Does anyone know of a R134 designed AC condensing coil that can be made to fit a 1985 G Body? Since changing to r134 my AC capacity is not as good as it was on r12.
Frank
Frank
85 El Camino AC Condensing Coil
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You should be able to find a parallel flow condenser that is direct fit for your car. I think the aftermarket assumes a R134A retrofit at this point. I bought a Cutlass condenser for my GP to move the connections to the passenger side and it is a parallel flow unit. A little careful shopping and you should find one for your application. You have the R4 compressor on the driver's side?
My 87 Monte Carlo was converted by a dealer (prior owner) some time back. It does blow cold but have found it not as cold as my Mazda. Just as cold as my Chevy truck though. Was told that a GM converted system was not as cold as a R12 system due to the refrigerent quality. This is what I was told though and not via personal experience.
Check this thread/post, subject was covered including a couple of part numbers
https://gbodyforum.com/threads/air-conditioning-restification-advice.59755/page-2#post-507393
https://gbodyforum.com/threads/air-conditioning-restification-advice.59755/page-2#post-507393
I installed a new condenser for an '83 Malibu 305. Using 134A, it's nice and cold. Also replaced the evaporator and new Delco R4 compressor. The R4 doesn't rob as much power as the old A6 compressor did.
From what I gathered from the link above (page2), the condenser from an 88 Monte Carlo is what you want. My local O'Reilley auto parts store carries Murray air products. I am close to needing a condenser for my Salon project and that's the one I'll buy.
If your doing a engine swap and you need the fittings on the right side by the radiator the camaro condenser is a direct bolt in....I also replaced everything the evaporator compressor and accumulator. I also am running a variable position orifice tube as it adjust the flow of r 134
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