Bill Monk
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What's the opinions on Vintage vs Classic air for a complete aftermarket ac? Other options welcome as well. Mine is a non ac car
I see that it says that the Classic Air option gives you a new controller that fits in the original location. Does anyone have a close up picture of it. I looked at the picture on their website, but it doesn't let you see it very well. I don't know that I like the idea of losing the factory button style controls, and would like to see what the replacement looks like.
Edit,... Sorry. Vehicle is 1969 Charger with factory A/C
Thats nice. Early versions used the existing cable controls.Here is the controller that comes with the Classic Auto Air kit.
https://www.restomodair.com/shopproducts/1968-70-mopar-b-body-x-act-fit-a-c-controller/
Pretty much same experience here. I agree with the comment about the outlets from the evaporator box - they could be easier with a slightly longer snout, and maybe a barb style end so that the flexi duct holds on better. Definitely difficult to put it all together under-dash....but worth the effort when installed. I used a different style condenser in my truck install due to airflow to the radiator being restricted to begin with. Control switch did have extra wiring, and did take longer to figure out...but still easy enough to work with once the instructions are understood clearly.I've only installed Vintage Air but am very happy with it, after filling it we measured 32 degrees coming out of the vents. Since both seam to have a good rep I'd look at the evaporator boxes and make your decision based on that because for the most part the rest is universal. I really like the servo operated doors in mine but hate that all of the ducts come out of the top (PITA to hook up). One other complaint is the controls have individual wire terminals vs a master plug so being able to see the terminals and get them plugged into the right spot is a pain. Once installed it's great they just could have improved those few things.
Most people prefer the ease of the kits but I 100% agree with you. I bought the evaporator and pieced the rest together for a much, much cleaner installation with everything neatly ran down the passenger side.build your own using whatever you want. controls from factory can pick out your own size evap and condenser hoses can be made from the hose shop. everything else at your local a/c supplier. just a thought.