1968 A/c

[whodat]

I have a stock a/c from the factory. If I was to go with a Sanden compressor would I need a new condensor and dryer? Brackets etc? Anything else? Or should I stick with the original? The Sanden say's R-12. I thought R-12 was obsolete. CJ Pony Parts has a 15% off sale, but I'd hate to buy things I don't need. Also when the blower is on inside it has a squeaking sound. Do you think it's the blower or squirrel fan? I finally got around to working on the gas gauge yesterday. I won't know until I get a couple new parts in.

 

[franklinair]

IIRC, the Sanden compressor will require an adapter mounting bracket, the condensor & evaporator will be OK. If I open a freon system, replacing the drier is good insurance.
The squeal from the blower motor COULD be the squirrel cage chafing/rubbing, more than likely its the bearing in the blower motor.
R-12 is TOUGH to find, and very expensive. Check with a local A/C shop and see if the Sanden may be compatible with R-134. It may very well be.

Neil

 

[rvrtrash]

Agree with Neil, plus most people use the Sanden when they convert to R-134. If you do switch to the 134, which is cheaper and easier to find, you may have to replace your lines because it's higher pressure. I had to replace one, although I'm using the original compressor.

Steve