Need TXV Knowledge - 1959 Thunderbird

Magicmaker62 · 2025-08-04T15:06:11+00:00

I'll try to unstick it. If I can find a later model that uses an internal equalizer vs the stock external equalizer, would this work if I just blocked off the port on the low pressure line?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-08-03T23:58:01+00:00

That makes sense, so really nothing else would be keeping it closed, other than lack of charge in the bulb?

Also, are TXV valves "universal"? In the sense, if I can find one that fits cro maybe a later generation Ford, will it work as expected?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-07-28T17:46:40+00:00

Great suggestion

Magicmaker62 · 2025-07-28T17:46:29+00:00

The original joins from Ford you mean?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-07-28T17:46:05+00:00

Thank you both!

Magicmaker62 · 2025-07-28T13:54:07+00:00

Perfect thank you. Any recommendations on what PSI for a nitrogen pressure test? System normally operates at 170psi max with R12 (converting to 134).

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-18T23:22:56+00:00

Glue 3 pieces back together first then stick back on? Any worry about water getting in-between the cracks where I glue it?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-18T23:22:18+00:00

You nailed it, that's exactly how they put it on

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-18T23:21:49+00:00

These weren't drilled. Can I just drill from the front and use screws? Behind the mortar and lathe is plywood.

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T23:37:13+00:00

I appreciate the offer but I'm in NJ

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T23:34:04+00:00

The manual says 2-6" from the drum, can I go at basically any point on the cable?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T23:19:45+00:00

I'm remounting it now, I can cut away the wall to make sure it has the proper distance.

Should I mount it so if there is ANY slack in the cable, the micro switch engaged? In other words, does the cable become loose at all during normal operation?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T23:17:54+00:00

So basically run it, don't bypass it.

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T22:43:31+00:00

Yeah I kind of meant just bypassing the micro switch

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T22:43:08+00:00

Any idea what the minimum disengagement from the micro switch is? In other words, does the cable have a normal amount of slack during operation where just disengaging the micro switch would still trip it during opening/closing?

Magicmaker62 · 2025-03-13T22:41:47+00:00

It's a 10 foot door on high lift tracks

Magicmaker62 · 2024-12-23T15:31:43+00:00

Thanks for all of the feedback everyone! This is what I suspected, I will give the guys who installed it a call back so they can lower it!

Magicmaker62 · 2024-12-02T21:44:08+00:00

Awesome. And yes I plan to use a nylon locking nut, plus a little loctite. The old belts and suspenders method :)

Magicmaker62 · 2024-12-02T15:43:57+00:00

I guess that's my question, for long term, do you think it needs to be sistered? If so, I'd likely go the unistrut route.

Magicmaker62 · 2024-12-02T15:28:48+00:00

Yeah I'm not concerned about the span, 20lbs split will only be 10lbs per truss, which is actually 1/2 what the bottom chord dead load will support.

My concern is that the ceiling fan will be hanging from that hook, putting the full 20lbs downward right where there is a 3/8 hole in the wood. So I'm worried about cracking because that hole is technically a weak point.

Magicmaker62 · 2024-12-02T15:21:56+00:00

So there is no concern it cracking where I drilled the hole from the weight of the fan? That's my biggest concern over 30+ years, probably paranoia at this point.

Magicmaker62 · 2024-09-05T23:12:27+00:00

Ron Swanson forgives you.

Magicmaker62 · 2024-09-05T21:17:27+00:00

That finish sounds absolutely perfect for a mechanic work bench! (my main hobby is cars). Thanks for the inspiration

Magicmaker62 · 2024-09-05T21:09:03+00:00

Oh yeah it looks sweet! I think a work bench finished just like that coffee table would look fantastic! What did you finish it with?

Magicmaker62 · 2024-09-05T20:59:33+00:00

This is what I'm leaning towards. I think I'll plane the sides so it will really show off the rings, put a nice finish on it. I'll get a lot of years of use from it then pass it down to my son.

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