75 Argosy 454 Engine AC

[jdallgor]

Can anyone post pictures of the AC mounts for the A6 compressor used on the Argosy with 454 engine. The previous owner removed and discarded them. Looking for GM part numbers to replace. We have 24" twin.

John

[bkahler]

John,

Welcome to Airforums!
The original brackets for 75 were made of cast iron. Below are pictures from Yuki's 77 and Martin's 75.









I'm pretty sure I have a complete set in a box somewhere in my shop. The trick is finding it. I also have a 75 24' Argosy parked behind my shop that has a set that might be available as well.

Brad

[jdallgor]

Thanks Brad,

I would certainly be interested in getting the parts necessary to reinstall the AC. The only thing he did not remove was the under dash evaporated and such. I am in need of everything else and have been having a heck off a time. Found this forum and glad I did.

[GREEN ARGOSY]

Here is an illustration of the air compressor which described in 1974 Chevy Light Truck Service Manual. 1977 service manual has shown same one as well.
However it doesn't say those parts number..

I use those brackets and an A6 compressor on my 1977 Argosy 20.

Yuki

[davejay]

Hey,
If you can't find the brackets, you can go aftermarket , with a sanden ac setup. I think jets or summit has it. Now it'll be for something like a 70 chevelle, but the 454 was the same. The belts would also be the same. No serpentine belts at that time. You get in the kit, the ac compressed, the mounts. I don't know if you get the hoses and that stuff. It's an option. DJ

[mikeajana]

Thanks Brad, I was just coming back with pictures to share that were not nearly as good as yours

[bkahler]

Originally Posted by mikeajana

Thanks Brad, I was just coming back with pictures to share that were not nearly as good as yours

My biggest problem with pictures is I have so darn many of them they are getting hard to find when I need look at one!

I remembered where the box of brackets is, up in the barn loft. I'm going to crawl up there this afternoon to dig them out.

[bkahler]

Here's what I've got for brackets. Looks like the complete set minutes bolts.

[jdallgor]

Brad,

I am interested in the brackets I live in Boise Idaho, figure out what you have to have for them and give me a call 412-225-6645 and we can work something out.

Regards,
John

If I can't fix it it isn't broke it is junk.

[jdallgor]

Thanks Brad,

Received the brackets going to get them cleaned up and installed then work on getting the rest of what is missing.

John

[bkahler]

Super. I'm glad they are going to be put to good use

[jdallgor]

I just have to say what a pain in the ........... Installed the engine brackets for the AC. Pam and I are making progress, really sucky issue with new Dometic 5 cubic ft fridge all installed and doesn't flipping work. Dometic is sending us to factory authorized warranty repair place here in Boise. Have heater, water heater and the majority of the plumbing up and running. Need to replace both of the Thetford valves old cracked and broken. Special thanks to you, I have ordered an received most all of the parts to complete the AC installation. I am sure there are more trials and tribulations to come in our quest. Retirement is only days away 2 months and 10 days to be exact.

Regards,
John

[mayco]

When you get a minute or two John, post up some pictures of your rig.....we love pictures

[bkahler]

Originally Posted by jdallgor

I just have to say what a pain in the ........... Installed the engine brackets for the AC. Pam and I are making progress, really sucky issue with new Dometic 5 cubic ft fridge all installed and doesn't flipping work. Dometic is sending us to factory authorized warranty repair place here in Boise. Have heater, water heater and the majority of the plumbing up and running. Need to replace both of the Thetford valves old cracked and broken. Special thanks to you, I have ordered an received most all of the parts to complete the AC installation. I am sure there are more trials and tribulations to come in our quest. Retirement is only days away 2 months and 10 days to be exact.

Regards,
John

John, with the engine sitting in place that certainly would be a pain!

Like Mike suggested, post some pictures of your doings.....

Brad

[jdallgor]

Few Pics as requested.

[bkahler]

John,

That's a nice looking Argosy. It's even better seeing someone taking the time to keep it looking that way.

Brad

[jdallgor]

Compressor all mounted hoses going in. The condenser on the other hand is proving to be a pain. Looks like I am going to have to remove the grill to install it, that being the case might as well remove the radiator get it all up to snuff. Seems to always be something, Dometic's warranty is nice they are replacing our new non working 5 Cubic ft fridge. The last thing on my list is the Rasta cruise thats a little bump. Happy travels.

[bkahler]

John,

I like the routing you came up with for the AC lines.

Removal of the front grille is not an easy or fun task. It can be done but you'll be dealing with a bazillion rivets. When I reinstalled my front grille I used 6/32 stainless button head screws in place of the rivets. I'm not sure if it will make taking the grille off easier but I just had to try something besides rivets.

Brad

[jdallgor]

Well went and did it pulled the front grill out to make it easier to complete the AC installation. Made the decision to pull the radiator out and have it redone for sanity sake. Figured have it this far apart might as well do radiator and all hoses and belts. Think I am going to put an external trans cooler rather than use the one in the radiator. My lovely wife media blasted all of the radiator brackets so I can repaint them what a sweetie. Also on Brads suggestion I cut the front cross bar out to facilitate radiator removal was the right thing to do. I will fab up some bracket supports when it is time to reinstall. Wife decided to put her 1964 Triumph Herald up for sale I would rather she sold the 1965 Mustang CVT as I am not a Ford guy LOL Happy travels everyone.

John

[bkahler]

John, nice looking Herald

When I reattached the aluminum channel on my Argosy all I did was use two 1/4" x 1" x 5" flat steel bars on each end nestled up inside the U of the channel.
One on top and one on the bottom. Since mine was cut flush with the vertical frame member only one bolt is showing on mine.





I used three bolts for each plate to keep it from potentially pivoting.

Brad