73 Monaco wagon

[saforwardlook]

Here’s the paperboard. I think it goes under the headliner under the rear air deflector. Somehow.

I bet if I go back into this thread to 2017 I’ll see where it went.

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Scott, I had a chance today to pull down the rest of the headliner on my 69 T&C and couldn't find a carboard strip similar to the one in your photo. Maybe by 73 they found a need for it that didn't show up in my early car. Chrysler also tried much harder in 1973 to quiet all their C body cars measureably. That might help explain it too.

 

[MonacoBlue]

I think it goes under the air deflector, in the very back. When I get to the point of installing headliner I’ll see if I can tuck it in.

Went for a drive on the interstate yesterday. Car is so smooth and enjoyable to drive. “This is why I have done all this.” What a joy.

But with all door panels out, no carpet and no headliner, it’s loud. I think I will install some sound deadener. I have seen some material called “B-quiet”, I may go that route.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Scott, I had a chance today to pull down the rest of the headliner on my 69 T&C and couldn't find a carboard strip similar to the one in your photo. Maybe by 73 they found a need for it that didn't show up in my early car. Chrysler also tried much harder in 1973 to quiet all their C body cars measureably. That might help explain it too.

FYI, pages #16 and 17 in this thread (from 2018) show a little about rear quarter window trim removal and also the rear seat overhead A/C unit hanging down from the roof, if you need some details, I show the headliner removed. It’s very ‘gauzy’. You can see the “fiber filler” insulating pad material that goes under the A/C unit and the headliner.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Shop dropped down the overhead A/C unit from second row and it is going to get a “going over” by Classic Air. Both blowers work fine, but the shop guys were a little concerned about the condition of metal cooling line pieces. I am happy to go this route, for peace of mind.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Well, with all the COVID-19 drama, the work at the shop has slowed down, but I hope to have the car back soon. Meanwhile I did some sanding on the grille repairs to get the repair pieces to blend in better. I’ll do a very light overall sanding, then paint it argent.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Progress being measured in millimeters right now...but it’s progress nonetheless...2nd row overhead evaporator cleaned up by Classic Air, finally returned to the mechanic at the garage for re-assemble and install (hurrah!). Soon I will get my car back. I hope. WITH A/C.... really makes me want to go for a drive, just thinking about it...

 

[MacLebaron]

Looks nice! That air may be so cold you can hang meat in there. Glad to see you add some new posts.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Looks nice! That air may be so cold you can hang meat in there. Glad to see you add some new posts.

Thanks. Car has been at shop since Feb. Classic Air in lockdown so I am learning patience. Small inconvenience. Once I get it back, interior is next.

 

[MacLebaron]

Thanks. Car has been at shop since Feb. Classic Air in lockdown so I am learning patience. Small inconvenience. Once I get it back, interior is next.

I agree with the patience part. I want to drive mine so babe, but I need to do a few more things before I pull out my BBW (big beautiful woman) back out on the road. But, each item we get done that is one more we get to mark off the list.
You will be glad you have that air working when it heats up.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Spoke with the shop today. They said the system needs a low pressure valve from Classic Air because it’s getting the R-134 conversion. They called Classic Air and they said oh yeah if you are going to R-134 you need this. Oops. $60 and 6-10 more days. Oh well!

 

[TxDon]

Spoke with the shop today. They said the system needs a low pressure valve from Classic Air because it’s getting the R-134 conversion. They called Classic Air and they said oh yeah if you are going to R-134 you need this. Oops. $60 and 6-10 more days. Oh well!

Did they say what this low pressure valve does?

 

[3175375]

Did they say what this low pressure valve does?

My understanding of the low pressure valve is that it prevents the compressor from coming on if the refrigerant charge is low, protecting the compressor.

 

[TxDon]

My understanding of the low pressure valve is that it prevents the compressor from coming on if the refrigerant charge is low, protecting the compressor.

OK that's the switch on top of the dryer.

 

[MonacoBlue]

So. My question is, if it’s something needed for an R134 conversion, then it wasn’t on the system from the factory, since it was R12 back then. Therefore would it need special added non-OEM wiring?

 

[3175375]

So. My question is, if it’s something needed for an R134 conversion, then it wasn’t on the system from the factory, since it was R12 back then. Therefore would it need special added non-OEM wiring?

I believe that it is more of a ‘Progress’ thing. My 65 Mustang doesn’t have a low pressure cutout switch. If the compressor is run without refrigerant, it will be damaged, so it’s a good thing.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Ok. Now I don’t remember if it had one on before or not. It’s been at the shop since Feb.! It’ll get one now, anyway!

 

[TxDon]

So. My question is, if it’s something needed for an R134 conversion, then it wasn’t on the system from the factory, since it was R12 back then. Therefore would it need special added non-OEM wiring?

True. My car did not have it stock, I did have to make a new harness when I converted it.
66 Monaco Wagon A/C Resurrection

 

[MonacoBlue]

Got the car back, A/C blows cold and the overhead unit works again. Put some rub strip trim back on over the weekend. Happy to be driving it again.

 

[MonacoBlue]

Need more of these for the rub strip trim. Mr. G’s doesn’t have them. Predicament.

 

[polara71]

Need more of these for the rub strip trim. Mr. G’s doesn’t have them. Predicament.

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Try Murray. He has always had the clips I needed.