New bumper/AC

LexLuthor · 10-06-2009, 03:01 PM

Hi!

Where would be the best place for me to find a new bumper for my 2000 smart?

Also, has anyone successfully installed A/C into their 450 and about how much was it?

Thank you!

LexLuthor · 10-06-2009, 04:23 PM

Here is a picture of the damage. I'd really like to replace the whole lower back bumper, all three parts.

Mud Pie · 10-06-2009, 04:42 PM

Have you tried E-Bay ? I'd bet a search there may help you. I seriously doubt any smart centers will be willing to help you....

BTW, who mounted your rear license plate ? They should be strung up and quartered.

Leroy · 10-06-2009, 04:51 PM

To install AC when it does not come in the car, can be done but it can be very expensive if you have to buy new parts. Used parts are the only way to go. Lots of wiring and lots of parts. Dropping the engine down to install the AC pump and lines. Reprograming the ECU to make it work. If you cannot do this yourself you will need lots of $$$$$.

Leroy

LexLuthor · 10-06-2009, 05:00 PM

Where would be the best place to get those parts?

Leroy · 10-06-2009, 05:31 PM

Your car being a 2000 model is very rare. Lots of small differances compared to the newer 2003 cars. Most parts will fit. E-Bay would be the only way to go. The wiring is a big problem. There are some parts on E-Bay right now for a 2000 car.

Leroy

LexLuthor · 10-06-2009, 05:35 PM

I'm a noob and apologize for my lack of knowledge but exactly what parts would I need to install the AC?

Leroy · 10-06-2009, 06:01 PM

If your car never had AC. You will need.
Evaporator
AC lines from Compressor to Evaporator
Condenser which goes into the heater box
Switch plus wiring that goes into the dash
AC compressor with bracket and belt and adjustor.
plus wiring which means wiring harness.
The alternator will have to be upgraded
And lots of small things

Leroy

Brabus007 · 10-06-2009, 06:43 PM

AC has been done before

http://www.funnychill.com/files/funny-pictures/car-air-conditioning.jpg
http://www.joe-ks.com/archives_aug2007/RedneckAirConditioner.jpg
http://www.lilligren.com/Redneck/images/redneck_car_air_conditioner2.jpg
http://www.hahakiri.com/wp-content/uploads/CarAirConditioningSystem2.jpg
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.engadget.com/media/2007/08/8-11-07-ac_on_car2.jpg

LexLuthor · 10-06-2009, 08:53 PM

Haha, that is amazing. And thank you Leroy!