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CAA AC System
« on: July, 12, 2011, 11:03:41 AM »
Just ordered my Classic Auto Air system for Julie's Mustang.  I have heard all of y'alls horror stories on the install.  I also have problem laying on my back with my herniated disk. So I am having it installed at a local shop.

Looking forward to Saturday shows with AC.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #1 on: July, 12, 2011, 11:21:03 AM »
Chicken.............I have the same back issues.......Midlife has a good back, sure he would love to help on another one.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #2 on: July, 12, 2011, 12:19:04 PM »
Maybe if I find some Wattles, I can get him to help!  :shrug
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #3 on: July, 12, 2011, 12:37:16 PM »
Quote from: janschutz on July, 12, 2011, 12:19:04 PM
Maybe if I find some Wattles, I can get him to help!  :shrug

You locate the Wattles.....then we can talk......I might be able to work it....
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #4 on: July, 12, 2011, 01:21:06 PM »
Correction: I had a good back.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #5 on: July, 12, 2011, 01:45:36 PM »
I drove my fastback yesterday in the summer heat of VA and didn't even break a sweat in the car.  First summer with a/c after owning the car 17 years now.

It was GLORIOUS!!!

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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #6 on: July, 12, 2011, 04:44:49 PM »
I'm loving mine too after installing it a few weeks ago (perfect fit caa).  I had to hook up the electric fan controller to turn it on when the air comes on.  See my previous posts trying to lure Randy and Pete to come down here for Yukon Jack/Wattles...lol   :yah
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #7 on: July, 12, 2011, 06:48:17 PM »
I recently installed the engine upgrade kit in my Mustang and now it's even more enjoyable to drive than ever. A very good investment.  :yah
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #8 on: July, 22, 2011, 01:00:43 PM »
The shop just called to say that the AC system has arrived.  The Mustang goes in Monday for the install!  :thu
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #9 on: July, 22, 2011, 01:11:06 PM »
Chicken......................
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #10 on: July, 22, 2011, 01:16:36 PM »
Quote from: AzPete on July, 22, 2011, 01:11:06 PM
Chicken......................
Maybe, but I will be a "cool" chicken.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #11 on: July, 22, 2011, 01:59:12 PM »
Quote from: AzPete on July, 22, 2011, 01:11:06 PM
Chicken......................

Wimp is more like it...
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #12 on: July, 25, 2011, 10:56:27 AM »
Quote from: Midlife on July, 22, 2011, 01:59:12 PM
Wimp is more like it...
I resemble that comment  :shrug

Just drooped off the stang at the shop, We shall see how they do.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #13 on: July, 25, 2011, 04:54:21 PM »
What are they charging you or did I miss that post
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #14 on: July, 26, 2011, 05:35:34 AM »
Quote from: AzPete on July, 25, 2011, 04:54:21 PM
What are they charging you or did I miss that post
You did not miss that post, I did not say.  It will be 3K including the cost of the AC kit.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #15 on: July, 26, 2011, 05:39:17 AM »
Quote from: janschutz on July, 26, 2011, 05:35:34 AM
You did not miss that post, I did not say.  It will be 3K including the cost of the AC kit.

I'd say if they do good work it is worth it so you don't have to do it....

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« Reply #16 on: July, 26, 2011, 10:24:27 AM »
OK.....about the cost of parts to do the install and service it. I don't even think there is a shop here that would know how to install one.
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #17 on: July, 26, 2011, 02:01:17 PM »
Quote from: AzPete on July, 26, 2011, 10:24:27 AM
OK.....about the cost of parts to do the install and service it. I don't even think there is a shop here that would know how to install one.

You're forgetting the Midlife Last Chance Garage, but they do charge exorbitant fees (multiple bottles of Wattles)...
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #18 on: July, 26, 2011, 02:05:43 PM »
Yep.....that fee is outta sight now....................
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #19 on: July, 27, 2011, 05:04:51 AM »
Quote from: Midlife on July, 26, 2011, 02:01:17 PM
You're forgetting the Midlife Last Chance Garage, but they do charge exorbitant fees (multiple bottles of Wattles)...

If only you were local ...

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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #20 on: July, 31, 2011, 07:32:29 AM »
If I am in a situation where I can't do something myself, I am happy to pay an expert a fair price to do it well. And a fair price is whatever I am ok with paying to get the job done, regardless if there are other places to get it done cheaper (especially when cheaper could be me doing it free).
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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #21 on: July, 31, 2011, 07:03:22 PM »
hey, john. let me know what shop you used and let me know if you are happy with their work.

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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #22 on: July, 31, 2011, 08:10:19 PM »
Quote from: ko67 on July, 31, 2011, 07:03:22 PM
hey, john. let me know what shop you used and let me know if you are happy with their work.

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Re: CAA AC System
« Reply #23 on: August, 08, 2011, 04:33:45 PM »
Well the Ac runs cold but the engine runs hot.  I have a stock size but 3 core radiator.  Before I shell out the bucks for the large radiator and brackets.  What about Water Wetter?
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« Reply #24 on: August, 08, 2011, 04:47:13 PM »
Proper radiator, proper fan, proper coolant and it should run at the proper temp. I have always felt to set the car up correct and all will be good.

What fan and shroud you running? My last one had an alum. rad. and a SPAL fan. That did the trick with just normal coolant mix.
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