How are folks bending the compressor line (red) for a v mount setup? I tried muscling it but it won't bend. Also wondering if folks are routing it above the cross bracket (orange route).

 

It doesn't bend without breaking. You either have to remake it or use the one that comes with the greddy kit if RHD or get the jp3 kit

 

Looks you are using the Rotary Works V-Mount... I see the cross brace.
Same as mine.... its far from bolt in ready to run a/c.
You'll have to get creative with it for the a/c lines and condenser.... check out my build thread to see what I did with mine.
G/L

Steve

 

I'm using the rotary works V-MOUNT RADIATOR as well, I was able to bring the line down on the side, but after just seeing that it was going to be just a mountain of problems getting all the OE HVAC equipment back running together I called a local HVAC company that makes lines. But when I did more math I just decided once it's AC season again I'll just buy the JP3 kit. It comes with everything you need minus the RX8 compressor and condenser, which are both extremely affordable in aftermarket (eBay/rockauto). And you'll have a brand new R134 system, which we know r12 will get colder but probably not with 30 year old equipment.

 

If you need any info on the AC kits we have available for the FD, a lot of information is compiled here: https://jp3motorsports.com/blogs/new...oning-retrofit