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Retrofit a/c from second gen into 1st gen?

Discussion in '1st Gen 4Runners (1984-1989)' started by Yotaman90, Oct 24, 2021.

  1. Oct 24, 2021 at 8:54 PM
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    Yotaman90

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    Hey Guys I have an 86 4runner that didn't come with a/c from factory and it like to convert it. I have access to a 95 4runner for parts. Is there anything I could use from the 95 that would work in my 86?
     
    Yotaman90, Oct 24, 2021
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  2. Oct 29, 2021 at 2:13 PM
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    Shibrew

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    I'm assuming your 86 is a 22re. Is the 95 a 3.0l? I know the 3vz will work with the 5vz but you have to change the pully on the front since the old 3.0 uses a v shape belt.
     
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  3. Oct 29, 2021 at 4:33 PM
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    It's a 22re and yes the 95 is the 3.0. I was hoping like the condenser and evaporater would be interchangeable along with some of the hoses and such but I guess probably not? I'm sure the compresser would be different?
     
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  4. Oct 31, 2021 at 5:20 PM
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    If the compressor is different you might be able to rob everything from the 3.0 up to the top plate on the compressor.

    The compressor looks pretty similar after a quick El Google search with the pulley being different. V-belt vs 4 groove.

    I’ve got an 87 (og 22RE) with a 3.0l ac unit in it and everything bolts up to where it’s supposed to on the front. You might get lucky!
     
    Shibrew, Oct 31, 2021
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