A/C and heater lines | The De Tomaso Forums

Donny DotsonMember

I'm installing a all new A/C system in my 71. The A/C lines originally were routed in the right door sill and were very stubborn to remove and routing them back thru I think would be impossible. I'm thinking of removing the soft copper heater lines and routing the A/C lines in there place while making a couple holes under the A/C box to route 2 short hoses to the radiator tubes. I will connect them by welding 2 nipples to the stainless tubes. Is this a dumb idea? could it effect the engine cooling in a negative way? Has anyone routed all four lines thru the console? It looks like it would be crowded and cause other issues.

10/22/212:58 PM

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stevebuchananMember

The old AC lines are very stiff and difficult being 50 or so years old. If you cut them out you may find that modern day AC lines are compliant and will follow the original route without much trouble.

10/22/218:48 PM

lf-tp2511Member

As far as hoses, the new EZclip system of fittings and hoses uses hoses that are much smaller than what you just removed from your car.

Larry

10/23/219:49 AM

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