DIY Air Conditioning Project: Auto Enthusiasts Construct High-Performance Cooling Unit
In an exciting display of car modification, a team of enthusiasts known as Garage 54 have successfully installed a full-fledged air conditioning system in an old Moskvich. The project, which involved creatively combining components from different vehicles, resulted in a system that functions similarly to standard automotive AC setups.
The air conditioner was designed to produce a chill even through a jacket, with tests showing a drop in temperature from the vents as low as +2 degrees. The heart of the system comprises a compressor, a radiator (sourced from a Toyota), a heater core and evaporator (from a Mazda), and a looped system of tubes that were gathered, bent, welded, and connected from various sources.
To install the system, holes were carefully made in the firewall to route the refrigerant tubes to the evaporator. The installation process was simplified by removing unnecessary sensors and setting the compressor to run continuously to maximise cooling performance. Bending and welding were done to connect all parts properly.
Once installed, the system was vacuumed and pressure-tested to confirm its operation, demonstrating that a mix-and-match approach can effectively retrofit an AC system into an older vehicle like the Moskvich.
For those interested in learning more about Chinese cars, which have become prevalent on the roads of Kazakhstan, the special project "The World of Chinese Cars" provides detailed information about brands, manufacturers, and more.
It is worth noting that the Terms of Service for the project's platform require an email and password for user access, with the password needing to be at least 6 characters long. Auto Automobiles Invention, the company behind the platform, has also set up automatic geolocation for comment authors.
The successful retrofitting of an air conditioning system in an old Moskvich is a testament to the creativity and passion of car enthusiasts like those at Garage 54. Their innovative work continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of automobiles.
What about integrating other modern amenities into the lifestyle of older cars, like installing gadgets or technology? For instance, could we envision a future where car-maintenance is facilitated by gadgets connected to automotive technology? Not just air conditioning systems, but perhaps even entertainment systems or safety features? Or perhaps even car-sharing platforms integrated into these systems, similar to the geolocation feature mentioned in the Terms of Service for the special project "The World of Chinese Cars"? The possibilities are endless, and teams like Garage 54 continue to inspire us with their innovative work.
