Genuine Sanden 7176 Air Conditioner Mini-Compressor - 10266-01

Q: What is included with part number 10266-01?

A: This part number includes a genuine Sanden SD7B10 mini compressor. We only supply authentic Sanden units, ensuring you receive a high-performance, durable component rather than a low-quality knock-off or look-alike.

Q: What are the fitting requirements for the Sanden mini compressor?

A: Unlike the larger Sanden 508 or 709 style units, the mini compressor does not have threaded fittings built into the housing. A bolt-on manifold is required to connect your A/C lines. Because we position the compressor in a straight-up angle on all of our accessory brackets, we offer two manifold options to accommodate your routing:

• Straight Manifold (PN K10550): This option places a #10 fitting on the suction side and a #8 fitting on the pressure side, pointing straight up. You will typically need a 90-degree fitting on the hose ends to cleanly route the lines to the condenser and back to the evaporator.
• 90-Degree Curve Manifold (PN 342310): This manifold extends upward and immediately turns outward toward the inner fender, which is ideal for tight engine bays.

Q: Is the displacement of the SD7B10 sufficient for large vehicles?

A: The compact capacity of the smaller mini compressor is not suited for dual air conditioning systems or extra-large vehicles like Suburbans and large station wagons. However, it does a great job in standard cars, trucks, and street rods when teamed up with a high-efficiency condenser and sufficient airflow.

Q: What has your real-world experience been with this compressor's cooling performance?

A: We believe in this compressor enough to run it in our own personal vehicles. We currently use the mini compressor in our 1999 OBS style, two-door, two-wheel-drive Tahoe, and it delivers excellent cold air even in an SUV configuration. We have also used it in a '50 Chevy pickup street rod. These projects taught us the absolute importance of a high-efficiency condenser and a high-output electric fan. When we paired the compressor with optimum airflow and a modern condenser, the cooling performance was outstanding.

Q: Which engine platforms can this mini compressor be mounted to?

A: We have engineered a highly versatile range of brackets to mount this specific compressor across several popular engine families:

• Small Block Chevy: Brackets designed for old-school SBC engines.
• Big Block Chevy: Dedicated brackets for BBC applications.
• LS Engines: We offer this in our "High and Tight" configuration for truck/2010-15 Camaro balancer spacing as well as our "Wide Mount Mini" bracket, which moves the compressor out to the passenger side for builders utilizing Corvette or LS1 Camaro balancer spacing.
• Gen 5 LT Chevy trucks: We have brackets for both 2014-19 and 2020+ Gen 5 truck engines.
• GM R4 Replacement: We manufacture a mini conversion bracket that allows this small Sanden compressor to bolt directly into the place of a factory General Motors R4 compressor.

Q: Do you offer plumbing solutions to connect this compressor to factory truck systems?

A: Yes, we offer custom hose kits designed to bridge the gap between the Sanden mini compressor and original vehicle plumbing. This includes dedicated hose kits for factory C10 air conditioning systems as well as several variations to integrate with 1988–1998 OBS style GM trucks.

Q: What is the maximum RPM rating for this compressor?

A: 9,000 max sustained RPM.