1969 Chevy Camaro SS
Discussion
Jhonno said:
Harry Flashman said:
I'm just bloody confused as to which one to buy, as my car has been modified with a 427 Corvette engine, from the same year (1969). I assume this is the kit? My car has no Aircon controls in it, so I assume no factory air.
https://www.vintageair.com/custom/product-pop.php?...
https://www.cvfracing.com/chevy-camaro-1967-1969-v...
and the kits requires the following questions answered. As I am new to the car, and not with it, I have no idea what to specify!
Pulley will depend on what belts/pulleys it is running 8 rib serpentine will be an aftermarket setup.https://www.vintageair.com/custom/product-pop.php?...
https://www.cvfracing.com/chevy-camaro-1967-1969-v...
and the kits requires the following questions answered. As I am new to the car, and not with it, I have no idea what to specify!
None factory
Have you got a mechanical or electric fan?
Last 2 are your own choice.
Edit - found the old Collecting Cars advert, better pic here:
Link to advert:
https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/1969-chevrolet...
Edited by LeighW on Tuesday 1st August 16:15
LeighW said:
Jhonno said:
Harry Flashman said:
I'm just bloody confused as to which one to buy, as my car has been modified with a 427 Corvette engine, from the same year (1969). I assume this is the kit? My car has no Aircon controls in it, so I assume no factory air.
https://www.vintageair.com/custom/product-pop.php?...
https://www.cvfracing.com/chevy-camaro-1967-1969-v...
and the kits requires the following questions answered. As I am new to the car, and not with it, I have no idea what to specify!
Pulley will depend on what belts/pulleys it is running 8 rib serpentine will be an aftermarket setup.https://www.vintageair.com/custom/product-pop.php?...
https://www.cvfracing.com/chevy-camaro-1967-1969-v...
and the kits requires the following questions answered. As I am new to the car, and not with it, I have no idea what to specify!
None factory
Have you got a mechanical or electric fan?
Last 2 are your own choice.
Edit - found the old Collecting Cars advert, better pic here:
Link to advert:
https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/1969-chevrolet...
Edited by LeighW on Tuesday 1st August 16:15
Sorry chaps, I'm confused, and not near the car currently so cannot check. From the pics above, is the fan electric, or mechanical?
You can see I'm a bit of a newbie trying to find his way, so I really appreciate your patience as I try to learn. It's been a while since I owned a true classic...
In the CC pic the fan looks to be connected to the front of the engine (water pump?) So I assume mechanical...
You can see I'm a bit of a newbie trying to find his way, so I really appreciate your patience as I try to learn. It's been a while since I owned a true classic...
In the CC pic the fan looks to be connected to the front of the engine (water pump?) So I assume mechanical...
Harry Flashman said:
Sorry chaps, I'm confused, and not near the car currently so cannot check. From the pics above, is the fan electric, or mechanical?
You can see I'm a bit of a newbie trying to find his way, so I really appreciate your patience as I try to learn. It's been a while since I owned a true classic...
ElectricYou can see I'm a bit of a newbie trying to find his way, so I really appreciate your patience as I try to learn. It's been a while since I owned a true classic...
Jhonno said:
Harry Flashman said:
Sorry chaps, I'm confused, and not near the car currently so cannot check. From the pics above, is the fan electric, or mechanical?
You can see I'm a bit of a newbie trying to find his way, so I really appreciate your patience as I try to learn. It's been a while since I owned a true classic...
ElectricYou can see I'm a bit of a newbie trying to find his way, so I really appreciate your patience as I try to learn. It's been a while since I owned a true classic...
Jhonno said:
Electric
Have you seen the collecting cars photo up above? Unless i am mistaken it shows a big fan running off the fanbelt!One big or smaller twin electric fans would be able to pull a lot more air through the radiator at low revs/speed than a mechanical fan (which is fixed to spin at engine speed) so for a big block i think it would be a wise upgrade. Saves a few HP too!
When it comes time to get the vintage air kit, I'd suggest going for the surefit kit for a 69 Camaro as it'll give you everything you need and is designed to fit. It's part # VTA-961191 for gen IV or go with the genV you linked above if you prefer. If your engine setup won't accommodate the compressor, then you can deal with that separately. Knowing you have the right lines, controls, evaporator, condenser etc would be the largest headache.
Edited by Chucklehead on Tuesday 1st August 21:02
braddo said:
Jhonno said:
Electric
Have you seen the collecting cars photo up above? Unless i am mistaken it shows a big fan running off the fanbelt!One big or smaller twin electric fans would be able to pull a lot more air through the radiator at low revs/speed than a mechanical fan (which is fixed to spin at engine speed) so for a big block i think it would be a wise upgrade. Saves a few HP too!
In!
Fan looks clutched paired with a really old rad. Probably best to refresh the cooling system with some new shiny bits!
Having it being ‘overcooled’ in prep is better than under. The stat controls the temp anyway. Also might be worth a override, so you can turn the fan on manually if you think it needs it.
Fan looks clutched paired with a really old rad. Probably best to refresh the cooling system with some new shiny bits!
Having it being ‘overcooled’ in prep is better than under. The stat controls the temp anyway. Also might be worth a override, so you can turn the fan on manually if you think it needs it.
illmonkey said:
1993 was 30 years ago! Look at the header on the rad, it’s got rust.
Also, that fan belt looks frayed. Could do with replacing too.
Fan belt is squealing like a pig. Definitely needs to be replaced. I'll look at the rad when I do the fan too...aluminium multicore the way to go, as NDJ said above, I think. Going to take cooling this engine seriously.Also, that fan belt looks frayed. Could do with replacing too.
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