Sanden 508 Compressor Mounting Bracket For A 1972 240Z

[Johnny wick]

I am next to installing an AC system on my 240z. I have noticed that on the right hand of the engine there seems to be 4 holes to install a bracket to mount a compressor. Where can i purchase this compressor mounting bracket? Will the ones from a 280zx fit? or should i manufacture one?

 

I saw one on ebay from a 79-83 ZX. Anyone?

 

[Persimmon240]

Yes, all of the 280Z/280ZX factory A/C compressor brackets will bolt to the existing holes in the L24 block. Look for the later ones made out of aluminum (rather than steel) for weight savings. Also, suggest you replace the idler bearing as well.

[hr369]

"factory brackets" ?  I thought the factory brackets were for the hitachi compressor only?

 

 

He wants to install a sanden 508.  I've seen sanden brackets for both sides of the engine but the

most plentiful is probably the one that goes under the air pump on the 240z. I think  the four holes

he is speaking about is the holes in the engine block located under the air pump.  You can occasionally get these on ebay

or you can make your own. The one i had that was from a kit looked fairly simple.

 

If the four holes he's talking about is the old york mount and its still installed just get the york to sanden

adapter.

 

 

If you want to locate the compressor on the passenger side,  you can find an old york mount and get an adapter

plate for york to sanden. search ebay for "york to sanden conversion"

 

For the money, this kit is the best option i've seen

http://nostalgicac.com/compressors/compressors/sandenvbeltcomp/datsun-240z-260z-280z-compressor-upgrade-kit.html

 

 

If you want to build you own here is half the work already done

http://nostalgicac.com/mount-kits-pulleys/misc-compressor-mounts/universal-mount-kit.html

 

Be aware that some of the sanden's out there are made in USA, Japan, Singapore and China