[dataway]

You guys just about have me talked into a modern system, but I would have some requirements.

I want it to use the OEM suitcase and interior side parts, I want it to blow out of the OEM vents. Removing the underhood suitcase is not an option for me. I would prefer it if the OEM controls still controlled everything. Right now everything OEM there works great, blower (new), all the controls, flaps, vacuum parts work. To be honest, I think a person could put on new lines, vacuum the thing out, refill it and it would work ... not sure how good ... and yes I hate the giant, heavy old compressor too.

How about just going with a modern compressor and perhaps modern refrigerant? The condenser is new and while it is a direct replacement for the original it definitely has a different fine/tube design ... not sure if that is indicative of a better design or not.

I've had the entire suitcase (both sides) out, cleaned, restored, new heater core, evap coil looked great ... basically it's just waiting for a compressor to be hooked up, new seals/lines and filled up. The original compressor sat on shelf for 30 years with all it's oil in it (climate controlled), openings sealed up ... but I have no idea of it's running condition. I'd gladly replace it with something lighter and better.