Recommendations for new AC kits - 97' 3.0 5 sp. XLT

[larscot]

Fellow Ranger owners -
The time has come to do a complete AC retrofit on my truck.
As the title says, it's a 97, 3.0, 5 sp. 170K on the clock.

I'm looking for recommendations for a Manufacturer or distributor that puts out a solid high quality
AC replacement kit for my truck.

Something that will last. I'm not afraid to pay for quality.
Thanks in advance

 

[19Walt93]

I put a Vintage Air Mini system in my 93 but it was far from a bolt in. The truck was formerly a drag truck so there was no hvac system in it at all and I had the can completely gutted when I installed it. I don't believe you'll find an actual retro fit kit but I wish you luck.

 

[ksack]

I installed a full kit in my heater only 97 w/ 2.3 and 5 speed. I did a quick search of the internet and I think I got it through ACKITS.COM as the site looks familiar. Took a full day to install but looked stock on the truck and worked great. Had the truck for 5 years after that and never had an issue with the kit. The 2.3 was underpowered and I would have to turn off the AC if trying to pass on the highway since the ECU does not account for the compressor engaging. Overall I would definitely recommend.