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R4 to Sanden Conversion Bracket - K10606

Name: R4 to Sanden Conversion Bracket - K10606
Brand: Kwik Performance Inc.
SKU: K10606
Price: 160.0 USD
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$160.00 USD

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Description

R4 to Sanden Compressor Conversion Bracket – K10606

Upgrade your old R4 air conditioning compressor setup with this efficient R4 to Sanden compressor conversion bracket. Designed to replace the bulky GM R4 compressor with the compact Sanden SD7B10 (7176) “mini” compressor, this adapter lets you clean up your engine bay while reusing your OEM SBC AC compressor bracket.

R4 to Sanden Adapter Bracket:

Converts GM R4 AC compressor to Sanden 7176 (SD7B10) “mini” compressor
Allows reuse of the factory OEM SBC AC compressor bracket
Compact Sanden compressor provides clearance for tall valve covers
Designed for 1988–1995 Chevy trucks with aluminum serpentine brackets
Not compatible with GM factory steel bracket systems
May fit other R4 bracket setups – contact us to confirm your application
Compatible with Kwik Performance BBC serpentine conversion plates:
- K10014
- K10473
- K10543

Streamline Your R4 Compressor Swap

If you're swapping out an older R4 AC compressor and want a more compact, modern solution, the Kwik Performance R4 to Sanden conversion bracket delivers the fit and reliability you need. Whether you're restoring an OBS Chevy or working on a custom build, this kit keeps things tight and tidy under the hood.

What's Included / Other Requirements

What's included:

Adapter brackets to bolt the Sanden compressor and to the R4 bracket.

All necessary hardware is included.

Adapter plates are painted black.

What else is required to complete the installation:

Sanden “mini” AC compressor (also known as SD7B10) (Kwik Performance PN 10266-01).

New hose fittings. The Sanden Mini compressor uses a completely different style of hose connection with threaded O-ring style swivel fittings rather than the R4 manifold block.

While it may be possible to have a local AC shop crimp new fittings onto your existing hoses, we recommend one of the hose kits we offer that are custom-made to fit your specific year OBS truck.

1988-90 Chevy trucks use: K10707
1990-93 Chevy trucks use: K10669
1994-98 Chevy trucks use: K10694

Note: 1990 was a cross-over year and may have either of two condenser styles which affects which hose kit to select. See this document for details: Chevy OBS condenser guide

This Sanden Mini AC compressor also requires a manifold style fitting kit K10550.

We also offer a complete kit consisting of this bracket, a Sanden Mini compressor, the manifold kit and, as a bonus, we also include a new accumulator/drier at no extra cost.

K10762 fits 1988-89 and some 1990 trucks with SAE condenser
male/female fittings
K10763 fits 1991-93 and some 1990 trucks with SAE condenser
male/male fittings
K10764 fits 1994-95 trucks with metric condenser male/male
fittings and metric accumulator/drier

You will also need a new six-rib belt. Belt length will vary depending on application. The Sanden pulley diameter is slightly larger than the R4 and the center line is shifted slightly. We recommend starting with a belt approximately 1” longer than what was used with the R4. See installation instructions for suggested
lengths.

Installation Instructions

R4 to Sanden AC conversion Instructions (pdf)

Gates Belt Chart (Part number and length)

FAQs

Why you should use a Kwik Performance product:

Properly engineered using OEM reference drawings

Computer tested with FEA (finite element analysis) software

Field tested on shop test engines and in real-world test vehicles

Backed by a no-hassle warranty and return policy

Tech support before, during and after the sale

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R4 to Sanden mini conversion for 88-95 Chevy OBS Trucks

An adaptor bracket from Kwik Performance allows replacement of GM R4 AC compressor with Sanden SD7B10—7176 “mini” compressor. This kit allows you to reuse the OEM mounting bracket. The kit will replace any R4 that used a 6-groove serpentine-style pulley, SBC or BBC. Sanden compressor is compact enough to clear tall valve covers.