Ac ??

[70GMCer]

My 83 has factory AC but is missing parts under the hood.

Parts missing are the hoses, compressor with mounting brackets.

It does have all of the parts from the firewall back & also the factory condenser.

But, like most that have had the compressor/hoses removed, the evap & condenser connections have been left opened to the elements.

So, I don't know the condition of those parts.

So, here's the questions.

Should I fix the original AC setup with new hoses, etc. & convert to 134?

Or, should I just go ahead and remove all the original AC & Heat parts & install a "Vintage Air Sure Fit kit"?

I've looked at prices on replacement OEM parts & I figure it would cost me around $800 for everything that is missing.

The Vintage Air kit cost around $1450.00

I installed the Vintage Air kit in my 63 Impala & it works great.

I just don't know if the truck is worth the price of the Vintage Air.

It's an 83 that has been converted to a short fleet box. Who ever did it used a swb frame w/original box. The truck is highly optioned.

So, is this truck worth the expense?