Hello ambulance people. I just got my new ambulance home and started the tear down for my camper conversion. It's a 2003 E-350 with the 7.3L diesel and a quigley conversion. The box is made by wheeled coach. I'm incredibly pleased with the build quality of the box and electrical systems, and excited to get this off the ground.
I will definitely have some questions along the way, and I greatly appreciate the wealth of knowledge that this forum has to offer.
The first question is about the stock heater/ac unit from the rear. I will be removing this unit and installing a roof AC unit at a later time. I need to get it out of the way for my tear-down to proceed. For removal, what do I need to do with the various hoses attached to the unit? 6 hoses total, listed below.
-2 larger black ones which run to engine bay, presumably to bring radiator fluid for heat.
-2 smaller black ones, which appear to be t-d into the main AC lines at fill ports located under frame
-2 clear drain hoses
Can I simply plug off the AC lines where the T into the main AC fill system?
What about the radiator fluid line? Should I just loop that back into itself, or plug it at both ends? I am also trying to think of useful ways to re purpose these lines. If these do pump engine heated radiator fluid, they could be connected to a water tank for hot water or used for heated floors. Has anyone done anything useful with these?
Any help is appreciated!