A/C system advice -- '63 Futura Convertible...

[falconero]

Welcome Neal. The only really established modern aftermarket AC mfr. is Vintage Air. Have you looked into their stuff? I'd assume, if they have nothing listed for a Falcon, they might for a 64-66 Mustang, which would be pert-near the same.

I've seen kits for the 64/65 Falcon. I think the only part that wouldn't work would be the controls. I suspect the compressor, evap, condenser, etc would all fit. Maybe give them a call and see what they say.

https://www.vintageair.com/surefit/c...5&model=Falcon

Thanks, for all the replies. I really appreciate it.

I had been aware of vintage air as company, but for some reason, I did not think they had a kit. I called earlier in the week and one "Jason" offered to help me build a kit, piecemeal, but needs more info on my rig. I'll need to talk to him again soon. I suppose that I can base my custom 'kit' off of that list. It would get me to the point where I was getting "hit" with a/c from both sides. Though at least one forum post said that the Vintage A/C rectangular vents are not very good and to go with round units. I suppose, if I could modify where the stereo reciever is mounted, that system "as is" might work.

"Old Air Products" also offers a system at 1/3 the price, but they were not very helpful on the phone. Nostaligic A/C has a system as well, priced in the middle. It could have been them that were most unhelpful, I'll try and look through my notes. A rod builder shop suggested I look to Classic Auto Air who seem to offer a kit that blends with our current HV non-ac system or one that works stand alone, but they do not list "1963" Falcons.

But, if as far as you guys know, everyone uses Vintage Air components, then perhaps I should stick with them. I'd have to enlist some help with this sort of install and restoration shops have quoted some eye popping estimates with one shop suggesting I should count on spending about $6000 to $7000! I'll wilt in the desert heat before paying that much. Most restoration, building blogs suggested that a full system installed could be contracted for about $900 to $1600. That seems like a pipe dream at this point.

Nonetheless, I am quite confused at this point, but hopefully the path forward will become more clear with continued research,

Thanks for all the suggestions,
Neal


Edit: sorry, I cant seem to get my links to work. Perhaps I am too new a member. I'll have a look with the bb code editor and see what I can figure out.

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