I’m trying to put the AC back in my car, but it wasn’t easy to get out either! How do I re-install this thing without smashing up the flimsy metal collar or damaging the thin and fragile fiberglass of my blower housing?
Is there a trick to this? Like “put the motor in first, but don’t bolt it down, then put the AC box in”?
I would sure appreciate help!
I am guessing you have a 1969 Convertible? The AC needs to go in before the carpet, before the dash, before the console. It needs to go in first.
Sorry for not giving helpful information here, guys! This is a '67 XR7. It’s definitely above the carpet in there.
The shop manual says the blower goes in first, and hold it to the left while you put the box in - but I’m thinking this is going to be a long and unfun job, if I want to not smash it all up. =)
Same advice- the carpet, seats, pad console etc needs to be gone.
West Coast Classic Cougar made a video about how to do this
Many thanks to all that offered advice! I did manage to get it in there, without damaging anything, and without pulling the carpet! (that mass-backed stuff is challenging to lay down and get in place!)
Thankfully my buddy came over and helped me by throwing nuts on the studs as I got it all in place.
It was not easy, but it’s in! Now to find all the brackets and screws I’ve managed to lose over the last 18 years…
I also discovered that the fresh air vent on the driver’s side doubles as a storage device for leaves, bugs, and old mud dauber nests! I was lying under the dash, and demonstrated its operation to my friend who was helping. bap Right in my face, and onto the new carpet. lol
