Has anyone Air-conditioned a 240Z that has been updated with a V8.

Dante

Not personally, but I've seen a few with the Vintage Air setup. Maybe a bit pricey, but it's about the best aftermarket sytem I've seem. I'm a tech and I did work on a 73 that had a V8 conversion a couple years ago. Basically his car had the old aftermarket system that was so common in the early Z back in the day, but he had the GM (AC Delco i think) compressor on it and I replaced it for him along with the receiver/drier and some hoses. It cooled a little better than the York compressor that system originally used, but not much better.

Has anyone Air-conditioned a 240Z that has been updated with a V8.

Dante

I thought that there was some glitch with the answer I gave until I realized that you asked this question in two different threads.

There is no difference as far as how the a/c works. You'll have to locate the compressor to clear the framerails and/or inner wheelwells and/or hood. New hoses will likely be required as will a recovery and refill of the freon used. If you're talking about the old style York refrigierator compressor then you'll need to modernize to a Sanden type. This is wise anyhow as these are units more compact and have less vibration issues. There is more to it as details go. There are a couple of good books on the subject. One is from Vintage Air but it has a lot of redundant information. You can find it a most book stores. Makes for a good read. I kinda thought Sblake01 would kick in some info as I believe he is licensed and well versed in the subject (?).

Stephen (sblake1), so you would recommend the Vintage Air system? Living in AZ, where the temps dwell around the 105 to 110 degree levels in the summer, I am looking for something that will handle the heat and cool me down. Does it hook up to an existing duct system, or does it use its own?

Thanks,

Stephen

I do believe that it's a complete system with it's own ducting and controls. It's a purpose built R134a system with the proper evaporator, condenser, seals, etc. for that type of freon which allows it to cool as well as any modern system. As I said, I've never installed one in a Z but I have seen them. I helpled my brother in law install one in his custom LT1 powered 58 Chevy wagon and I can tell you firsthand that it's coooooold! And I can relate to the heat. I live in San Bernardino, Ca. The present temperature as I type is 103 degrees. I wish I had more pictures of the install. Contact Vintage Air. They'll tell you exactly what is needed to put one of their systems in a Z.

I have a Vintage Air system on my 73 240Z with an LT1 V8 engine. I used the stock relocated LT1 compressor, and everything else is Vintage Air. You can find some pictures and information on the web site listed in my signature.

Thanks, Stephen and Bart, appreciate the input.

I have a Vintage Air System in an american car I own. The system had to be modified some because they do not make a system specifically for that car as it relates to the ductwork. Same goes I presume for the 240 with any engine. There is some funky problem with the system. When it is realy hot out and muggy you have to put a little heat on with the AC to keep the windshield from clouding up. Sort of works like a defroster. Kind of annoying. I don't know if it will do that in a Z car.

That sounds like an installation/adjustment problem rather than a problem w/the system itself. The defroster ducts aren't closing completely as they should be when the controls are in the AC position. Or the seals aren't properly installed