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There are several threads on the Classic Retrofit A/C upgrade that I have read including the 50 plus page introduction by Classic Retrofit. They are very informative and will help with my own DIY installation. I decided to go all in and will do the 175 amp alternator and the windshield washer relocation kit along with the full electrocooler install. I live in Florida and as noted in the other threads we have high temps and high humidity.

There have been discussions on other threads that a second condenser and fan might be needed to lower the vent temps during the summer months when these two conditions occur. My question is as follows:

Has anyone considered using the original front condenser as the second condenser?
Granted, it was an r12 unit and has compression fittings instead of the r134a o-ring fittings. The location of this condenser is very close to the location of the new condenser in the left front fender wheel well and can be connected in series easily. It already has the fan in the frunk that draws fresh air and distributes it over the condenser. Will this be a positive or negative addition to the cooling capacity of the system. A New second condenser is not in my plan as of today. That may change with time and any negative feedback I receive on the front condenser idea.

Please provide your comments on my thoughts.

As it stand right now I will just go with the new system as designed except I will move the dryer into the smugglers box instead of behind the condenser.

I am sure I will have more questions and comments as I move forward with this great upgrade project.