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: Parallel Flow Condensers


Craigle
05-06-2005, 01:08 PM
I was just wondering if anybody had upgraded to a parallel flow condenser, and if so, where'd you get it from, was it an easy switch, did you need any other parts, etc?

Craig
'81 El Camino

Mrapii
05-06-2005, 01:44 PM
Is ther some reason you need an upgraded condenser? My OEM condenser with a 134 conversion makes 35-40 degrees at the registers. If you have inadequate cooling you may want to attend to other issues.

Craigle
05-06-2005, 02:21 PM
The main reason is that my old condenser cracked, so I figured that since I had to replace the condenser anyway, I might as well consider an upgrade.

I also live in New Orleans, so getting the most out of my a/c is pretty important to me.

Craig

Mrapii
05-06-2005, 02:25 PM
As long as you can secure the condenser and make the hose connections I can't see why it wouldn't work.

Craigle
05-06-2005, 03:02 PM
Great to hear, thanks.

Craig

acauth1
05-14-2005, 11:45 PM
Agree with both of Mrapii]s posts here. The stock condensor works fine with 134a. However, I did use a P Flow on my 83 Elky since it has dual a/c systems. I used a 14x26 universal condensor and mounted it with the little strap brackets that came with it. You will have to have your hoses built to match the condensor fittings.