They do, I guess I just assumed Ford put the same control panel in all cars to save money.
Well that’s a bit of a downer, but you’re probably right. I’ve been wanting to clean up the interior for awhile (headliner, missing screws, radio) so that’s probably the best time to tackle that. I’ve heard dash removal is easier in the 79-86 cars.
I’m not an HVAC mechanic, but would it be worth it to check the evaporator for leaks before I pull out the dash? There has to be a way to hook up an air compressor to one end and a pressure gauge to the other, right?
Edit: I’ve done some research. ANY moisture in an AC system is super bad corrosion-wise, and considering the pressure I’d have to test it at I’d probably do nothing more than create a rusty bomb in my dashboard. So that’s probably a bad idea.
Edit: I’ve done some research. ANY moisture in an AC system is super bad corrosion-wise, and considering the pressure I’d have to test it at I’d probably do nothing more than create a rusty bomb in my dashboard. So that’s probably a bad idea.
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I’m hoping to do dynomat as well, I’m thinking the old insulation probably absorbed a lot of moisture over time and that’s why the interior has that “old car” smell. The carpet was new when I bought the car, and the seats are in decent enough shape so I’m thinking just a good steam cleaning when it’s all out of the car and It should be good. The dash is cracked, but not anywhere noticeable so I’m not worried about it.
I’ll probably combine this project with my engine/transmission swap and just plan on keeping the car garaged for awhile. Lots of bagging and labeling is in my future, it seems.
Yes, that is the evaporator, however if it's been open it's likely accumlated some crud inside and at a minimum needs to be flushed out VERY well. I would replace it. ANy debris in the system will make it's way tot he compressor or the orifice and clog it and then you will be replacing more parts down the road when the system fails
I took mine all apart, you know " this begats that and that begats this" , and had the local radiator shop flush, clean and pressure check my Radiator, my condenser, evaporator and my heater core...
Rebuilt/Resealed my compressor ( per 5L5's instructions on here and my FSM) and replaced all of my hoses...
All of them looked original ford parts, Brass where used, and they all checked out fine.. You could do this, in my opinion.....
I trusted my original parts that checked out in good shape over today's aftermarket....
Rebuilt/Resealed my compressor ( per 5L5's instructions on here and my FSM) and replaced all of my hoses...
All of them looked original ford parts, Brass where used, and they all checked out fine.. You could do this, in my opinion.....
I trusted my original parts that checked out in good shape over today's aftermarket....
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The compressor is what I’m concerned about from a buying perspective. I know LMR has a kit that includes one, but apparently it’s Chinese made and is therefore hit or miss in terms of quality, so I think hunting for a reconditioned OEM one is probably a good idea.
I’ll check them out, thanks!
I’ll have to read that, I’ve named my car “Smaug” like the dragon from the Hobbit, because it takes all of my money and then sits dormant for long periods of time. I like the oil spill theme though, that’s fitting for these cars.
Now, WTF knows what Lily Tomlin sounds like?
If it's all the same to you, I went to Joe Pesci.
I had to google who those people are because I’m a fetus. Pesci sounded familiar, probably because of his role in The Godfather.
Also, I had no idea Tomlin was the voice of Ms. Frizzle in The Magic School Bus. My sister and I used to love watching that show when we were kids. Multi-generational talent, right there.
Also, I had no idea Tomlin was the voice of Ms. Frizzle in The Magic School Bus. My sister and I used to love watching that show when we were kids. Multi-generational talent, right there.
Now I feel old... No difference than when I watch these new NO TALENT modern " stars" of TV and movies... I have no idea who they are either...
Must be the " fickle finger of fate".......
You’re only as old as you feel. I know a 70 year old man that just ran a half marathon with his 23 year old granddaughter and recently rode a motorcycle across the country. I can’t do stuff like that, I almost passed out digging a hole in my backyard just now, and it’s not even done.
I think modern acting is ok, but modern writing, directing, and production is mostly garbage. Just look at Star Wars, I don’t even know what it’s about anymore.
Hello friends, I have an update on my latest project. I’m trying to install the contour fan kit from LMR, and after some frustrating “learning experiences” with crimping butt connectors, I’ve moved on to the temp sensor part of the kit.
The kit includes a “y-block” that goes into the heater tube port that allows the ecu and fan controller (Dakota Digital) sensors to occupy the same location.
Supposedly, this saves me the trouble of draining the coolant and using or drilling some other port, but it looks a little janky, and it kind of gets in the way of the spark plug wires and a fuel line. I’ve also heard of people having problems with air bubbles in the coolant with this setup.
Anybody have experience with this kit? Is the Y-block idea a dangerous shortcut?
I’ll also try to draw up a wiring diagram of the harness I set up. I tried to follow the instructions as closely as possible, but I still worry that I’ve made some kind of rookie mistake and will burn down my garage when I turn the key.
The kit includes a “y-block” that goes into the heater tube port that allows the ecu and fan controller (Dakota Digital) sensors to occupy the same location.
Supposedly, this saves me the trouble of draining the coolant and using or drilling some other port, but it looks a little janky, and it kind of gets in the way of the spark plug wires and a fuel line. I’ve also heard of people having problems with air bubbles in the coolant with this setup.
Anybody have experience with this kit? Is the Y-block idea a dangerous shortcut?
I’ll also try to draw up a wiring diagram of the harness I set up. I tried to follow the instructions as closely as possible, but I still worry that I’ve made some kind of rookie mistake and will burn down my garage when I turn the key.