[DeTomaso] Installing AC - Need the Full BOM

[Larry Stock]

The original flare fitting that you have that are frozen tight is for a good reason. They will actually need no servicing and there is not a lot of refurbishing to do besides flushing or total replacement. In many cases with the Pantera A/C  System, less is the best approach. All the A/C people will urge you to convert to O-Rings and recommend PAG oil, please resist the advice. We use mostly the original hoses and Evaporator with a new 134 rated evaporator valve, and Ester 100 oil that can take a minimal amount of R-12 mineral oil cross contamination from the condenser and Evaporator units. Flare fittings are forever and are tricky to get sealed, so most A/C guys will swear by O-ring fittings that have limited lifespans but are simple to install and never leak for 5 years. These Pantera's are going to be around much longer than we are, so be a good caretaker with what you do.
Larry Stock

On 6/3/20, 9:16 AM, "DeTomaso on behalf of Mike & Elizabeth" <detomaso-bounces at server.detomasolist.com on behalf of mbefthomas2 at gmail.com> wrote:

       I'll finally be installing a working AC system in 6328 on her
       reassembly in the near future following metal and paint work.  I am
       going to stay with the rear-mount condenser.  I have my old
       condenser/fan assembly and will be sending it to one of the vendors for
       a refresh.  I also have the heater core/fan assembly out of the car and
       will be tearing it down for a full cleaning and refurbishment.  All of
       the old AC fittings are frozen tight.


       What I will need is a full Bill of Materials to install an AC system.
       I'll need all of the hoses, fittings, compressor and all of the other
       stuff that goes with it.  On a learning curve here as I don't know that
       much about the system so will be looking for any and all
       advice/coaching on what I need and where to get it.


       Thanks all in advance (especially from my wife who declared after the
       last Fun Rally drive that she would not take another long trip in the
       car until it had AC.


       Mike Thomas

       6328
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