Denny50
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12-02-19 07:27 PM - Post#2781412
I’m in the process of building a 1950 Sedan Delivery, anyone installed Vintage Air? Looking for any info. & tips. Thanks Denny
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astroracer
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12-03-19 05:02 AM - Post#2781416
In response to Denny50
I replaced an old, non-functioning system with a Vintage Air unit last year at this time. This is in the 2 door wagon I have torn all apart for rust and paint repair.
The install is fairly straight forward, just follow their guidelines and ask if you run into problems.
One thing I did in my install was to put the diverter valve on top of the HVAC case under the dash. I also ran copper lines and fittings under the dash because of space restraints.
Mark
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lobucrod
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12-03-19 09:33 AM - Post#2781431
In response to astroracer
Easiest to install is Old Air Products Hurricane unit. The ac and heat fittings come out throung the existing right hand air vent hole in the firewall. I have one in my 50 Sedan delivery. I also used their controller for a 55-59 Chevrolet PU and mounted it in the radio delete plate. It fit the curve perfectly.
If you want I can look up some pics of the install. I have some on Photobucket I posted earlier in another thread but Photobucket is making photo links almost unviewable in an effort to make people pay for their service.
'38 Chevy Coupe Gasser 409 powered
'50 Sedan Delivery 401 Nailhead powered
'62 Buick Electra original survivor
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Denny50
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12-03-19 03:06 PM - Post#2781451
In response to lobucrod
Thanks for info. Some pictures would be great if not to much trouble. Thanks again
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bolake
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Age: 72
Loc: Northern MN
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12-03-19 04:09 PM - Post#2781456
In response to lobucrod
I been thinking of air for 50 chevy styleline, looked at the Old Air site, Which Hurricane unit did you use? there's about 6 different ones, cable, electronic etc.
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lobucrod
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12-03-19 05:05 PM - Post#2781458
In response to bolake
I used the CAP-1100 with electronic valves.
I’m having a problem getting pics added with my phone. I’ll add some later when I’m on the big computer
'38 Chevy Coupe Gasser 409 powered
'50 Sedan Delivery 401 Nailhead powered
'62 Buick Electra original survivor
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Edited by lobucrod on 12-03-19 05:08 PM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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 Cruzin Okie
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12-03-19 05:24 PM - Post#2781459
In response to Denny50
I've installed a Vintage Air, Gen IV, in my last 1950 coupe, and one in my present 1953 sedan. In My Opinion they are really good units. That Hurricane is a good unit too. It is pretty slick the way the Hurricane mounts and uses the vent opening to pass the connections through. That sure simplifies things by grouping the connections in that one spot.
Good luck with you install.
Johnnie
1950 styleline deluxe sports coupe, 350 cid, TH 400, nova rear end. Gen IV Vintage air. SOLD!
1953 210 4 Door, 235 with Powerglide. All original except for the 1954 hood bird.
John 3:16
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Denny50
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12-03-19 05:46 PM - Post#2781460
In response to astroracer
Thanks for info. do you know the model or part number you used. Also which dash controls did you use. I’m doing an LS swap, have mustang II suspension installed, just getting started and looking for info. Thanks again Denny
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bolake
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12-04-19 05:23 AM - Post#2781475
In response to lobucrod
Thanks , I see Cruzin Okie said it uses the vent opening for lines, so it would mount to the firewall in front of the vent opening, losing the vent?
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lobucrod
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12-04-19 05:35 AM - Post#2781476
In response to bolake
Here's a few pics of the Old Air unit in my SD.
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And here is a pic of the 55-59 PU controller
'38 Chevy Coupe Gasser 409 powered
'50 Sedan Delivery 401 Nailhead powered
'62 Buick Electra original survivor
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Edited by lobucrod on 12-04-19 05:41 AM. Reason for edit: No reason given.
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bolake
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12-04-19 10:04 AM - Post#2781485
In response to lobucrod
Thanks looks good, You said you used electronic controls in upper post, your picture looks like mechanical. Also are you running electric fan or motor driven fan? Which condenser did you use? mount in front of radiator. Wondering because I have regular motor fan with electric in front of radiator which I will have to eliminate. Have new walker radiator with built-in tranny cooler. Engine heat is 180 even in 90 degrees, Don't know if I will have to install a separate tranny cooler being I would be going to just the engine fan.
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lobucrod
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12-04-19 11:27 AM - Post#2781488
In response to bolake
Thanks looks good, You said you used electronic controls in upper post, your picture looks like mechanical. Also are you running electric fan or motor driven fan? Which condenser did you use? mount in front of radiator. Wondering because I have regular motor fan with electric in front of radiator which I will have to eliminate. Have new walker radiator with built-in tranny cooler. Engine heat is 180 even in 90 degrees, Don't know if I will have to install a separate tranny cooler being I would be going to just the engine fan.
It is an electronic controller. No electric fan just a mechanical fan with shroud. I am using a condenser I had picked at a swap meet a while back that supposedly is for a 55-57 Chevy.
'38 Chevy Coupe Gasser 409 powered
'50 Sedan Delivery 401 Nailhead powered
'62 Buick Electra original survivor
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bolake
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Loc: Northern MN
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12-04-19 12:27 PM - Post#2781490
In response to lobucrod
OK Thanks that's the way I will end up with mechanical fan
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Denny50
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12-04-19 04:08 PM - Post#2781500
In response to lobucrod
Thanks for info. Denny
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 GreatNorthWoods
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12-06-19 04:43 AM - Post#2781573
In response to Denny50
I have a Vintage Air unit in my 53 Sport Coupe but I had it installed by a shop. Biggest thing I noticed was that they had to cut down the size of the glove box. 
Vern
1953 Chevy Belair Sport Coupe - 355 Blueprint Engine, 700-R4, Vintage Air, EZ Wire, Ididit column, Cruise/Tilt, 59 Vette Steering Wheel, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, Posies Springs, Coker Radials, Nova 10-bolt, Mustang II front, Continental Kit |
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Tri5man
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12-06-19 07:02 AM - Post#2781582
In response to GreatNorthWoods
Go to the Vintage Air web site and pull up the installation instructions for the Unit you intend to buy. That way you'll know what you'll be up against.
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 cbmkr56
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12-07-19 06:22 PM - Post#2781684
In response to GreatNorthWoods
Same here , I did my own install in My 50 brought all the hoses out of the side of the firewall below the hood hinge and spring, and i cut my glove box down. Nothing visible from the inside of the car unless you get real low.
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50_Fastback
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12-15-19 05:01 PM - Post#2782218
In response to Denny50
I went with the Old Air Hurricane CAP-1100 electronic controls system for my '50 Fleetline and am extremely happy with it. Relatively easy installation and reliable.
https://www.oldairproducts.com/product/hurricane-1...
Ron Starkey
Life's full of risks..........take one!
'50 Fleetline 350/350
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