Thanks for all the info jbaj007! This topic seems to be a popular one here, so it makes sense (if you don't mind) to keep questions and advice in this thread so that everyone can read it :-). Bear in mind I have no experience whatsoever with AC so some of my questions may be a little basic (thanks again for helping and feel free not to answer if I'm asking too much!).
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1.) parallel flow condensor (largest I could fit) with custom hoses and a little minor metal cutting to get it all in.
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How did you get the custom hoses done? This seems to be the most troublesome part of adding a parallel flow condensor. If an AC shop did it for you, how much did it cost? How did you know what fittings/adapters you needed?
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2.)auxilliary fan on relay circuit to compressor clutch, and adjustable temperature circuit as well, for fan engagement.
8.)refilled the main fan clutch with 6000 cst silicone oil and shortened the pin under the bimetal strip to insure clutch engagement when warm.
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I plan on installing an electric main fan (variable speed depending on temp.) and may replace the auxiliary one if you think it is necessary. How much better is the fan you got compared to the stock one?
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3.)adjusted evap temp sensor (small screw inside it) to ~34ºF (had it too low when I initially adjusted it and frosted the evaporator all the time).
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Did you have to take the dash out for this?
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4.)NEW R4 compressor (an ebay find, cheap), NOT rebuilt.
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How cheap was "cheap"? my current compressor seems to work fine, do I need a new one? Will any R4 compressor fit into our cars, or do these things come in different shapes and sizes? Any recommendations?
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Things still to do:
1.)window tint
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Got that on my list too. Have you looked into the laws about tinting the front windows here in CA? I've heard different things, from "you can't at all" to "up to 88% is legal" to "as long as they aren't too dark you won't get a ticket for it anyway" ;-).