07-2011, 09:30 AM | #10 |
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Jordon,
Are you using the Ken Davis unit also? With the under car condenser? |
08-07-2011, 10:09 AM | #11 |
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O.K., I'm new to this but, where'd you get it....? Definitely "KOOL".
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I used a repo handle and we cut it near the weld at the bottom. Removed a 4 3/4" section and welded it back together. It is not a problem to set the emergency brake even though it is shortened.
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I have had a Model A for 40 years and never considered an air conditioner. Age and health issues changed that, now I feel we can continue to enjoy our touring trips in the hot/humid midwest. And yes, I expected and received some flack, but I still ride COOL. |
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Thanks for the information on shortening the handle, Bruce
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08-07-2011, 08:31 PM | #15 |
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Could you show a pic of where you mount the condensor and is it r12 or 134. and have you changed from + ground to - ground also how much did the set up cost My dad said he took my mom for a ride in his 29 pickup and she said it would be nice if she could have her AC.
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08-07-2011, 09:00 PM | #17 |
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Jordon I see your car is a 4 Dr.? Is the ac. really OK or just ok? Has anyone rode in the back and been comfortable? The reason I ask is I installed a Vintage Air ac in my 55 chevy and it is really not OK. It is just ok when the vents are right on you, but otherwise its not ok.
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