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Air Conditioning Installation Surefit Gen Iv Climate Control Air Management System

Ford Mustang Vintage Air's High-Tech Gen IV Climate Control Installation

Improve Your State Of Cool With Vintage Air's High-Tech Gen IV Climate Control For '69-'70 Mustangs
From the July, 2010 issue of Mustang Monthly
By Jim Smart
Photography by Jim Smart
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At one time, aftermarket air conditioning was little more than a bolt-on air mover under the dash-something to smash your knees on. However, time and evolution have caught up with these afterthoughts, making way for a new generation of in-dash air-conditioning systems. The new SureFit GEN IV in-dash climate control system from Vintage Air brings modern A/C, heating, and dehumidification to '69-'70 Mustangs.

Air Conditioning Installation Surefit Gen Iv Climate Control Air Management System
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Air Conditioning Installation Surefit Gen Iv Climate Control Air Management System
The SureFit GEN IV climate control air management system operates with electronic servos for precision performance. The hot water valve is also electronic, designed to operate in synch with the rest of the system. You can use Vintage Air's supplied air outlets or use the factory-style '69-'70 outlets, which makes this a very stealthy package. The complete system retails for approximately $1,300, plus shipping.
Vintage Air gets this result via microprocessor technology and compact electric servos that quietly blend doors and move air for optimum cabin temperature and humidity. There are no vacuum hoses, complicated wiring, or confusion.

Mustang SureFit GEN IV Systems
'67-'68 Non-Factory Air No. 951168
'67-'68 Factory Air No. 954168
'69-'70 Non-Factory Air No. 951170
'69-'70 Factory Air No. 954170
Note: New GEN IV system coming soon for '65-'66 Mustangs

Air Conditioning Installation Three Servos
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Air Conditioning Installation Three Servos
Three servos are designed to fine-tune air temperature and flow for air conditioning, heat, or defrost modes.
Air Conditioning Installation Microprocessor Technology
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Air Conditioning Installation Microprocessor Technology
Microprocessor technology is why the SureFit GEN IV system works so well, yielding solid reliability and performance.
Air Conditioning Installation Universal Kit
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Air Conditioning Installation Universal Kit
Vintage Air includes all plumbing with the universal kit. The air handler fits a variety of applications. However, plumbing and brackets adapt this system to '69-'70 Mustangs.
Air Conditioning Installation High Efficiency Condenser
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Air Conditioning Installation High Efficiency Condenser
This high-efficiency condenser from Vintage Air makes the most of today's environmentally responsible R-134a refrigerants. Its compact design, coupled with Mustang-specific brackets, enables installation without modifications.
Air Conditioning Installation Modular Bolt In Dash Board
The '69-'70 Mustangs were... 
   
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Air Conditioning Installation Modular Bolt In Dash Board
The '69-'70 Mustangs were the first to use a modular bolt-in dashboard. This makes installing the SureFit easier because the dashboard, which is bolted at both ends and supported by brackets, can be removed.
Air Conditioning Installation Disconnect Steering Column
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Air Conditioning Installation Disconnect Steering Column
The steering column must also be disconnected from the dashboard.
Air Conditioning Installation Disconnect Support Brackets
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Air Conditioning Installation Disconnect Support Brackets
Support brackets are disconnected and the entire dashboard is pulled out. Keep in mind we're working with a '70 Mustang that's undergoing a restoration at Mustangs Etc. The instrument panel has already been removed along with the stereo and other items.
Air Conditioning Installation Vintage Air Defroster Outlets
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Air Conditioning Installation Vintage Air Defroster Outlets
Vintage Air defroster outlets are installed first via a single fastener.
Air Conditioning Installation Cowl Ventintake
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Air Conditioning Installation Cowl Ventintake
The cowl vent intake for the Mustang's original heater is blocked off with this plug using an RTV adhesive/sealer
Air Conditioning Installation Mounting Holes
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Air Conditioning Installation Mounting Holes
Vintage Air provides a template so you can accurately drill 1/4-inch mounting holes in the firewall for air handler security.
Air Conditioning Installation Firewall Mounting Brackets
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Air Conditioning Installation Firewall Mounting Brackets
The mounting bracket on the firewall side is installed like this.
Air Conditioning Installation Refrigeration And Hot Water Plumbing
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Air Conditioning Installation Refrigeration And Hot Water Plumbing
Refrigeration and hot water plumbing is next. The insulated line is low-side (low pressure) refrigeration plumbing. Hot water plumbing isn't insulated; it passes through the firewall where the stock heater hose connections are located.

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