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jrj001 · 08-05-2002, 09:34 AM

Hey guys. Any help would be appreciated. I'm trying to add a/c to my 72 burb. Small block w/headers. I have all the brackets to mount the compressor to exhaust manifolds but not headers. Who makes a bracket set for this app? Anybody done it? Alternator is on the driver side btw. I took the a/c off my 72 swb so the comp etc. is factory type.
Thanks, Richard

72 swb fleet w/ 468bbc (no air but the NOS keeps it cool)
72 burb in transition

ChevLoRay · 08-05-2002, 10:05 AM

I have a '69 with a small block, and factory air....and Hooker headers and an Edelbrock Performer. All brackets are stock and all components are installed.

Street and Performance in Mena, AR., has all kinds of billet brackets, and I believe Zoops has stuff, too.

Lippyp · 08-05-2002, 11:37 AM

Try http://www.alangrovecomponents.com/, they make all sorts of brackets and pulleys.

**John Fabris** · 08-05-2002, 12:14 PM

I had the same question, and most who responded just simply modifiec the A/C bracked to fit over the header. For example, my compressor bracket that bolted to the pass exhaust manifold, I just cut the part that contains the rearmost bolthole out (to clear the header tube) and then made a spacer out of stainless round tubing for the front bolt hole. that was all. I can get pictures if you want to see what I am talking about...

email me and let me know...

jrj001 · 08-05-2002, 07:48 PM

Thanks for the info.That sites cool but their brackets aren't for an original type compressor of which I have three good ones. ChevLoRay, I know that my lower bracket won't work in its current condition am curious what factory brackets you have. I know there seems to be a dozen different configurations that GM used. John, I have emailed you.
Thanks again, Richard

**john** · 08-05-2002, 08:00 PM

Check your local speed shop if you have one. I bought a fabricated rear bracket that works with A-6 compressor for about ten bucks. I think hooker or one of the header co's make them.

**John Fabris** · 08-07-2002, 12:23 PM

Here are two pictures. In the side view, if you see a diagonal cut on the bracket. This removed the second bolt hole.

08-05-2002, 09:34 AM	#1
jrj001 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 8	compressor brackets Hey guys. Any help would be appreciated. I'm trying to add a/c to my 72 burb. Small block w/headers. I have all the brackets to mount the compressor to exhaust manifolds but not headers. Who makes a bracket set for this app? Anybody done it? Alternator is on the driver side btw. I took the a/c off my 72 swb so the comp etc. is factory type. Thanks, Richard 72 swb fleet w/ 468bbc (no air but the NOS keeps it cool) 72 burb in transition

08-05-2002, 10:05 AM	#2
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	I have a '69 with a small block, and factory air....and Hooker headers and an Edelbrock Performer. All brackets are stock and all components are installed. Street and Performance in Mena, AR., has all kinds of billet brackets, and I believe Zoops has stuff, too. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was.

08-05-2002, 11:37 AM	#3
Lippyp English Chevy Owner Join Date: May 2002 Location: Shropshire, UK/ Lot, France Posts: 1,848	Try http://www.alangrovecomponents.com/, they make all sorts of brackets and pulleys. __________________ Phil '67 C10 long fleet. 350/TH350, 4 bbl Carter, K&N, Dual exhaust, loads of stuff coming soon 2001 S10 Blazer Daily Driver, bone stock 4 door 4x4 with manual transmission

08-05-2002, 12:14 PM	#4
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	I had the same question, and most who responded just simply modifiec the A/C bracked to fit over the header. For example, my compressor bracket that bolted to the pass exhaust manifold, I just cut the part that contains the rearmost bolthole out (to clear the header tube) and then made a spacer out of stainless round tubing for the front bolt hole. that was all. I can get pictures if you want to see what I am talking about... email me and let me know... __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

08-05-2002, 08:00 PM	#6
john member #16 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Yuba City Ca. Posts: 3,618	Check your local speed shop if you have one. I bought a fabricated rear bracket that works with A-6 compressor for about ten bucks. I think hooker or one of the header co's make them. __________________ john http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showgroups.php board vendors http://www.flickr.com/photos/1745471...7602865984234/

08-05-2002, 07:48 PM	#5
jrj001 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 8	Thanks for the info.That sites cool but their brackets aren't for an original type compressor of which I have three good ones. ChevLoRay, I know that my lower bracket won't work in its current condition am curious what factory brackets you have. I know there seems to be a dozen different configurations that GM used. John, I have emailed you. Thanks again, Richard

08-07-2002, 12:23 PM	#7
John Fabris TOTY 2006 Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Magalia CA USA Posts: 2,270	Here are two pictures. In the side view, if you see a diagonal cut on the bracket. This removed the second bolt hole. __________________ John Fabris 67 C10 SWB

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