crimsoneclipse

1. Likely the heater core. Bypass or replace. 2. The booster merely makes the break application easier. Possibly the master, but check the connections and lines first for leaks. Also check the fluid quantity.

No emissions in Florida that i know of. The choke really isn't necessary in Florida either. (maybe cold 2 days a year) If you're staying within the state lines, you can also put in a webber carb, set the mixture and forget it. (no mountains to worry about leaning in)

White smoke suggest coolant. I'm guessing head gasket.

Holy crap that's a nice truck!

I thought this thread was about posting pics of your engine bay. (I'd qualify for the "Most Rust" award)

.008 intake .009 exhaust (cold)

Might change your performance higher or lower but it's not likely noticeable. I don't think the pipe is short enough to cause any problems. How does it sound?

Please post pics of finished product. seriously, i gotta see this!!!

Pull the A/C and be done with it. (already done) It's a beater work truck that I'll keep for a year or so.

I didn't put the suction line. Previous owner.

Well, it was actually leaking out of the drier. It was a slow leak but manageable. Then I noticed the metal flakes. Soon after it ceased cooling but would not take anymore freon. None of the rest of the system had any obvious leaks. Also, when draining the freon, it was bright yellow green and was clumping. Possibly a leak sealer. It is also the leak sealer in combination with the metal flakes caused the clog. Except for the new suction line, it was all original equipment.

The compressor failed enough to make flakes, which clogged the drier. The freon was full. Still had a considerable amount of oil and dye. Kinda too bad.

The compressor was original equipment, and originally used R12. I was able to push open the suction valve and saw some more metal flakes (where else are they going to come from? It also required a special extractor to remove the clutch, so I gave up and tossed it. One less thing I suppose.

It could be the compressor engaging and dis-engaging. Use a flashlight to see of the center of the compressor is engaging when you hear the RPM change. (please keep fingers and long hair clear)

2-55 A/C system installed. Not your fancy-schmancy 3-55 or 4-55, I mean, I'm no billionair. Found metal flakes in a couple of pipes. The condenser looks like original equipment, as is the dryer. The pulley was also shot. I'll try to take apart the compressor just for the experience and to see what failed. I might sell the low pressure hose on Ebay as it looks brand new with foam insulation. If there is any compressor tear down carnage, I will post pics.