C2 - POA Valve config

[Dan Pepper]

I am looking for a correct POA valve for my '66 L36 coupe. The unit currently in the car is a replacement part - so say the judges - but I'm not sure what attributes to look for in the correct part.

There is a sheet metal bracket on the A/C box adjacent to the current unit, although there's no place on the POA valve to attach. I'm guessing that the correct unit will have a hole or mated bracket of some kind to fix it to the bracket.

I'd like to find a diagram, photo or detailed description of correct mid-year A/C assembly so I know what I'm looking for. Neither the judging manual or the AIM describes or illustrates clearly how the parts look or go together. Any suggestions?

Also, does anyone know of an aftermarket source for a/c hoses that feature the correct month/year markings?

[Donald L.]

Re: C2 - POA Valve config

Dan- the part in question for 66 Vettes is a "Suction Throttle Valve". This part has been discontinued since the late 70s.I have heard that Old Air Products of Ft. Worth, Tex. might have it or you might try JT Pipers of
Vermilion, Il. In either case it wont be cheap.

[ROB DAME MEM# 36211]

Re: C2 - POA Valve config

You might also try Classic Auto Air Tampa,Fla. 813 251 2356

[Dino L.]

Re: C2 - POA Valve config

There was an article in Vette Vues in the past 6 months under the GM/chev bulletins that shows pictures, diagrams and how to decipher date codes....very good article. I have seen several original valves for sale on ebay.