Formal A/C Condenser Dilemma...

[1978 NYB]

Well I'm at a crossroads with the A/C condenser in my 1978 NY'er. The condenser cracked so I'm on the fence on whether to go with a NOS condenser or go with a conversion like Stan's......

I've searched for a NOS condenser part number 3846172....of course I can't find one anywhere.

I did find a "direct fit" aftermarket condenser that I'm inquiring about. It has to be an "exact fit" or I'm going with a Stan conversion. Has anyone used this condenser from the www.ascondenserstore.com ?

[h=1]Dodge Royal Monaco 1977-1977 A/C Condenser[/h]

Dodge Royal Monaco 1977-1977 A/C Condenser
Item# P3333026
Send email to sales@accondenserstore.com for pricing and availability.


[h=2]Product Description[/h]Part No : P33330; OEM : 3846172; DPI : 3333 ; 8cyl; 6.6L; 400c.i. Factory Unit



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Stan.......I can't find that condenser / pusher fan thread of yours???

 

[Mr C]

I bought 2 condensers from ebay vendors over the years and they were exactly like the originals. I can't remember who made them.

 

[commando1]

Stan.......I can't find that condenser / pusher fan thread of yours???

http://www.forcbodiesonly.com/mopar...of-my-A-C-conversion-journey&highlight=pusher

 

[1978 NYB]

I bought the condenser from the accondenserstore.com. They told me it's a factory OEM repop and it'll bolt right in. It coming from California so I should see it in about 10 days.

 

[commando1]

I'll be interested in just how OEM it is.

 

[1978 NYB]

I'll let you know...

They are saying same mounting locations, same line connections, same frame dimensions. We'll see. I told them if it wasn't an exact match it'll be coming right back to them.

 

[commando1]

Kinda wished you had gone with a modern condenser. It was worth it.

 

[1978 NYB]

If this condenser isn't an OEM match I'll definitely be doing the modern conversion.

 

[commando1]

Ah. I get it. I want it quick and easy and be done with.

 

[1978 NYB]

Ah. I get it. I want it quick and easy and be done with.

Absolutely.......I've repaired or replaced everything except the evaporator and the compressor.

 

[commando1]

I'm ill just thinking about what you're going through...

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[1978 NYB]

I was getting 42 degrees at the vent when the condenser failed........

 

[commando1]

Holy frozen nuts. That's as good as it can get.

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[1978 NYB]

Yep, that's another good reason I want to stay with an OEM style condenser.

But if I have to mod anything.....I might as well go with a modern condenser and push fans.

 

[commando1]

If had 42 degrees, you're not going to get much, if any, improvement with upgrades I would think. You'll be fine.

My next A/C "upgrade":

 

[1978 NYB]

I'll have to look into that......very interesting.

It has outstanding reviews...

http://reviews.3m.com/7040/70006349842/3m-window-film-crystalline-reviews/reviews.htm

 

[1978 NYB]

I just got a quote for that tint. $450 for all windows except the windshield.

 

[commando1]

Sounds about right.

 

[cm23uoc]

Should be good protection for UV sensitive interior parts as well.

 

[commando1]

EXACTLY. I'm worried about my burgundy whorehouse staying burgundy.