The AC problem is probably vacuum related, the flaps are moved by vac.

Start checking vacuum lines in the engine compartment -- the green plastic lines are for the climate control. You will find that the rubber hose parts that connect the plastic lines are all shot unless replaced recently.

Have a care with the plastic tubes, they will be brittle by now.

Try applying a vacuum to the green line and see if the climate control then works properly -- the fan is switched off if there is no vac in the system.

A large vac leak can make the engine run lean, causing overheating, but I'd bet on a clogged radiator myself, given the age.

Peter

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