Becky Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Hey guys it has been a while. I have been working on a few things but was thinking about putting a/c in. I am finding that there two different types of condensers. I need to know which one before I can even research cost and availability. Does anybody know if it matters whether I put the Hitachi or Lone star in? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatchsub Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 It shouldn't matter so long as you get everything associated with the type you choose. Your best bet is to find a parts car in a JY with all the AC stuff intact and grab it all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eatmorepossum Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I"m also considering adding A/C to my 85 brat which has the badge "Car is equipped for installation of optional A/C". If someone would list what "all the AC stuff" includes, I'd really appreciate it! Is it just the condensor and a belt or two or do I need to grab more parts than that from a Loyale or Brat!? Looks like the whole enchilada is covered here. Which parts are missing in a "equipped for optional" car? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skishop69 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Hitachi was factory AC and IIRC, Lonestar was dealer added AC. Hatchsub is correct. You need to make sure you get the components for the correct system you want to install. All of the brackets, hoses, condenser, accumulator (receiver/drier), compressor, condenser and evaporator core are different and not easily interchangeable as the fittings are different between the two systems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Becky Posted October 23, 2015 Author Share Posted October 23, 2015 Thanks guys. Now I just have to find all the parts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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