AC Compressor Bracket Modification

Postby cv70chall » 02 Dec 2011 14:03

After deciding where the justification was for paying $180-$200 for a custom compressor bracket for my Chally, we opted for trying to modify the original factory compressor bracket that held the VG2 unit. By changing out the 500lb (feels like it) original compressor for a smaller more efficient Sanden style, we shed some pounds and I'll be able to drive this thing during the Florida summer.
Here are some pix of the modification.

Compressor bracket pre fit.JPG
Custom Compressor Bracket.JPG
Compressor Water Valve Final Fit.JPG
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Re: AC Compressor Bracket Modification

Postby dave-r » 02 Dec 2011 15:28

Neat! :D
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Re: AC Compressor Bracket Modification

Postby Eddie » 02 Dec 2011 20:49

Nice work Chuck! It does clear the hood right? (From the pic it looks pretty tall, taller than the carby,,thats why I axed) :lol:
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Re: AC Compressor Bracket Modification

Postby cv70chall » 03 Dec 2011 14:53

We're using a Rallye Hood, so we've got that extra height. The air cleaner/ filter wasn't on with this photo, and it's roughly 1 inch or so higher than the compressor.
So far ,so good.
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