For those interested in an alternate approach to the factory A/C setup (Howard & others), dealer installed trunk unit (like Paul's 56 Exec in Las Vegas) or underdash unit (Keith & others), here's my plan for my 56 Panther (nee Clipper):
1. Remove tube radio and head tuner.
2. Remove factory heater & underdash ducting.
These steps obviously frees up a LOT of space behind the dash.
2. Use Vintage Air combo A/C heater unit for large vehicles such as their "Gen II Magnum":
http://www.vintageair.com/2012catalog/2012%20VintageAir%20Catalog%20Final%20WEB%20%28Page%2040%29.pdf 3. Use left & right ashtrays outlets for universal swivel air vents.
4. Use rectangular hole in dash where radio head unit was fitted for center up/down & left/right air outlet.
5. Use holes where radio head tune & volume was fitted for A/C controls.
6. Custom fit VA compressor & condensor as required.
Craig
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