Banaro Posted February 11, 2013 Posted February 11, 2013 HI, Can someone post PICs of the heater plumbing and Vacuum control valve for a 71 SS. I have just replaced the heater core, but no valve or pipes currently exist, interested in valve mounting and where the pipes go in to the engine. Mine is actually a RHD converted car in Australia (1 of 4 71SS), but original LHD pics will be a good start. Thanks
stangeba Posted February 11, 2013 Posted February 11, 2013 Banaro, Welcome! WOW 1 of 4, WOW! RHD, WOW! Sorry, Please post pictures some day! A/C or NO A/C? Here is a link to a mess of pictures I took of my 71 Small Block NO A/C when I replaced the heater core. Hope it helps. Sounds like it's an A/C car because there are no vacuum hoses on the NO A/C 71. Bruce 71 small block NO A/C heater core replacement
Sam (Bones) Posted February 11, 2013 Posted February 11, 2013 if it is a non AC car it will only have hoses, the vacuum controlled valve is on AC cars
Banaro Posted February 11, 2013 Author Posted February 11, 2013 It is an aircon car. Trying to work out where to host some pics, any ideas? Thanks
Banaro Posted February 17, 2013 Author Posted February 17, 2013 Here are some PICS I have 2 build sheets and the US sales invoice, delivered with most all options, RHD converted in Australia on arrival. Note Right hand Drive Note Right hand Drive See Left hand mounted Aircon / heater box See Right hand steering box location Car PIC original White colour upper and lower
7tonemonte Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 That is so cool! First time I've seen that, welcome to the fgmcc too!
monte70car Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 If I remember right there is also a blue 70 or 71 down under thats RHD. Is the battery truly sitting at an angle because of the steering box and does the power steering lines route by the cross member?
Banaro Posted February 17, 2013 Author Posted February 17, 2013 The story I was told is that 12 x 1971 Monte Carlos came to Australia and were converted RHD in 1971, 4 of those were SS's. Only 2 SS's are supposed to remain? There could also be some more recent LHD imports here. I have not seen another here yet, hence the request for pics of an original engine bay, nice to know where everything lives. The battery has been remounted, but not a result of the RHD conversion, not sure where it is supposed to be, and what parts I need to return it to original. The steering lines run down and across the front edge of the front cross member.
footballubet Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 Welcome to the club! This is the 2nd RHD Monte we've had in the club. Interesting how they changed it all over. I wonder what the cost of the switch would be? And what did they do with the leftover parts?
70mcarlo Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 I've never seen a FGMC like that either - very nice car!!! to the FGMCC!!!
wallaby Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 Wow, you don't realize how involved it is until you see it. I bet with the AC compressor mounted it's a real bugger to change the plugs on that side. ...and where in the world would you find something like a new dash pad for that thing? Were Chevelles common in RHD? I've seen other cars that were made from the begining to be fitted either RHD or LHD and they tend to use either linkages for the conversion like early Hondas, or a dash layout that is mirrored from side to side...but this Monte has a handful of specialized parts and the underhood layout is changed. Just amazing.
Canuck Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 Welcome! Nicely optioned car. The heater control valve should be mounted on the intake for a stock 71 Monte.
502ci Posted February 17, 2013 Posted February 17, 2013 That is wild seeing the reverse image of our interior along with the engine bay...
bigtankjones Posted February 18, 2013 Posted February 18, 2013 ALL'S I CAN SAY IS WOW!! Very Wild looking. Very Beautiful Looking Monte To.
Mo's70MCs Posted February 18, 2013 Posted February 18, 2013 Nice! Imagine sitting and driving a Monte on the other side of the car, it seems awkward. Though it's unique I suppose. Owning and driving one here is the States would be wild, double the eyes.
footballubet Posted February 18, 2013 Posted February 18, 2013 I've driven a Postal Jeep that was a RHD. Talk about an interesting ride! At least there was no damage done.
Banaro Posted February 18, 2013 Author Posted February 18, 2013 Basically everything seems to have been reworked to fit on the other side, using mostly original parts. With the heater box out I can see evidence of LHD in the firewall. The heater box itself has been cut and shut and all put back together. Left and Right interior kick panels have been modified plastic welded and recoloured I have not had a close look at the dash pad, but suspect it was modified then recovered. Steering gear is a normal unit (AGR now) moved into the chassis on the RH side with custom box bracket to mount it. Drag link has been modified on the RH end to suit, RH side tierods have been curved to clear (only discovered all of this when I attempted to renew everything). The previous owner restored the car 30 years ago and maintained it fairly well over the years, however discarded the Aircon compressor / hardware, and the ride leveling system at some stage.
Mo's70MCs Posted February 18, 2013 Posted February 18, 2013 Wow! That is one amazing car to say the least. Welcome to our forum Juan, won't you join our ranks and become a dues paying member. It will be nice having you (officially) on-board with such a gem. Thanks for letting us gawk at that beauty from another perspective. The LHD to RHD conversion intrigues us all without a doubt, never mind that beauty being an "SS", which in my case would be the added bonus.
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