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Model Specific Perfect Fit Smart Series

A/C, Heat and Defrost. For Non-Factory Air Vehicles

Model Specific Perfect Fit Smart Series

A/C, Heat and Defrost. For Non-Factory Air Vehicles

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Classic Auto Air’s Perfect Fit Smart Series™ model-specific systems are not your typical, one-size-fits-all, low-quality, aftermarket air conditioning system. Every component was chosen for its superior design and quality rather than a low cost. Our RETROFIT designs give OE quality combined with better than original performance and reliability.

The Perfect Fit Smart Series™ 1978 Ford Truck air conditioning system is engineered to fit a 1978 Ford Truck. It comes equipped with carefully sized, large, separate A/C and Heat coils just like factory (OE) systems, not combined A/C, Heat coils often found on aftermarket systems. By using separate coils we improve the cooling and heating capacity of the total system. This increases the total efficiency of the A/C System by making the vehicle interior cooler much faster than other systems on the market.

Installation’s a Breeze!

The 1978 Ford Pickup Truck Perfect Fit Smart Series™ air conditioning system is designed specifically to bolt into your 1978 Ford Truck with minimum modification to your vehicle. Each kit comes with detailed, easy-to-follow installation instructions and a mounting template when needed

Not Just Aftermarket Air Conditioning!

Classic Auto Air’s Perfect Fit Smart Series™ model-specific systems are not your typical, one-size-fits-all, low-quality, aftermarket air conditioning system. Every component was chosen for its superior design and quality rather than a low cost. Our RETROFIT designs give OE quality combined with better than original performance and reliability.

The Perfect Fit Smart Series™

1978 Ford Pickup Truck air conditioning system is engineered to fit a 1978 Ford Truck. It comes equipped with carefully sized, large, separate A/C and Heat coils just like factory (OE) systems, not combined A/C, Heat coils often found on aftermarket systems. By using separate coils we improve the cooling and heating capacity of the total system. This increases the total efficiency of the A/C System by making the vehicle interior cooler much faster than other systems on the market.

D.E.R. CONTROLLER

Classic Auto Air’s 1978 Ford Pickup Truck fully electronic D.E.R. a/c controller installs in your dash with no modifications using the OEM factory control slot to maintain a factory look. This 1978 Ford Pickup Truck D.E.R. features (dash, floor and defrost) another for temperature control (hot, cold, and everything in between), and a variable-speed blower motor. Zero fabrication needed, just plug and play.

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D.E.R. CONTROLLER

Classic Auto Air’s 1978 Ford Pickup Truck fully electronic D.E.R. a/c controller installs in your dash with no modifications using the OEM factory control slot to maintain a factory look. This 1978 Ford Pickup Truck D.E.R. features (dash, floor and defrost) another for temperature control (hot, cold, and everything in between), and a variable-speed blower motor. Zero fabrication needed, just plug and play.

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SMART SERIES
ECU

Classic Auto Air’s New Smart Series A/C Kits are easier than ever to install. This Smart Series A/C Kit has Simplified Wiring with plug n play connections that allow you to be confident in doing the installation yourself. Classic Auto Air has taken out all the guesswork on wiring. The Smart ECU “Brain” of the a/c kit is clearly labeled and flashing LED lights to let you know what is going on every step of the way during installation. Only three cables plug into the ECU. Power, Servo, and Controls; that’s it.

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SMART ECU

Classic Auto Air’s New Smart Series A/C Kits are easier than ever to install. This Smart Series A/C Kit has Simplified Wiring with plug n play connections that allow you to be confident in doing the installation yourself. Classic Auto Air has taken out all the guesswork on wiring. The Smart ECU “Brain” of the a/c kit is clearly labeled and flashing LED lights to let you know what is going on every step of the way during installation. Only three cables plug into the ECU. Power, Servo, and Controls; that’s it.

ADVANCED DIAGNOSTICS

Within the Classic Auto Air Bluetooth app, you can self-diagnose and troubleshoot with our advanced diagnostics. You have the ability to know exactly how your A/C system is functioning in the diagnostics section. Check the A/C system voltage, current temperature, servo motor positions for your fan and temperature control, and more.

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ADVANCED DIAGNOSTICS

Within the Classic Auto Air Bluetooth app, you can self-diagnose and troubleshoot with our advanced diagnostics. You have the ability to know exactly how your A/C system is functioning in the diagnostics section. Check the A/C system voltage, current temperature, servo motor positions for your fan and temperature control, and more.

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SERVICEABLE EVAP

All Classic Auto Air Perfect Fit Systems are assembled using spring metal retainers, and are screwed together to enable you to service the entire system (if the need ever arises). Beware of glued together units that are expensive to replace.

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SERVICEABLE EVAP

All Classic Auto Air Perfect Fit Systems are assembled using spring metal retainers, and are screwed together to enable you to service the entire system (if the need ever arises). Beware of glued together units that are expensive to replace.

COILS

All Classic Auto Air systems are engineered with carefully sized, large separate A/C and Heat coils just like factory (OE) systems. The separate coils improve the cooling and heating capacity of the total system.

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COILS

All Classic Auto Air systems are engineered with carefully sized, large separate A/C and Heat coils just like factory (OE) systems. The separate coils improve the cooling and heating capacity of the total system.

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PRESET THERMOSTAT

You always get the absolute coldest discharge temperatures with no fumbling of knobs or adjustments… so, no coil freeze up!

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PRESET THERMOSTAT

You always get the absolute coldest discharge temperatures with no fumbling of knobs or adjustments… so, no coil freeze up!

SPAL FANS

State of the art High Output OEM style blower assemblies with internal heat sink speed controllers for thermal protection. Excellent air volume with less electrical amperage. This is very important when installing on older vehicles where the electrical systems are not upgraded to modern standards.

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SPAL FANS

State of the art High Output OEM style blower assemblies with internal heat sink speed controllers for thermal protection. Excellent air volume with less electrical amperage. This is very important when installing on older vehicles where the electrical systems are not upgraded to modern standards.

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CONDENSERS

Classic Auto Air utilizes custom made state of the art parallel flow “micro tube” condensers. These designs are used today on modern vehicles to reduce head pressures and to transfer heat more efficiently. With dozens of custom sizes and shapes available we tailor fit each one to your specific vehicle, making it a “Perfect Fit”.

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CONDENSERS

Classic Auto Air utilizes custom made state of the art parallel flow “micro tube” condensers. These designs are used today on modern vehicles to reduce head pressures and to transfer heat more efficiently. With dozens of custom sizes and shapes available we tailor fit each one to your specific vehicle, making it a “Perfect Fit”.

ATTENTION TO DETAILS

Another Classic Auto Air advantage is the insistence on powder coating many of our brackets. This gives them a better finish and much longer durability. Plus, no one has more custom brackets than Classic.

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ATTENTION TO DETAILS

Another Classic Auto Air advantage is the insistence on powder coating many of our brackets. This gives them a better finish and much longer durability. Plus, no one has more custom brackets than Classic.

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OPEN & SHUT

All of the mode doors and shafts are one piece composite extrusions. This exclusive feature allows for larger diameter bearing surfaces and longer life. No metal doors are utilized… which eliminates rust-prone failures.

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OPEN & SHUT

All of the mode doors and shafts are one piece composite extrusions. This exclusive feature allows for larger diameter bearing surfaces and longer life. No metal doors are utilized… which eliminates rust-prone failures.

BUMPER TO BUMPER COVERAGE

The Classic Auto Air 3 Year Warranty is nice to have – yet you most likely won’t have to use it. No exclusions here. We believe in what we build.

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BUMPER TO BUMPER COVERAGE

The Classic Auto Air 3 Year Warranty is nice to have – yet you most likely won’t have to use it. No exclusions here. We believe in what we build.

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OEM LOOK

Classic Auto Air is the innovator in supplying pre-bent condenser lines. These are high-quality aluminum lines that give an OEM appearance and speed up installation.

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OEM LOOK

Classic Auto Air is the innovator in supplying pre-bent condenser lines. These are high-quality aluminum lines that give an OEM appearance and speed up installation.

DIRECTPASS TECHNOLOGY

Classic Auto Air evaporators are AutoCad designed to maximize airflow using the exclusive DirectPass technology. This give you a greater volume of unobstructed airflow. You also benefit from larger door openings.

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DIRECTPASS TECHNOLOGY

Classic Auto Air evaporators are AutoCad designed to maximize airflow using the exclusive DirectPass technology. This give you a greater volume of unobstructed airflow. You also benefit from larger door openings.

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