big johhny

I am swapping an LS2 from a 2005 GTO into my 70 Lemans Sport that has the factory R12 system still intact. I know basics about A/C but this is bit much for me.

I have to relocate the compressor on the LS2 up top so I don't need to notch the frame. the brackets will allow me to use a Sanden fixed displacement compressor. I want to keep the Lemans evaporator since it is factory. I can redo all lines no problem and figured I could get a new filter/drier and orifce tube for the GTO and adapt it for use. I have the old ones but assume I should replace them. I also want to use the condensor from the GTO since it fits nicely on the Ron Davis Radiator that was on the Goat.


The GTO uses a variable displacement compressor, will a fixed be a problem for the Goat's components?

Any other things I should be concerned about?

arthropraxis

You can make it fixed by removing the valve that makes it variable. Remove the O-ring and install the valve. The compressor oil will have to be refilled. The valve can be found by looking underneath the compressor, it is held in with a C-clip and has a hex head integrated into it.

chrisfrost

iTrader: (8)

Yes that will work fine either the Sanden or the factory variable 1 modified as described in the previous post and You can use R-134 refrigerant provided You use the proper Pag oil ,,,,,,,,the only thing You might want to do but should'nt be a problem if You don't is to flush out the system unless You've had a compressor failure You don't have to .

speed_m5

Please explain this better i have the compressor from a 99 f-body that i really wanted to use on my ls1 swap into my 72 camaro with vintage air but was told by the sales man that i could not use it.

arthropraxis

Try this link:

http://www.aircondition.com/tech/get...9WYWx2ZXMucGRm

speed_m5

link no workie

arthropraxis

Works for me. Try this one.
http://www.aircondition.com/sitesear...=rcv&sa=Search
Both of the two articles at the bottom of the page are relevant.

M7A1V

iTrader: (2)

I'm thinking about going this route...could someone tell me...what the V7 fixed compressor c.i. displacement would be after this mod?

thanks...Frank

jslezak83

After reading that article, I'm still a little unsure if I can do this mod to the compressor and use the original evaporator, dryer, and low pressure cutoff switch in an 1987 S10? Is there anything more to it than that?