1964-1966 center a/c vent - Page 6 - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

corvettejim1968 · 06-26-2014, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by aggie91

That red ball looks kinda neat in the housing. Could you do them in Black to save on getting them chromed if someone whated that option?

sure if you wanted them black i could just dye them that color and you would get your parts alot faster too.

corvettejim1968 · 06-27-2014, 07:34 PM

so the last vent ball i made is 2 1/4 tall. i just got a new one in today that is 2in tall . i will start the mold for it this weekend. now we will have a couple choices for the small vent balls on the outer sides of the dash.

MalibuKasey · 06-29-2014, 11:21 PM

Wow!!! Just stumbled on this. I need a set of those side vents! Let us know when they are ready! Nice work!!!

corvettejim1968 · 06-30-2014, 08:41 AM

got the first half of the new smallest vent ball mold done. looks like i cant find the center vent clip so i am going to try and cast it as well. we may have to glue it in on final assembly but I'm sure it will work just fine. i will keep you all posted. and thanks again for the kind words.

likaroc13 · 06-30-2014, 08:56 PM

Man, so glad I was just browsing the FAQ section which led me to thinking about another member. When I searched his posts, I came upon this thread. I remember seeing some talk from a couple folks about making this happen, but I'm so glad to see it's working out for you! Luckily for me, my dad found an original in good shape from an A/C cab he bought a while back. If I end up needing anything though, I know where to look. Congrats, & keep up the nice work!

corvettejim1968 · 07-01-2014, 02:29 PM

parts are coming along.

corvettejim1968 · 07-01-2014, 02:36 PM

the newest vent ball. now i need to make the mold.

corvettejim1968 · 07-13-2014, 10:23 PM

did some more work on the 2in vent ball mold today.

made the 1st clip and it was too thin. it did not grab tight enough. so i made another mold and made it about 3 times as thick. because its resin and not metal it did not stay when you pushed on the center vent. so i drilled a couple of holes for the "teeth" to drop into and it came out perfect. the next faceplate mold i will make it will have the holes in it . this is taking me longer than i thought. its allot more work than i expected but i am making progress every weekend. please bare with me.

Just-in-credible · 07-14-2014, 10:21 PM

I have to say, your work is Simply amazing. And here thought I really was doing good when I filled a shifter ball full of epoxy, rubbed a little grease on the shifter handle, and held it in place while the epoxy cured so I could 'adapt threads' hahahaha.

corvettejim1968 · 07-15-2014, 08:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Just-in-credible

I have to say, your work is Simply amazing. And here thought I really was doing good when I filled a shifter ball full of epoxy, rubbed a little grease on the shifter handle, and held it in place while the epoxy cured so I could 'adapt threads' hahahaha.

thanks for the compliment I had a good teacher so I need to give him credit for taking me under his wing.

oldies1938 · 07-15-2014, 11:02 PM

how much for 2 chrome ac balls for 66 chevy?? thanks

corvettejim1968 · 07-15-2014, 11:03 PM

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Originally Posted by oldies1938

how much for 2 chrome ac balls for 66 chevy?? thanks

$100 for the pair. new with new chrome. free shipping

corvettejim1968 · 07-16-2014, 07:48 PM

update........ the 5 test parts are done and i just paid the guy so they will be shipped to my door sometime next week. that means i will have the 1st complete assembly ready for sale very soon.

**ms2335** · 07-29-2014, 11:41 AM

I'll take 2 vent balls if still available, and still want center vent and side vents when ready

corvettejim1968 · 07-29-2014, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by ms2335

I'll take 2 vent balls if still available, and still want center vent and side vents when ready

the vents are sold. but i will make more. and keep you all posted

**nsb29** · 07-30-2014, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by corvettejim1968

the vents are sold. but i will make more. and keep you all posted

I would take the next set of on plated vents retaners and clips that im in line for thanks doug

corvettejim1968 · 07-31-2014, 08:28 AM

i have this painted faceplate that has no mounting studs on the back. a couple people here said they may want to use a faceplate for speakers and i wanted to offer this for $20 shipped. you will not be able to use it for A/C i want to make that clear but as you can see in the pic you can mount it to the dash.

66chevy43 · 08-04-2014, 01:35 AM

How are your AC vents coming Jim? Your going to have change your name to A/C-JIM! I can't wait to get one.

severedchris · 07-29-2014, 02:21 PM

Payment sent!!....can't wait to receive mine...I'll post pics after paint and install.

**yelmer** · 07-29-2014, 06:27 PM

awesome work jim . have you thought of molding color ones like the 1966's dark fawn . keep up the good work !!!

corvettejim1968 · 07-29-2014, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by yelmer

awesome work jim . have you thought of molding color ones like the 1966's dark fawn . keep up the good work !!!

thank you.adding the dye is way too much of a challenge to get an exact color match. painting is the better way. i painted this one and it looks great.

corvettejim1968 · 07-29-2014, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by severedchris

Payment sent!!....can't wait to receive mine...I'll post pics after paint and install.

okay all boxed up will go out Wed. please do send pics.

**nsb29** · 07-29-2014, 06:41 PM

payment made for face plate I will take the 2 chrome vent balls if they're for sale I also need 2 ball retainers will you have moor center vents

64chevycrewcab · 08-12-2014, 10:22 PM

add me to the waiting list please.

corvettejim1968 · 08-13-2014, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by 64chevycrewcab

add me to the waiting list please.

do you want the whole assembly?

06-27-2014, 07:34 PM	#2
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent so the last vent ball i made is 2 1/4 tall. i just got a new one in today that is 2in tall . i will start the mold for it this weekend. now we will have a couple choices for the small vent balls on the outer sides of the dash. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

06-29-2014, 11:21 PM	#3
MalibuKasey Artist Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rockwell NC Posts: 422	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent Wow!!! Just stumbled on this. I need a set of those side vents! Let us know when they are ready! Nice work!!! __________________ 66 Chevy C10 283ci~cough~ SBW Fleet Buttercup '66

06-30-2014, 08:41 AM	#4
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent got the first half of the new smallest vent ball mold done. looks like i cant find the center vent clip so i am going to try and cast it as well. we may have to glue it in on final assembly but I'm sure it will work just fine. i will keep you all posted. and thanks again for the kind words. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

06-30-2014, 08:56 PM	#5
likaroc13 Rollin' Old Skool Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 5,371	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent Man, so glad I was just browsing the FAQ section which led me to thinking about another member. When I searched his posts, I came upon this thread. I remember seeing some talk from a couple folks about making this happen, but I'm so glad to see it's working out for you! Luckily for me, my dad found an original in good shape from an A/C cab he bought a while back. If I end up needing anything though, I know where to look. Congrats, & keep up the nice work! __________________ _____________________________________________ Phillip My Build threads: 1966 Chevy C-10 "Black Betty" shortbed, fleetside, BBW, 327 V8/ Powerglide (under construction) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...ighlight=betty 1997 Chevy Tahoe, 2dr/2wd, mild custom (Daily driver) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=601142 Pics: '66 C-10 https://flic.kr/s/aHsjHWD4h9 '97 Tahoe https://flic.kr/s/aHsjGZ7wKP '93 C-1500 https://flic.kr/s/aHskxdpdnQ '88 S-10 Blazer https://flic.kr/s/aHsjYGx4Md Previous Rides: 1993 Chevy S-10 ext. cab, 4.3L, 4/5 drop (Sold) 1993 Chevy C-1500 short/step Retro-Rod (Sold) 1988 S-10 Blazer 2dr/2wd mild custom (Sold)

07-01-2014, 02:29 PM	#6
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent parts are coming along. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

07-01-2014, 02:36 PM	#7
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent the newest vent ball. now i need to make the mold. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

07-13-2014, 10:23 PM	#8
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent did some more work on the 2in vent ball mold today. made the 1st clip and it was too thin. it did not grab tight enough. so i made another mold and made it about 3 times as thick. because its resin and not metal it did not stay when you pushed on the center vent. so i drilled a couple of holes for the "teeth" to drop into and it came out perfect. the next faceplate mold i will make it will have the holes in it . this is taking me longer than i thought. its allot more work than i expected but i am making progress every weekend. please bare with me. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/ Last edited by corvettejim1968; 07-13-2014 at 10:24 PM. Reason: add

07-14-2014, 10:21 PM	#9
Just-in-credible Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 186	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent I have to say, your work is Simply amazing. And here thought I really was doing good when I filled a shifter ball full of epoxy, rubbed a little grease on the shifter handle, and held it in place while the epoxy cured so I could 'adapt threads' hahahaha.

07-15-2014, 11:02 PM	#11
oldies1938 Registered User Join Date: May 2013 Location: chino hills ca Posts: 91	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent how much for 2 chrome ac balls for 66 chevy?? thanks

07-16-2014, 07:48 PM	#13
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent update........ the 5 test parts are done and i just paid the guy so they will be shipped to my door sometime next week. that means i will have the 1st complete assembly ready for sale very soon. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

07-29-2014, 11:41 AM	#14
ms2335 Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: glenmora. la Posts: 290	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent I'll take 2 vent balls if still available, and still want center vent and side vents when ready __________________ 65 Chevy C10 Short Fleet BBW 6.0L/4l80E 68 Chevy C10 SWB 6.0L/4L80E 84 Chevy C10 SWB 5.3/4l60E QA1 Suspension

07-31-2014, 08:28 AM	#17
corvettejim1968 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Phoenix,AZ Posts: 946	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent i have this painted faceplate that has no mounting studs on the back. a couple people here said they may want to use a faceplate for speakers and i wanted to offer this for $20 shipped. you will not be able to use it for A/C i want to make that clear but as you can see in the pic you can mount it to the dash. __________________ Hand Made Factory reproduction A/C vents text or call 602-361-6421 Website for A/C vents https://coolc10.com/

08-04-2014, 01:35 AM	#18
66chevy43 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Willamette Valley Oregon Posts: 110	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent How are your AC vents coming Jim? Your going to have change your name to A/C-JIM! I can't wait to get one.

07-29-2014, 02:21 PM	#19
severedchris Registered User Join Date: May 2012 Location: Franklinton, LA Posts: 179	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent Payment sent!!....can't wait to receive mine...I'll post pics after paint and install. __________________ "The objective is not to die for my country, but to provide the other poor bastard the opportunity to die for his!!!!"

07-29-2014, 06:27 PM	#20
yelmer Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: greeley colorado Posts: 1,360	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent awesome work jim . have you thought of molding color ones like the 1966's dark fawn . keep up the good work !!!



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07-29-2014, 06:41 PM	#23
nsb29 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: new smyrna beach fl / 29 palms cal Posts: 1,727	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent payment made for face plate I will take the 2 chrome vent balls if they're for sale I also need 2 ball retainers will you have moor center vents

08-12-2014, 10:22 PM	#24
64chevycrewcab Registered User Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Posts: 143	Re: 1964-1966 center a/c vent add me to the waiting list please. __________________ 1961 Apache 10 with side trim 1964 4 door crew cab C20 1966 Chevy Suburban with custom trim 1961 K30 with a 4-53T Detroit diesel 1966 GMC 4X4 Suburban

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