I didn't realize she didn't have the factory housing. I must have missed that somewhere. The auction claims it was running when pulled, but you're right who knows

Hi all,

After an emotional weekend, here is what I have decided to do.

Yesterday Sam and I went to a local parts store and picked up a new heat/cold control for the lines in the motor.  Now the AC is working perfect, the part sent with the kit even tho new was non functional.  Now what to do?  I thought back when I first posed the AC subject, and remembered a lot of you were saying to just go with the full new unit.  Saying that if I could gather the 40 year old parts and make up a workable unit, but who is to say if they would work for me?  Or if so, how long would they work before dying.  Just go for the new.

About the disfigured area where the control slider unit  lives, I told Sam that it had to go.  We will re install the slider control,  with it being a facade.   It will be non functioning, but keep the normal appearance to her.  There was a small bracket included in the parts sent with the AC unit to attach those 2 twist knobs for fan and cool control.  Sam will put it in an area which will be discreet, and still be handy.  Along with the single pull knob that will control the defroster.   I'll share photos of the finished console and the new control bracket.

As to the radio not fitting, I will just search and find one that will fit now.

Sending huge thank you's to all who have made suggestions for this endeavor.  I could not have made it without your support.

I'm praying this will have the best outcome for me.

Jai

Edited August 31, 20168 yr by Redwing