1978 Chevrolet Corvette Air Conditioning Parts

Essential 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Air Conditioning Parts

Carquest Premium – AC Pressure Relief Valve (Part No.ACA1296)

AC Pressure Relief Valve

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$15.99
The Premium CarQuest Vehicle Solutions line is designed for OE form, fit and function for both import and domestic vehicles. The A/C Pressure Relief Valve is used in the automotive air conditioning system to prevent unusual over-pressure that may cause damage to critical components within the system or to the system as a whole. By opening it’s valve when the system pressure exceeds the preset pressure levels and closing when the internal pressure decreases to the preset pressure levels, proper factory designated system pressures are maintained.

Product Features:
  • Designed and manufactured with high quality materials, industry leading components and strict quality controls. Engineered to meet or exceed OE performance and to meet the uncompromising demands of service professionals.
  • Direct fit replacement matches proper OE fit, form, and function and ensures trouble free installation of your A/C Pressure Relief Valve.
  • All units are tested using advanced end-of-line testing equipment that pressurizes the A/C Pressure Relief Valve and checks functionality to ensure each A/C Pressure Relief Valve meets manufacturing specifications before packaging.
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Carquest Standard – Reman GM A6 Compressor w/ Clutch (Part No.DW57087)

Reman GM A6 Compressor w/ Clutch

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$303.99
Our products are engineered and tested to provide years of trouble free operation. Backed by over 50 years of mobile a/c experience, fix it once and fix it right with Carquest.

Product Features:
  • Built in a TS16949 certified manufacturing environment to ensure consistent quality that meets or exceeds OE specifications for fit, form, function and durability
  • All remanufactured compressors are built using the latest compressor technology available today and using strict remanufacturing processes
  • All units have new seals, O-rings, gaskets and clutch bearings
  • Tested for noise, vibration, durability, vacuum decay and pressure decay to ensure no leaks and longer life
  • Remanufactured compressors are 100 percent tested to ensure compressor function and noise level meets or exceeds OE specifications
  • Remanufactured compressors come pre-charged with 3 ounces of PAG oil for R134a or R1234yf applications
  • Remanufactured compressors are individually vacuum and pressure tested to ensure no leaks
  • Remanufactured compressors come with the R12/R134A/1234yf required O-rings /sealing washers to install the compressor
  • Remanufactured Compressors are built in a ISO9001:2015 Certified facility to ensure consistent quality standards in the Re-manufacturing process
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Santech – A/C O-Ring Kit (Part No.R1151317302SII)

A/C O-Ring Kit

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$8.73
A/C O-Ring Kit

Factory Air – Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit (Part No.26778)

Cap and Valve A/C System Seal Kit

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$41.99
Compatible with both R12 And R134a refrigerants; All the seals needed to complete the job; SUV And rear air applications; Application specific
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Carquest – Multi Purpose Relay (Part No.83A1008)

Multi Purpose Relay

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$17.29
High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to provide professional technicians and DIYers with a cost-effective solution.

Product Features:
  • High-quality products that meet OE appearance and performance to
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Carquest Premium – Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube (Part No.T38904)

Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube

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$15.99
This item for automotive air conditioning system Freon throttling and antihypertensive effect.

Product Features:
  • Throttling
  • Injection molded
  • Color coded
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator Tank (Part No.T33205)

A/C Accumulator Tank

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$33.49
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – Sealing Washer Kit (Part No.24336)

Sealing Washer Kit

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$12.29
Includes O-Ring; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Cut-Out Switch (Part No.ACA1257)

A/C Compressor Cut-Out Switch

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$30.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.
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Factory Air – Reman GM Frigidaire/Harrison A6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil (Part No.48284)

Reman GM Frigidaire/Harrison A6 Clutch Assembly w/ Coil

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$119.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • All mounting hardware included
  • All pulleys and hubs are machined and trued to ensure an even surface
  • Twelve point hub weld
  • Coated to prevent corrosion
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Factory Air – Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube (Part No.16152)

Evaporator Core Repair Kit w/ White Orifice Tube

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$18.29
Optimized refrigerant flow; Core design meets or exceeds OE performance And efficiency; Application specific design for GM vehicles; Replaces damaged evaporator inlet tube
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Carquest Premium – A/C Discharge and Suction Line Hose Assembly (Part No.T55520)

A/C Discharge and Suction Line Hose Assembly

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$65.99
Carquest Hose Assemblies are designed to carry refrigerant in an air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications and are designed to easily fit into the engine compartment.

Product Features:
  • 100% of hose assemblies use Goodyear hoses that meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness and permeation.
  • Tubes and mufflers are designed to meet original equipment specifications for wall thickness.
  • Fittings are designed to couple and seal to eliminate leaks. Trivalent plating is used on steel fittings to enhance corrosion resistance. The fittings conform to original equipment specifications to allow for the proper fit with related air conditioning
  • Welds and crimps meet and exceed original equipment tension specifications.
  • Manufactured to allow flexibility in the hose to conform to engine compartments.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – AC Pressure Switch (Part No.ABA1091)

AC Pressure Switch

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$51.99
The Premium CarQuest Vehicle Solutions line of vehicle electronics are designed for OE form, fit and function for both import and domestic vehicles. The A/C Pressure Switch monitors system pressures, aiding in proper and efficient control of the compressor, fans and system levels. An improperly functioning A/C Pressure Switch will provide erratic or inaccurate actuation and operation, severely affecting system performance and function. Without reliable and accurate actuation from a properly functioning A/C Pressure Switch, critical components and the system as a whole are left unregulated and unprotected which can lead to excessive wear and tear on critical components and costly system damage.

Product Features:
  • Designed and manufactured with high quality materials, industry leading electronic components and strict quality controls. Engineered to meet or exceed OE performance and to meet the uncompromising demands of service professionals.
  • Direct fit replacement matches proper OE fit, form, and function and ensures trouble free installation of your A/C Pressure Switch.
  • All units are tested using advanced end-of-line equipment that pressurize the A/C Pressure Switch, confirm proper calibration and functionality, and check for leaks to ensure each A/C Pressure Switch meets manufacturing specifications before packaging.
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Carquest Premium – A/C Accumulator Tube (Part No.T34208)

A/C Accumulator Tube

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$9.49
Carquest Accumulators and Receiver Driers are designed to store, filter and dry the air conditioning refrigerant to provide proper performance and durability for the air conditioning system. They are manufactured to meet or exceed original equipment specifications.

Product Features:
  • All parts meet or exceed original equipment standards for moisture absorption, pressure and temperature resistance, air tightness, vibration resistance, corrosiveness, and pulse pressure.
  • Desiccant is 100% tested and assembled in a controlled environment to ensure performance meets or exceeds original equipment standards.
  • All accumulators and receiver driers are helium leak tested prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings necessary for installation are included.
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Factory Air – Harness Connector (Part No.37215)

Harness Connector

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$15.79
OE style connectors; Molded plastic construction; Quality contacts ensure proper conductivity; Universal applications
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Flowtech – A/C Bracket (Part No.10042FLT)

A/C Bracket

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$46.49


Product Features:
  • Chrome Plated
  • Show Quality
  • For Custom Installations
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Factory Air – System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch (Part No.35751)

System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch

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$15.79
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Factory Air – System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch (Part No.36659)

System Mounted Cycling Pressure Switch

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$18.99
High quality OE replacement part with all components needed to complete the job

Product Features:
  • Contains gaskets, O-rings, or seals to properly replace the product
  • Color coded for easy identification
  • Zinc coated to resist corrosion
  • Vehicle specific applications
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Carquest Premium – A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ 10PA20C Compressor (Part No.T58332)

A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ 10PA20C Compressor

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$698.99
Carquest New Compressors are designed, manufactured and tested to meet or exceed strict original equipment specifications for superior quality and performance. Each new compressor is tested to provide durable life to the vehicle’s air conditioning system. All new compressor components are assembled using state of the art equipment and techniques to ensure smooth operation. Each part is equipped with a clutch and connector that matches the original equipment part and provides an exact replacement to your vehicle’s part. All compressors are supplied with the necessary gaskets and o-rings for installation.

Product Features:
  • Each new compressor design undergoes rigorous life cycle testing at high RPMs and pressures to ensure that they can withstand years in the harshest conditions.
  • New compressors are designed with utmost precision using 3D coordinate measuring machines to ensure a perfect fit.
  • The production process contains automated controls at every stage that alerts and halts production in case of an error, assuring that the finished product will always be flawless.
  • All new compressors must pass a helium leak test and pump up function test prior to packaging.
  • O-Rings and gaskets necessary for installation are included.
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Carquest Premium – New Compressor with Clutch (Part No.T68295)

New Compressor with Clutch

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$529.99
Carquest Premium A/C compressors are 100% new units that are manufactured to the highest quality to meet or exceed OE specifications.

Product Features:
  • Every unit is 100% function and leak tested
  • Tested for noise, vibration, durability, vacuum decay and pressure decay to ensure no leaks and longer life
  • Very low friction coating used on swash plate to improve durability
  • PTFE coated pistons improve performance and reduce wear
  • Rubber dampened clutch plate ensures smooth clutch engagement and reduces wear
  • Matched high-quality needle-roller bearing ensures low friction and high load capability
  • Limited Lifetime Warranty when following warranty requirements: Flush A/C System, replace accumulator/receiver dryer, replace orifice tube/expansion device, and filling with correct oil and refrigerant
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Factory Air – Green Round O-Ring (Part No.24650)

Green Round O-Ring

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$1.99
Made from HNBR material; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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Factory Air – Ceramic Shaft Seal Kit (Part No.24016)

Ceramic Shaft Seal Kit

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$21.29
All hardware included; Compatible with R12 And R134A; High quality construction; Universal applications
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National – Bearings (Part No.907257)

Bearings

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$48.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Controlled heat treating process for lasting performance and extended bearing life
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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National – Bearings (Part No.SCE-108)

Bearings

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$6.99
National Oil Seals & Bearings offer a full line of premium oil seals and bearings.

Product Features:
  • Premium bearing design matches OEM specifications
  • Precision manufactured using premium-grade steel for outstanding durability and performance
  • Available in both caged design and full complement
  • Industry leading coverage
  • Professional technicians know they can depend on National
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1328)

A/C Compressor Switch Connector

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$15.79
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Switch Connector (Part No.PTA1329)

A/C Compressor Switch Connector

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$17.79
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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Dorman – 5-Wire Style Relay (Part No.85170)

5-Wire Style Relay

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$15.99
This HVAC relay connector is designed to match the appearance and function of the original hardware on specified applications. Made of quality materials, it is engineered for reliable performance and durability.

Product Features:
  • Direct replacement – this HVAC relay connector matches the appearance and function of the factory hardware on specified applications
  • Ideal solution – this connector is a reliable replacement for an original part that is missing or has failed due to fatigue
  • Durable construction – this part is made from quality materials to ensure reliable performance and long service life
  • Trustworthy quality – backed by team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience
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Carquest Premium – A/C Compressor Relay Connector (Part No.PTA1171)

A/C Compressor Relay Connector

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$61.99
CARQUEST premium engine management products provide the right products for a wide range of domestic and import applications. Delivering the highest performance and durability under demanding conditions.

Product Features:
  • Premium quality materials for longer service life
  • Sealed connections (where applicable) to prevent environmental corrosion and performance issues
  • Global coverage for import and/or domestic applications
  • OE specified wire gauge to ensure a reliable electrical connection
  • Designed to meet or exceed OE specifications in form, fit and function
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1978 Chevrolet Corvette Air Conditioning Parts

Maybe you’re in the middle of a full rebuild of that 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. Maybe you just need a couple of Air Conditioning Parts. Either way, Advance Auto Parts has 45 different Air Conditioning Parts in our inventory ranging from $1.99 to $408.99. That means you can find the exact parts or products you need to keep that 1978 Chevrolet Corvette running smoothly.

Air Conditioning Parts are only as good as their brand. We stock 10 different brands to make sure you have plenty of trusted parts to choose from for your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. Carquest Premium, Factory Air, and Carquest are just some of the brands we stock. Search for brands you know or compare prices and reviews to help you decide!

We know you’ll find the perfect Air Conditioning Parts for your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette, but don’t take our word for it – read our customer ratings and reviews and buy with confidence. Out of the 263 reviews in this category, some of the top rated parts include Ball Bearing with 2.3 stars and A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor with 1.0 stars.

So if you’re in the market for aftermarket Air Conditioning Parts to keep your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette rolling for years to come, look no further. Shop online and have your products shipped direct to your door, or pick up at the nearest Advance Auto Parts location today!

Air Conditioning Parts Brands To Make Your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Last

Simple repair, complete replacement, or a full rebuild. No matter the job, your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette demands trusted brand parts and products to keep it running. Many trusted brands of Air Conditioning Parts make up Advance Auto Parts’ inventory, and all are ready to help make your Corvette the best it can be. Be sure to browse some of our top Air Conditioning Parts brands and parts.

Top 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Air Conditioning Parts from Carquest Premium

Carquest Premium products are another trusted brand when it comes to Air Conditioning Parts for your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. Popular Carquest Premium parts include:
A/C White Orifice Tube
from $2.99
(97)
A/C White Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.99
(97)
Severe Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes
A/C Standard Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
from $15.79
(28)
A/C Standard Temp Automatic Adjusting Orifice Tube
Expansion Valve and Orifice Tubes

FAQs for 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Air Conditioning Parts

What are the most purchased Air Conditioning Parts for the 1978 Chevrolet Corvette?

Out of 45 Air Conditioning Parts for the 1978 Chevrolet Corvette, the most popular in our inventory are:
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Lightweight Compressor
from $261.99
(10)
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Lightweight Compressor
AC Compressor With Clutch
Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit
from $16.99
(6)
Cap & Valve A/C System Seal Kit
AC Line O-Rings
Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch
from $195.99
(4)
Reman GM R4 Heavy Compressor w/ Clutch
AC Compressor Without Clutch

What are the top-rated 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Air Conditioning Parts?

Top-rated Air Conditioning Parts for your 1978 Chevrolet Corvette based on customer reviews/ratings are:
Ball Bearing
from $22.29
(4)
Ball Bearing
“Great replacement bearing”
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor
from $274.99
(3)
A/C New; w/ Clutch; w/ R4 Heavy Compressor
“Be aware this is a new different design not for a rear mount design on a 1981 corvette the back has a valve on the compressor that blocks the rear bra”
A/C Discharge and Suction Line Hose Assembly
from $65.99
(2)
A/C Discharge and Suction Line Hose Assembly
“Installs Like OEM”