X1/9 & Strada AC

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pintopower
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X1/9 & Strada AC

Postby pintopower » Thu Dec 14, 2017 12:51 pm

Hey folks, I have not had much luck posting elsewhere so I thought I would try this here. I am installing factory AC on my 1981 FI Strada. I have the complete AC system off at a company in Florida getting modernized and they have asked what compressor they use. When I look it up, I get a few conflicting options. I was hoping someone had some info and would also be able to provide images that I could send over to the guys in FL to see what compressor options they had. I would like some compressor shots, the area where it is located and as much of the bracket as you have access too, a tall order considering the engine bay of the X. Thanks in advance!
1978 Fiat 124CS, 1980 Fiat 138 (Strada), 1979 Fiat 131 (Brava) and 1976 128 3p. There are six Pintos also.

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Re: X1/9 & Strada AC

Postby kmead » Tue Jan 02, 2018 7:15 pm

There are a few threads on XWeb about rebuilding an AC system on the X which would be directly beneficial to you. Using a more modern compressor which is smaller than ones used back in the day would benefit your install.

Midwest Bayless has compressor mounts from an X which would fit the Strada 1500 which you might have a look at.

Hope that helps some.

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adrians
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Your car is a: 1981 Spider Turbo - missing the turbo
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Re: X1/9 & Strada AC

Postby adrians » Thu Jan 04, 2018 12:24 am

This company has a kit and parts to suit an X1/9 - someone here is Australia is doing the conversion. May be of help ?

https://www.vintageair.com/
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