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ovrTHhill · 06-27-2016, 07:29 PM

Came late to this party. To have a cool A/C in an SC, I highly recommend converting the York compressor to a modern rotary compressor. Next, add a radiator to the front oil cooler trombone, or rather, toss the trombone and install a full radiator with a supplemental cooling fan that operates when the A/C is operational. These little things make a big difference. Also, R-12 is a more efficient refrigerant than what is required by the EPA change to a more Ozone friendly material. A properly maintained 911SC is a thing of beauty. As for the quip about the timing chain rails and the pressure valve that keeps them taught, well, my experience is that that beautiful wine comes from the chains rolling across the rails. Our 80 911SC has been in the family for the past 26 years and is the least expensive vehicle we have ever owned. The pleasures in owning a 911 are in the eyes/ears of the beholder. Find your passion and let the rest have theirs.

06-27-2016, 07:29 PM	#32
ovrTHhill Registered User Join Date: Jun 2016 Location: texas Posts: 1	Porsche 911SC Came late to this party. To have a cool A/C in an SC, I highly recommend converting the York compressor to a modern rotary compressor. Next, add a radiator to the front oil cooler trombone, or rather, toss the trombone and install a full radiator with a supplemental cooling fan that operates when the A/C is operational. These little things make a big difference. Also, R-12 is a more efficient refrigerant than what is required by the EPA change to a more Ozone friendly material. A properly maintained 911SC is a thing of beauty. As for the quip about the timing chain rails and the pressure valve that keeps them taught, well, my experience is that that beautiful wine comes from the chains rolling across the rails. Our 80 911SC has been in the family for the past 26 years and is the least expensive vehicle we have ever owned. The pleasures in owning a 911 are in the eyes/ears of the beholder. Find your passion and let the rest have theirs.