1969 Barracuda Fastback
AC line – condenser to drier:
This line is a #6 AC line and requires female/female connectors. Since I do not have an AC line flaring tool, I had to find a line in the right length.
I knew that the AC project will require some labor, but I never thought that it will be so time-consuming. To determine the length of the AC line, I used a 1.5 mm wire and bent a template for the line. Afterwards, I straightened the wire and measured the length.
Lucky me, Summit racing has #6 female/female AC lines in exactly the length needed Vintage Air 125743 Vintage Air U-Bend-Em Refrigerant Lines | Summit Racing.
Now, the trick is to bend a line with a given length in such a way, that it fits 2 static points (fitting on drier and condenser). Lots of measuring - considering all angles, bend radiuses, and line diameter. Anyway, after some hours I had a perfect matching line, that connects the condenser with the drier.
2 R134A compatible O-rings and a grommet at the radiator support opening completed this job. So far, I am very happy with the outcome. The AC line from the drier to the expansion valve is next and last on the “To Do” list.
AC line – condenser to drier:
This line is a #6 AC line and requires female/female connectors. Since I do not have an AC line flaring tool, I had to find a line in the right length.
I knew that the AC project will require some labor, but I never thought that it will be so time-consuming. To determine the length of the AC line, I used a 1.5 mm wire and bent a template for the line. Afterwards, I straightened the wire and measured the length.
Lucky me, Summit racing has #6 female/female AC lines in exactly the length needed Vintage Air 125743 Vintage Air U-Bend-Em Refrigerant Lines | Summit Racing.
Now, the trick is to bend a line with a given length in such a way, that it fits 2 static points (fitting on drier and condenser). Lots of measuring - considering all angles, bend radiuses, and line diameter. Anyway, after some hours I had a perfect matching line, that connects the condenser with the drier.
2 R134A compatible O-rings and a grommet at the radiator support opening completed this job. So far, I am very happy with the outcome. The AC line from the drier to the expansion valve is next and last on the “To Do” list.